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Name	Small Munsterlander	Cairn Terrier	Siberian Husky
Origins	Germany	Scotland	Russia
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Group	Gun Dog	Hunting Dogs	Sled Dogs
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Other Names What other names do they have?	Heidewachtel Munster Munsterlander Small Munsterlander Spion Vorstehhund Kleiner Münsterländer	Toto Dog Cairn	Chuksha Husky Icee Sibe Chukcha
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Small Munsterlander vs Cairn Terrier vs Siberian Husky breed type comparison:	Purebred	Purebred	Purebred

Small Munsterlander vs Cairn Terrier vs Siberian Husky Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which is bigger, Small Munsterlander or Cairn Terrier or Siberian Husky? Which is the smallest dog, Small Munsterlander or Cairn Terrier or Siberian Husky?	Medium	Small	Medium
Weight Which is heavier, Small Munsterlander or Cairn Terrier or Cairn Terrier? Small Munsterlander vs Cairn Terrier vs Siberian Husky weight comparison:	Male: 45–60 pounds (20–27 kg), Female: 35–50 pounds (16–23 kg)	Male: 14-18 pounds (6-8 kg), Female: 13-17 pounds (6-8 kg)	Male: 45–60 pounds (20–27 kg), Female: 35–50 pounds (16–23 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	Male: 52.5 pounds (24.5 kg), Female: 45 pounds (20.5 kg)	Male: 16 pounds (7 kg), Female: 15 pounds (7 kg)	Male: 45–60 pounds (20–27 kg), Female: 35–50 pounds (16–23 kg)
Height Which is taller, Small Munsterlander or Cairn Terrier or Siberian Husky? Small Munsterlander vs Cairn Terrier vs Siberian Husky height comparison:	Male: 20–22 inches (50–56 cm), Female: 19–21 inches (48–54 cm)	Male: 10-13 inches (25-33 cm), Female: 9-12 inches (23-30 cm)	Male: 21–24 inches (53–61 cm), Female: 20–22 inches (51–56 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	Male: 21.5 inches (56.5 cm), Female: 20.5 inches (53.5 cm)	Male: 11.5 inches (29 cm), Female: 10.5 inches (26.5 cm)	Male: 21–24 inches (53–61 cm), Female: 20–22 inches (51–56 cm)

Small Munsterlander vs Cairn Terrier vs Siberian Husky Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, Small Munsterlander or Cairn Terrier or Siberian Husky? Which is more expensive?	$800-$1000	$700-$1000	$700-$1200
Availability Which is easier to get, Small Munsterlander or Cairn Terrier or Siberian Husky?	Frequent: The Small Munsterlander is easier than average to get.	Very frequent: The Cairn Terrier is quite easy to get.	Very frequent: The Siberian Husky is quite easy to get.

Small Munsterlander vs Cairn Terrier vs Siberian Husky Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Small Munsterlander vs Cairn Terrier vs Siberian Husky intelligence:	Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it. See more.	Smart: The Cairn Terrier dogs have great intelligence. See more.	Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it. See more.
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Trainability Small Munsterlander vs Cairn Terrier vs Siberian Husky trainability comparison.	Small Munsterlander dogs are very easy to train. See more.	Cairn Terrier dogs are easy to train. See more.	Siberian Husky dogs are hard to train. See more.
Least Obedient Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Easy To Train
Watchdog Ability Which is the better watchdog: Small Munsterlander or Cairn Terrier or Siberian Husky?	Small Munsterlander dogs are average watchdogs. See more.	Cairn Terrier dogs are good watchdogs. See more.	Siberian Husky dogs are not the best choice if you want a good watchdog. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog Small Munsterlander or Cairn Terrier or Siberian Husky? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?	Small Munsterlander dogs strongly protect their territory. See more.	Cairn Terrier dogs are average defenders. See more.	Siberian Husky dogs can't provide protection for their territory. See more.
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Small Munsterlander vs Cairn Terrier vs Siberian Husky Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Small Munsterlander or Cairn Terrier or Siberian Husky? Small Munsterlander vs Cairn Terrier vs Siberian Husky behavior/temperament comparison:	Happy Intelligent Affectionate Strong Willed Attentive Trainable	Active Courageous Intelligent Fearless Assertive	Alert Intelligent Friendly Outgoing Gentle
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?	Sensitive: Small Munsterlander dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits. See more.	Cairn Terrier dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed. See more.	They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.
Most Sensitive Dog Breeds		Less Sensitive Dog Breeds
Affection Level Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Small Munsterlander vs Cairn Terrier vs Siberian Husky?	High: Small Munsterlander dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	High: Cairn Terrier dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	High: Siberian Husky dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.
Most Affectionate Dog Breeds
Social Needs Small Munsterlander vs Cairn Terrier vs Siberian Husky social needs comparison:	Small Munsterlander dogs are a social breed. See more.	Cairn Terrier dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.	Siberian Husky dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?	The wanderlust potential of the Small Munsterlander is strong enough to escape from home. See more.	Cairn Terrier dogs have average wanderlust potential. See more.	Siberian Husky dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world. See more.
Prey Drive Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?	Small Munsterlander dogs have an average prey drive, which means that they don't have a high impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals, but it might happen. See more.	Cairn Terrier dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds. See more.	Siberian Husky dogs have an average prey drive, which means that they don't have a high impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals, but it might happen. See more.
Dog Breeds With Low Prey Drive		Dog Breeds With High Prey Drive

Small Munsterlander vs Cairn Terrier vs Siberian Husky Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness Small Munsterlander vs Cairn Terrier vs Siberian Husky playfulness comparison:	The Small Munsterlander is a playful breed. See more.	The Cairn Terrier is a playful breed. See more.	The Siberian Husky is a playful breed. See more.
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Barking Which dog barks more/less: Small Munsterlander vs Cairn Terrier vs Siberian Husky?	Average: The Small Munsterlander barks occasionally. See more.	A lot: Cairn Terrier is a particularly loud breed. See more.	Average: The Siberian Husky barks occasionally. See more.
Quiet Dog Breeds That Don't Bark		Dog Breeds That Bark The Most
Apartment Friendly Which dog is more apartment friendly Small Munsterlander or Cairn Terrier or Siberian Husky?	Not an apartment-friendly dog the Small Munsterlander breed.	It is not the best choice if you want to keep them indoors, however, with careful exercise and several walks a day, they will tolerate the indoor environment, so it is possible to keep Cairn Terrier indoors.	It is not recommended to keep the Siberian Husky breed in the home.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

Small Munsterlander vs Cairn Terrier vs Siberian Husky Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Adaptability Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?	Small Munsterlander dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.	Average: Cairn Terrier dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.	Siberian Husky dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Tolerates Being Left Alone Which dog can be left alone: Small Munsterlander or Cairn Terrier or Siberian Husky?	Small Munsterlander dogs do best when a family member is at home during the day or if their workplace is dog-friendly so they can take the dog at work.	Cairn Terrier dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.	Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.

Small Munsterlander vs Cairn Terrier vs Siberian Husky Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI Which bite is stronger: Small Munsterlander or Cairn Terrier or Siberian Husky?	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Small Munsterlander bite force: Ordinary.	Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽 Cairn Terrier bite force: Weak.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Siberian Husky bite force: Ordinary.
Dog Breeds With The Lowest Bite Force		Dog Breeds With the Strongest Bite Force
Biting Potential Which breed of dog is most likely to bite? Biting potential comparison:	Low 🔽 The Small Munsterlander has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Cairn Terrier has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Siberian Husky has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness Which is the better dog? Small Munsterlander vs Cairn Terrier vs Siberian Husky mouthiness comparison:	Small Munsterlander dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Cairn Terrier dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Siberian Husky dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.

Small Munsterlander vs Cairn Terrier vs Siberian Husky Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues Small Munsterlander vs Cairn Terrier vs Siberian Husky health comparison. Which is the healthier: Small Munsterlander vs Cairn Terrier vs Siberian Husky?	Small Munsterlanders tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.	Cairn Terriers tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.	The Siberian Husky is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
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Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Small Munsterlander vs Cairn Terrier vs Siberian Husky? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Small Munsterlander vs Cairn Terrier vs Siberian Husky health problems comparison:	Hip Dysplasia Skin Irritation Ear Infections Vision Problems	Cataracts Legg-perthes Disease Luxating Patella Hypothyroidism Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Cryptorchidism Glaucoma Craniomandibular Osteopathy Globoid Cell Leukodystrophy Microvascular Dysplasia Portosystemic Vascular Anomaly (PSVA)	Cataracts Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Corneal Dystrophy
Veterinarian Visits Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?	Frequent The Small Munsterlander should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.	Frequent The Cairn Terrier should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.	Average The Siberian Husky should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
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Life Expectancy Small Munsterlander vs Cairn Terrier vs Siberian Husky lifespan comparison. How long do Small Munsterlander, Cairn Terrier and Siberian Husky breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?	12-14 years The average lifespan of Small Munsterlander: 13 years	11-15 years The average lifespan of Cairn Terrier: 13 years	12-14 years The average lifespan of Siberian Husky: 13 years
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Weather and Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Small Munsterlander vs Cairn Terrier vs Siberian Husky?	Tolerates warm and cold weather Dogs that tolerate hot and cold weather are typically those that have a double coat of fur. See more.	Prefers average to cold weather conditions The Cairn Terrier can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog. See more.	Prefers cold weather The Siberian Husky can adapt well to harsh weather conditions, and also can be a good mountain dog. See more.

Small Munsterlander vs Cairn Terrier vs Siberian Husky Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level Who has more energy a Small Munsterlander or Cairn Terrier or Siberian Husky? Small Munsterlander vs Cairn Terrier vs Siberian Husky energy level comparison:	Small Munsterlander dogs are high-energy dogs.	Cairn Terrier dogs are high-energy dogs.	Siberian Husky dogs are high-energy dogs.
Low-Energy Dog Breeds		High-Energy Dog Breeds
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need Small Munsterlander vs Cairn Terrier vs Siberian Husky exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Small Munsterlander or Cairn Terrier or Siberian Husky? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	Small Munsterlander dogs need a lot of exercises.	Cairn Terrier dogs need quite a lot of exercise.	Siberian Husky dogs need quite a lot of exercise.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: Small Munsterlander or Cairn Terrier or Siberian Husky?	Small Munsterlander dogs don't need too much sleep.	Cairn Terrier dogs don't need too much sleep.	Siberian Husky dogs don't need too much sleep.
Dog Breeds That Sleep A Lot

Small Munsterlander vs Cairn Terrier vs Siberian Husky Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: Small Munsterlander or Cairn Terrier or Siberian Husky?	1.5 to 2.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	0.5 to 1.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	Recommended daily amount: 2.5 to 3 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.
Dog Breeds That Eat A Lot
Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity Which dog breed is more prone to obesity? Small Munsterlander vs Cairn Terrier vs Siberian Husky weight gain potential comparison:	Average: The Small Munsterlander has an average risk for obesity. See more.	Average: The Cairn Terrier has an average risk for obesity. See more.	Low to Average: The Siberian Husky has a low to the average risk for obesity. See more.
Dog Breeds Prone To Obesity

Small Munsterlander vs Cairn Terrier vs Siberian Husky Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? Small Munsterlander vs Cairn Terrier vs Siberian Husky coat comparison:	Dense Thick	Waterproof	Fluffy
Colors What are the original Small Munsterlander, Cairn Terrier and Siberian Husky color?	White & Brown	Black Gray Red Cream Silver Brindle Wheaten	Black Gray Red White Sable Agouti
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, Small Munsterlander or Cairn Terrier or Siberian Husky? Small Munsterlander vs Cairn Terrier vs Siberian Husky grooming comparison:	Average: The Small Munsterlander requires average grooming effort. See more.	Average: The Cairn Terrier requires average grooming effort. See more.	Average: The Siberian Husky requires average grooming effort. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Shedding Level Who sheds more Small Munsterlander or Cairn Terrier or Siberian Husky? Small Munsterlander or Cairn Terrier or {name3 shedding:	Small Munsterlander dogs shed moderately. See more.	Cairn Terrier dogs shed moderately. See more.	Siberian Husky dogs shed above average. See more.
Low-Shedding Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Shed The Most
Bath Time / Bathing Frequency Which dog should be bathed more: Small Munsterlander or Cairn Terrier or Siberian Husky?	6-8 weeks Rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one. See more.	3-4 weeks More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds. See more.	3-4 weeks More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds. See more.
Hypoallergenic Small Munsterlander vs Cairn Terrier vs Siberian Husky hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?	No See more.	Yes See more.	No See more.
Hypoallergenic Dog Breeds
Stinkiness Which dog breed smells the least? Which dog smells the most? Which is best, Small Munsterlander vs Cairn Terrier vs Siberian Husky?	Low 🔽 The Small Munsterlander has a low chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Cairn Terrier has an average chance of bad smell.	Low 🔽 The Siberian Husky has a low chance of bad smell.
Drooling Tendency Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least?	The Small Munsterlander is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Cairn Terrier is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Siberian Husky is an average drooler. See more.

Small Munsterlander vs Cairn Terrier vs Siberian Husky Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	Small Munsterlander dogs are generally with other pets.	Cairn Terrier dogs are generally with other pets.	Siberian Husky dogs do best when they’re the only pet at the family.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Small Munsterlander or Cairn Terrier or Siberian Husky? Which dog is more friendly?	Small Munsterlander dogs are average friendly towards strangers.	Cairn Terrier dogs are average friendly towards strangers.	Siberian Husky dogs are average friendly towards strangers.
Dog Breeds That Are Aloof With Strangers		Dog Breeds That Are Friendly To Strangers
Child Friendly Which dog is more child/kid friendly Small Munsterlander or Cairn Terrier or Siberian Husky?	Small Munsterlander dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.	Cairn Terrier dogs are kid-friendly dogs.	Siberian Husky dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
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Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Small Munsterlander or Cairn Terrier or Siberian Husky?	Small Munsterlander dogs are average friendly towards cats.	Cairn Terrier dogs are average friendly towards cats.	Siberian Husky dogs are not cat-friendly dogs.
Dog Breeds That Get Along Well With Cats
Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly Small Munsterlander or Cairn Terrier or Siberian Husky?	Small Munsterlander dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.	Cairn Terrier dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.	Siberian Husky dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Small Munsterlander vs Cairn Terrier vs Siberian Husky?	Yes Small Munsterlander dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Cairn Terrier dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	No Siberian Husky dogs are not good for novice owners, due to their stubborn personality.
Office Friendly Which one fits better in the office?	No Small Munsterlander is not the best dog breed for office environment.	Yes Cairn Terrier is one of the best dog breeds for office environment	No Siberian Husky is not the best dog breed for office environment.
Senior Citizens Friendly Which dog is good for elderly people?	Small Munsterlanders are one of the best breeds for elderly people.	Cairn Terriers are usually recommended for elderly people.	Siberian Huskys are usually recommended for elderly people.

Small Munsterlander vs Cairn Terrier vs Siberian Husky As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog Which one could be a service dog?	Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. See more.	Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. See more.	Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. See more.
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Therapy Dog Which one could be a therapy dog: Small Munsterlander or Cairn Terrier or Siberian Husky? Which is better for autism?	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.
Therapy Dog Breeds
Detection Dog or Sniffer Dog Which one could be a detection/sniffer dog?	Not really They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases.	Not really They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases.	Not really They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases.
Search and Rescue Dog (SAR) Which one could be a search and rescue dog?	Not really This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog.	Not really This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog.	Not really This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog.
Boat and Sailor Dog Which one could be a boat dog: Small Munsterlander vs Cairn Terrier vs Siberian Husky?	Not really Small Munsterlander breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Cairn Terrier breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Siberian Husky breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.
Cart Pulling or Drafting Dog Which one could be a cart pulling or drafting dog?	Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. See more.	Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. See more.	Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. See more.
Fighting Dog / Military Dog	Not really In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.	Not really In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.	Yes In history, this breed was unfortunately used for combat dogs.

Small Munsterlander vs Cairn Terrier vs Siberian Husky Reproducibility Comparison

Gestation Length	60-64 days See more.	60-64 days See more.	60-64 days See more.
Litter Frequency	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.
Litter Size How many puppies can Small Munsterlander and Cairn Terrier and Siberian Husky have?	4-6 puppies	2-10 puppies	4-8 puppies
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Small Munsterlander vs Cairn Terrier vs Siberian Husky Recognition Comparison

AKC Group Which dog is recognized by the AKC?	Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1913 as a Terrier breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1930 as a Working breed.
FCI Group Which dog is recognized by the FCI?	Not recognized by FCI.	Recognized by FCI in the Terriers group, in the Small sized Terriers section.	Recognized by FCI in the Spitz and primitive types group, in the Nordic Sledge Dogs section.
Breed Recognition What other organizations and kennel clubs recognize these dog breeds?	Dog Registry of America Inc. North American Purebred Registry, Inc. American Canine Association, Inc. Foundation Stock Service	American Canine Registry American Kennel Club America's Pet Registry Canadian Kennel Club Dog Registry of America Inc. Federation Cynologique Internationale Kennel Club of Great Britain North American Purebred Registry, Inc. American Canine Association, Inc. Australian National Kennel Council Continental Kennel Club National Kennel Club New Zealand Kennel Club United Kennel Club Club Espanol De Terriers	American Canine Registry American Kennel Club America's Pet Registry Canadian Kennel Club Dog Registry of America Inc. Federation Cynologique Internationale Kennel Club of Great Britain North American Purebred Registry, Inc. American Canine Association, Inc. Australian National Kennel Council Continental Kennel Club National Kennel Club New Zealand Kennel Club United Kennel Club

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