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Tibetan Terrier vs Border Terrier vs Cairn Terrier Comparison - Dog breed selector: Dokhi Apso or Borders or Toto Dog? Find the right dog for you

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Name Tibetan Terrier Border Terrier Cairn Terrier
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Other Names
What other names do they have?
Dokhi Apso
Tsang Apso
Borders Toto Dog
Cairn
Breed Type
Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Tibetan Terrier vs Border Terrier vs Cairn Terrier breed type comparison:
Purebred Purebred Purebred

Tibetan Terrier vs Border Terrier vs Cairn Terrier Size and Weight Comparison

Size
Which is bigger, Tibetan Terrier or Border Terrier or Cairn Terrier? Which is the smallest dog, Tibetan Terrier or Border Terrier or Cairn Terrier?
Medium Small Small
Weight
Which is heavier, Tibetan Terrier or Border Terrier or Border Terrier? Tibetan Terrier vs Border Terrier vs Cairn Terrier weight comparison:
18-30 pounds (8.2-13.6 kg) Males 13-16 pounds (6-7 kg), Female: 11-14 pounds (5-6 kg) Male: 14-18 pounds (6-8 kg), Female: 13-17 pounds (6-8 kg)
Average Weight
Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?
24 pounds (8.2-13.6 kg) Males 14.5 pounds (6.5 kg), Female: 12.5 pounds (5.5 kg) Male: 16 pounds (7 kg), Female: 15 pounds (7 kg)
Height
Which is taller, Tibetan Terrier or Border Terrier or Cairn Terrier? Tibetan Terrier vs Border Terrier vs Cairn Terrier height comparison:
14-17 inches (36-43 cm) Male: 13-16 inches (33-41 cm), Female: 11-14 inches (28-36 cm) Male: 10-13 inches (25-33 cm), Female: 9-12 inches (23-30 cm)
Average Height
Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?
15.5 inches (39.5 cm) Male: 14.5 inches (37 cm), Female: 12.5 inches (32 cm) Male: 11.5 inches (29 cm), Female: 10.5 inches (26.5 cm)

Tibetan Terrier vs Border Terrier vs Cairn Terrier Price and Availability Comparison

Price
Which is cheaper, Tibetan Terrier or Border Terrier or Cairn Terrier? Which is more expensive?
$1200-$2000 $1200-$1400 $700-$1000
Availability
Which is easier to get, Tibetan Terrier or Border Terrier or Cairn Terrier?
Frequent: The Tibetan Terrier is easier than average to get.
Very frequent: The Border Terrier is quite easy to get.
Very frequent: The Cairn Terrier is quite easy to get.

Tibetan Terrier vs Border Terrier vs Cairn Terrier Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank
Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Tibetan Terrier vs Border Terrier vs Cairn Terrier intelligence:
Low to average: This canine intelligence is not the brightest one.
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Smart: The Border Terrier dogs have great intelligence.
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Smart: The Cairn Terrier dogs have great intelligence.
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Trainability
Tibetan Terrier vs Border Terrier vs Cairn Terrier trainability comparison.
Tibetan Terrier dogs are quite easy to train.
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Border Terrier dogs are easy to train.
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Cairn Terrier dogs are easy to train.
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Watchdog Ability
Which is the better watchdog: Tibetan Terrier or Border Terrier or Cairn Terrier?
Tibetan Terrier dogs are average watchdogs.
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Border Terrier dogs are good watchdogs.
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Cairn Terrier dogs are good watchdogs.
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Guarding Behavior / Territorial
Which is a better guard dog Tibetan Terrier or Border Terrier or Cairn Terrier? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?
Tibetan Terrier dogs are average defenders.
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Border Terrier dogs are extremely protective guard dogs.
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Cairn Terrier dogs are average defenders.
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Tibetan Terrier vs Border Terrier vs Cairn Terrier Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament
Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Tibetan Terrier or Border Terrier or Cairn Terrier? Tibetan Terrier vs Border Terrier vs Cairn Terrier behavior/temperament comparison:
Energetic
Sensitive
Intelligent
Affectionate
Gentle
Reserved
Amiable
Alert
Intelligent
Affectionate
Obedient
Outright
Tempered
Fearless
Active
Courageous
Intelligent
Fearless
Assertive
Sensitivity Level
Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?
They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds.
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Border Terrier dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed.
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Cairn Terrier dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed.
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Affection Level
Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Tibetan Terrier vs Border Terrier vs Cairn Terrier?
High: Tibetan Terrier dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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High: Border Terrier dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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High: Cairn Terrier dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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Social Needs
Tibetan Terrier vs Border Terrier vs Cairn Terrier social needs comparison:
Tibetan Terrier dogs are a social breed.
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Border Terrier dogs need for social interaction is average.
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Cairn Terrier dogs need a lot of social interaction.
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Impulse to Wander or Roam
Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?
Tibetan Terrier dogs have average wanderlust potential.
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The wanderlust potential of the Border Terrier is strong enough to escape from home.
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Cairn Terrier dogs have average wanderlust potential.
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Prey Drive
Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?
Tibetan Terrier dogs have low to an average impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals.
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Border Terrier dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something.
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Cairn Terrier dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds.
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Tibetan Terrier vs Border Terrier vs Cairn Terrier Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness
Tibetan Terrier vs Border Terrier vs Cairn Terrier playfulness comparison:
The Tibetan Terrier is a playful breed.
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Average: Border Terriers, like any other dog breed, like playing.
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The Cairn Terrier is a playful breed.
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Barking
Which dog barks more/less: Tibetan Terrier vs Border Terrier vs Cairn Terrier?
Low to Average: The Tibetan Terrier rarely barks.
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Average to High: The Border Terrier is a vocal breed.
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A lot: Cairn Terrier is a particularly loud breed.
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Apartment Friendly
Which dog is more apartment friendly Tibetan Terrier or Border Terrier or Cairn Terrier?
Very house-friendly dog the Tibetan Terrier breed.
Very house-friendly dog the Border Terrier 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.

Tibetan Terrier vs Border Terrier vs Cairn Terrier Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Adaptability
Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?
Tibetan Terrier dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Border Terrier 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.
Tolerates Being Left Alone
Which dog can be left alone: Tibetan Terrier or Border Terrier or Cairn Terrier?
Tibetan Terrier 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.
Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.
Cairn Terrier dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.

Tibetan Terrier vs Border Terrier vs Cairn Terrier Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI
Which bite is stronger: Tibetan Terrier or Border Terrier or Cairn Terrier?

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Tibetan Terrier bite force: Ordinary.

Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽

Border Terrier bite force: Weak.

Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽

Cairn Terrier bite force: Weak.
Biting Potential
Which breed of dog is most likely to bite? Biting potential comparison:

Low 🔽

The Tibetan Terrier has a low chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

The Border Terrier has a low chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

The Cairn Terrier has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness
Which is the better dog? Tibetan Terrier vs Border Terrier vs Cairn Terrier mouthiness comparison:
Tibetan Terrier dogs have a lower than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Border Terrier dogs have a strong tendency to nip, chew, play-bite, or herd people.
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Cairn Terrier dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Tibetan Terrier vs Border Terrier vs Cairn Terrier Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues
Tibetan Terrier vs Border Terrier vs Cairn Terrier health comparison. Which is the healthier: Tibetan Terrier vs Border Terrier vs Cairn Terrier?
The Tibetan Terrier is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
The Border Terrier is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
Cairn Terriers tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.
Health Problems
Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Tibetan Terrier vs Border Terrier vs Cairn Terrier? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Tibetan Terrier vs Border Terrier vs Cairn Terrier health problems comparison:
Cataracts
Hip Dysplasia
Patellar Luxation
Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA)
Hyperthyroidism
Distichiasis
Lens Luxation
Heart Murmurs
Hip Dysplasia
Patellar Luxation
Hypothyroidism
Cryptorchidism
Seizures
Malocclusions
Pulmonic Stenosis
Cataracts
Legg-perthes Disease
Luxating Patella
Hypothyroidism
Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA)
Cryptorchidism
Glaucoma
Craniomandibular Osteopathy
Globoid Cell Leukodystrophy
Microvascular Dysplasia
Portosystemic Vascular Anomaly (PSVA)
Veterinarian Visits
Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?
Average
The Tibetan Terrier should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Average
The Border Terrier should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Frequent
The Cairn Terrier should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.
Life Expectancy
Tibetan Terrier vs Border Terrier vs Cairn Terrier lifespan comparison. How long do Tibetan Terrier, Border Terrier and Cairn Terrier breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?
11-15 years
The average lifespan of Tibetan Terrier: 13 years
11-15 years
The average lifespan of Border Terrier: 13 years
11-15 years
The average lifespan of Cairn Terrier: 13 years
Weather and Climate
Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Tibetan Terrier vs Border Terrier vs Cairn Terrier?
Prefers average to cold weather conditions
The Tibetan Terrier can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog.
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Prefers average to cold weather conditions
The Border Terrier can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog.
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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.
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Tibetan Terrier vs Border Terrier vs Cairn Terrier Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level
Who has more energy a Tibetan Terrier or Border Terrier or Cairn Terrier? Tibetan Terrier vs Border Terrier vs Cairn Terrier energy level comparison:
Tibetan Terrier dogs are high-energy dogs.
Border Terrier dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.
Cairn Terrier dogs are high-energy dogs.
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need
Tibetan Terrier vs Border Terrier vs Cairn Terrier exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Tibetan Terrier or Border Terrier or Cairn Terrier? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?
Tibetan Terrier dogs need quite a lot of exercise.
Border Terrier dogs have an average exercise need.
Cairn Terrier dogs need quite a lot of exercise.
Sleeping Need
Which one sleeps the least/most: Tibetan Terrier or Border Terrier or Cairn Terrier?
Tibetan Terrier dogs don't need too much sleep.
Border Terrier dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.
Cairn Terrier dogs don't need too much sleep.

Tibetan Terrier vs Border Terrier vs Cairn Terrier Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption
Which dog eats more: Tibetan Terrier or Border Terrier or Cairn Terrier?
Recommended daily amount: 1 1/8 to 1 3/8 cups of a high-quality dog food daily, divided into two meals. 1 to 1.5 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.
Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity
Which dog breed is more prone to obesity? Tibetan Terrier vs Border Terrier vs Cairn Terrier weight gain potential comparison:
Average: The Tibetan Terrier has an average risk for obesity.
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High: The Border Terrier breed has a strong tendency to be overweight.
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Average: The Cairn Terrier has an average risk for obesity.
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Tibetan Terrier vs Border Terrier vs Cairn Terrier Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types
What type of coat/fur do they have? Tibetan Terrier vs Border Terrier vs Cairn Terrier coat comparison:
Thick
Smooth
Rough Waterproof
Colors
What are the original Tibetan Terrier, Border Terrier and Cairn Terrier color?
Black
Gray
White
Silver
Tan
Red
Blue
Grizzle
Wheaten
Black
Gray
Red
Cream
Silver
Brindle
Wheaten
Grooming
Which dog is easy to maintain, Tibetan Terrier or Border Terrier or Cairn Terrier? Tibetan Terrier vs Border Terrier vs Cairn Terrier grooming comparison:
Professional: This breed needs a lot of work to keep in good condition.
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Average: The Border Terrier requires average grooming effort.
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Average: The Cairn Terrier requires average grooming effort.
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Shedding Level
Who sheds more Tibetan Terrier or Border Terrier or Cairn Terrier? Tibetan Terrier or Border Terrier or {name3 shedding:
Tibetan Terrier dogs shed none to minimal.
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Border Terrier dogs shed none to minimal.
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Cairn Terrier dogs shed moderately.
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Bath Time / Bathing Frequency
Which dog should be bathed more: Tibetan Terrier or Border Terrier or Cairn Terrier?
6-8 weeks
Rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one.
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4-6 weeks
Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup.
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3-4 weeks
More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds.
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Hypoallergenic
Tibetan Terrier vs Border Terrier vs Cairn Terrier hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?
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Stinkiness
Which dog breed smells the least? Which dog smells the most? Which is best, Tibetan Terrier vs Border Terrier vs Cairn Terrier?

Medium

The Tibetan Terrier has an average chance of bad smell.

Medium

The Border Terrier has an average chance of bad smell.

Medium

The Cairn Terrier has an average chance of bad smell.
Drooling Tendency
Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least?
The Tibetan Terrier is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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The Border Terrier is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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The Cairn Terrier is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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Tibetan Terrier vs Border Terrier vs Cairn Terrier Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly
Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?
Tibetan Terrier dogs are generally with other pets.
Border Terrier dogs usually don’t get on well with other pets.
Cairn Terrier dogs are generally with other pets.
Stranger Friendly
Which dog is more stranger friendly Tibetan Terrier or Border Terrier or Cairn Terrier? Which dog is more friendly?
Tibetan Terrier dogs are average friendly towards strangers.
Border Terrier dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.
Cairn Terrier dogs are average friendly towards strangers.
Child Friendly
Which dog is more child/kid friendly Tibetan Terrier or Border Terrier or Cairn Terrier?
Tibetan Terrier dogs are average friendly dogs towards children.
Border Terrier dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
Cairn Terrier dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
Cat Friendly
Which dog is more cat friendly Tibetan Terrier or Border Terrier or Cairn Terrier?
Tibetan Terrier dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Border Terrier dogs are not the most cat-friendly dogs.
Cairn Terrier dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Dog Friendly
Which dog is more dog friendly Tibetan Terrier or Border Terrier or Cairn Terrier?
Tibetan Terrier dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.
Border Terrier dogs are not the most dog-friendly dogs.
Cairn Terrier dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.
Good For First Time Owners
Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Tibetan Terrier vs Border Terrier vs Cairn Terrier?
Yes
Tibetan Terrier dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Yes
Border Terrier 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.
Office Friendly
Which one fits better in the office?
No
Tibetan Terrier is not the best dog breed for office environment.
No
Border Terrier is not the best dog breed for office environment.
Yes
Cairn Terrier is one of the best dog breeds for office environment
Senior Citizens Friendly
Which dog is good for elderly people?
Tibetan Terriers are commonly okay with elderly people.
Border Terriers are one of the best breeds for elderly people.
Cairn Terriers are usually recommended for elderly people.

Tibetan Terrier vs Border Terrier vs Cairn Terrier 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.
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Not really

This breed generally not used as a service dog.
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Not really

This breed generally not used as a service dog.
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Therapy Dog
Which one could be a therapy dog: Tibetan Terrier or Border Terrier or Cairn Terrier? Which is better for autism?

Not really

This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog.
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Not really

This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog.
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Not really

This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog.
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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: Tibetan Terrier vs Border Terrier vs Cairn Terrier?

Not really

Tibetan Terrier breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.
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Not really

Border Terrier breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.
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Not really

Cairn Terrier breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.
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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.
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Not really

A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling.
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Not really

A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling.
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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.

Not really

In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.

Tibetan Terrier vs Border Terrier vs Cairn Terrier 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.
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Once a year.

More frequent breeding is not healthy.
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Once a year.

More frequent breeding is not healthy.
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Litter Size
How many puppies can Tibetan Terrier and Border Terrier and Cairn Terrier have?
4-6 puppies 2-8 puppies 2-10 puppies

Tibetan Terrier vs Border Terrier vs Cairn Terrier Recognition Comparison

AKC Group
Which dog is recognized by the AKC?
Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1973 as a Non-Sporting breed. Not recognized by the American Kennel Club. Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1913 as a Terrier breed.
FCI Group
Which dog is recognized by the FCI?
Recognized by FCI in the Companion and Toy Dogs group, in the Tibetan breeds section. Recognized by FCI in the Terriers group, in the Large and medium sized Terriers section. Recognized by FCI in the Terriers group, in the Small sized Terriers section.
Breed Recognition
What other organizations and kennel clubs recognize these dog breeds?
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
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
Border Terrier Club Of America, Inc.
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
Club Espanol De Terriers

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