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Wire Fox Terrier vs Cairn Terrier vs Coton de Tulear Comparison - Dog breed selector: Foxie or Toto Dog or Cotie? Find the right dog for you

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Name Wire Fox Terrier Cairn Terrier Coton de Tulear
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Other Names
What other names do they have?
Foxie
Wire Hair Fox Terrier
Wirehaired Terrier
Wire Fox Terrier
Toto Dog
Cairn
Cotie
Coton
Breed Type
Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Wire Fox Terrier vs Cairn Terrier vs Coton de Tulear breed type comparison:
Purebred Purebred Purebred

Wire Fox Terrier vs Cairn Terrier vs Coton de Tulear Size and Weight Comparison

Size
Which is bigger, Wire Fox Terrier or Cairn Terrier or Coton de Tulear? Which is the smallest dog, Wire Fox Terrier or Cairn Terrier or Coton de Tulear?
Small Small Small
Weight
Which is heavier, Wire Fox Terrier or Cairn Terrier or Cairn Terrier? Wire Fox Terrier vs Cairn Terrier vs Coton de Tulear weight comparison:
Male: 15-20 pounds (7-9 kg), Female: 13-18 pounds (6-8 kg) Male: 14-18 pounds (6-8 kg), Female: 13-17 pounds (6-8 kg) 12-15 pounds (5.5-7 kg)
Average Weight
Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?
Male: 17.5 pounds (8 kg), Female: 15.5 pounds (7 kg) Male: 16 pounds (7 kg), Female: 15 pounds (7 kg) 13.5 pounds (5.6 kg)
Height
Which is taller, Wire Fox Terrier or Cairn Terrier or Coton de Tulear? Wire Fox Terrier vs Cairn Terrier vs Coton de Tulear height comparison:
Male: 14-16 inches (36-41 cm), Female: 13-15 inches (33-38 cm) Male: 10-13 inches (25-33 cm), Female: 9-12 inches (23-30 cm) 10-12 inches (25-30 cm)
Average Height
Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?
Male: 15 inches (38.5 cm), Female: 14 inches (35.5 cm) Male: 11.5 inches (29 cm), Female: 10.5 inches (26.5 cm) 11 inches (27.5 cm)

Wire Fox Terrier vs Cairn Terrier vs Coton de Tulear Price and Availability Comparison

Price
Which is cheaper, Wire Fox Terrier or Cairn Terrier or Coton de Tulear? Which is more expensive?
$800-$1200 $700-$1000 $2400-$3000
Availability
Which is easier to get, Wire Fox Terrier or Cairn Terrier or Coton de Tulear?
Very frequent: The Wire Fox Terrier is quite easy to get.
Very frequent: The Cairn Terrier is quite easy to get.
Very frequent: The Coton de Tulear is quite easy to get.

Wire Fox Terrier vs Cairn Terrier vs Coton de Tulear Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank
Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Wire Fox Terrier vs Cairn Terrier vs Coton de Tulear intelligence:
Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it.
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Smart: The Cairn Terrier dogs have great intelligence.
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Low to average: This canine intelligence is not the brightest one.
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Trainability
Wire Fox Terrier vs Cairn Terrier vs Coton de Tulear trainability comparison.
Wire Fox Terrier dogs are easy to train.
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Cairn Terrier dogs are easy to train.
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Coton de Tulear dogs are quite easy to train.
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Watchdog Ability
Which is the better watchdog: Wire Fox Terrier or Cairn Terrier or Coton de Tulear?
Wire Fox Terrier dogs are average watchdogs.
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Cairn Terrier dogs are good watchdogs.
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Coton de Tulear dogs are average watchdogs.
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Guarding Behavior / Territorial
Which is a better guard dog Wire Fox Terrier or Cairn Terrier or Coton de Tulear? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?
Wire Fox Terrier dogs strongly protect their territory.
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Cairn Terrier dogs are average defenders.
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Coton de Tulear dogs are average defenders.
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Wire Fox Terrier vs Cairn Terrier vs Coton de Tulear Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament
Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Wire Fox Terrier or Cairn Terrier or Coton de Tulear? Wire Fox Terrier vs Cairn Terrier vs Coton de Tulear behavior/temperament comparison:
Alert
Intelligent
Friendly
Quick
Bold
Fearless
Keen
Active
Courageous
Intelligent
Fearless
Assertive
Playful
Intelligent
Affectionate
Lively
Trainable
Vocal
Sensitivity Level
Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?
Wire Fox 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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Sensitive: Coton de Tulear dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits.
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Affection Level
Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Wire Fox Terrier vs Cairn Terrier vs Coton de Tulear?
High: Wire Fox 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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High: Coton de Tulear dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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Social Needs
Wire Fox Terrier vs Cairn Terrier vs Coton de Tulear social needs comparison:
Wire Fox Terrier dogs need a lot of social interaction.
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Cairn Terrier dogs need a lot of social interaction.
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Coton de Tulear dogs are a social breed.
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Impulse to Wander or Roam
Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?
Wire Fox Terrier dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world.
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Cairn Terrier dogs have average wanderlust potential.
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Coton de Tulear dogs have average wanderlust potential.
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Prey Drive
Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?
Wire Fox 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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Their prey drive is low.
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Wire Fox Terrier vs Cairn Terrier vs Coton de Tulear Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness
Wire Fox Terrier vs Cairn Terrier vs Coton de Tulear playfulness comparison:
The Wire Fox Terrier is a highly playful breed.
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The Cairn Terrier is a playful breed.
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The Coton de Tulear is a playful breed.
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Barking
Which dog barks more/less: Wire Fox Terrier vs Cairn Terrier vs Coton de Tulear?
A lot: Wire Fox Terrier is a particularly loud breed.
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A lot: Cairn Terrier is a particularly loud breed.
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Average: The Coton de Tulear barks occasionally.
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Apartment Friendly
Which dog is more apartment friendly Wire Fox Terrier or Cairn Terrier or Coton de Tulear?
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 Wire Fox Terrier indoors.
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.
Very house-friendly dog the Coton de Tulear breed.

Wire Fox Terrier vs Cairn Terrier vs Coton de Tulear Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Adaptability
Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?
Wire Fox 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.
Coton de Tulear dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Tolerates Being Left Alone
Which dog can be left alone: Wire Fox Terrier or Cairn Terrier or Coton de Tulear?
Wire Fox Terrier dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.
Cairn Terrier dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.
Coton de Tulear 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.

Wire Fox Terrier vs Cairn Terrier vs Coton de Tulear Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI
Which bite is stronger: Wire Fox Terrier or Cairn Terrier or Coton de Tulear?

Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽

Wire Fox Terrier bite force: Weak.

Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽

Cairn Terrier bite force: Weak.

Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽

Coton de Tulear bite force: Weak.
Biting Potential
Which breed of dog is most likely to bite? Biting potential comparison:

Low 🔽

The Wire Fox Terrier has a low chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

The Cairn Terrier has a low chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

The Coton de Tulear has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness
Which is the better dog? Wire Fox Terrier vs Cairn Terrier vs Coton de Tulear mouthiness comparison:
Wire Fox 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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Coton de Tulear dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Wire Fox Terrier vs Cairn Terrier vs Coton de Tulear Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues
Wire Fox Terrier vs Cairn Terrier vs Coton de Tulear health comparison. Which is the healthier: Wire Fox Terrier vs Cairn Terrier vs Coton de Tulear?
The Wire Fox 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.
The Coton de Tulear is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
Health Problems
Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Wire Fox Terrier vs Cairn Terrier vs Coton de Tulear? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Wire Fox Terrier vs Cairn Terrier vs Coton de Tulear health problems comparison:
Legg-perthes Disease
Eye Problems
Epilepsy
Deafness
Arthritis
Cataracts
Legg-perthes Disease
Luxating Patella
Hypothyroidism
Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA)
Cryptorchidism
Glaucoma
Craniomandibular Osteopathy
Globoid Cell Leukodystrophy
Microvascular Dysplasia
Portosystemic Vascular Anomaly (PSVA)
Hip Dysplasia
Luxating Patella
Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA)
Veterinarian Visits
Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?
Average
The Wire Fox 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.
Average
The Coton de Tulear should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Life Expectancy
Wire Fox Terrier vs Cairn Terrier vs Coton de Tulear lifespan comparison. How long do Wire Fox Terrier, Cairn Terrier and Coton de Tulear breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?
12-14 years
The average lifespan of Wire Fox Terrier: 13 years
11-15 years
The average lifespan of Cairn Terrier: 13 years
14-16 years
The average lifespan of Coton de Tulear: 15 years
Weather and Climate
Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Wire Fox Terrier vs Cairn Terrier vs Coton de Tulear?
Tolerates warm and cold weather
Dogs that tolerate hot and cold weather are typically those that have a double coat of fur.
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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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Tolerates warm and cold weather
Dogs that tolerate hot and cold weather are typically those that have a double coat of fur.
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Wire Fox Terrier vs Cairn Terrier vs Coton de Tulear Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level
Who has more energy a Wire Fox Terrier or Cairn Terrier or Coton de Tulear? Wire Fox Terrier vs Cairn Terrier vs Coton de Tulear energy level comparison:
Wire Fox Terrier dogs are high-energy dogs.
Cairn Terrier dogs are high-energy dogs.
Coton de Tulear dogs have an average energy level, so if you live a semi-active life, this breed can be a good choice for you.
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need
Wire Fox Terrier vs Cairn Terrier vs Coton de Tulear exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Wire Fox Terrier or Cairn Terrier or Coton de Tulear? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?
Wire Fox Terrier dogs need a lot of exercises.
Cairn Terrier dogs need quite a lot of exercise.
Coton de Tulear dogs have an average exercise need.
Sleeping Need
Which one sleeps the least/most: Wire Fox Terrier or Cairn Terrier or Coton de Tulear?
Wire Fox Terrier dogs don't need too much sleep.
Cairn Terrier dogs don't need too much sleep.
Coton de Tulear dogs sleep 12-14 hours a day as an average dog and they're not considered a lazy breed.

Wire Fox Terrier vs Cairn Terrier vs Coton de Tulear Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption
Which dog eats more: Wire Fox Terrier or Cairn Terrier or Coton de Tulear?
1 to 2 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. 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? Wire Fox Terrier vs Cairn Terrier vs Coton de Tulear weight gain potential comparison:
Low to Average: The Wire Fox Terrier has a low to the average risk for obesity.
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Average: The Cairn Terrier has an average risk for obesity.
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Average: The Coton de Tulear has an average risk for obesity.
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Wire Fox Terrier vs Cairn Terrier vs Coton de Tulear Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types
What type of coat/fur do they have? Wire Fox Terrier vs Cairn Terrier vs Coton de Tulear coat comparison:
Wiry Waterproof Soft
Colors
What are the original Wire Fox Terrier, Cairn Terrier and Coton de Tulear color?
White
White & Black
White & Tan
White & Black & Tan
White & Tan & Black
Black
Gray
Red
Cream
Silver
Brindle
Wheaten
White
Grooming
Which dog is easy to maintain, Wire Fox Terrier or Cairn Terrier or Coton de Tulear? Wire Fox Terrier vs Cairn Terrier vs Coton de Tulear grooming comparison:
Average: The Wire Fox Terrier requires average grooming effort.
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Average: The Cairn Terrier requires average grooming effort.
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Professional: This breed needs a lot of work to keep in good condition.
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Shedding Level
Who sheds more Wire Fox Terrier or Cairn Terrier or Coton de Tulear? Wire Fox Terrier or Cairn Terrier or {name3 shedding:
Wire Fox Terrier dogs shed none to minimal.
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Cairn Terrier dogs shed moderately.
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Coton de Tulear dogs are low shedders.
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Bath Time / Bathing Frequency
Which dog should be bathed more: Wire Fox Terrier or Cairn Terrier or Coton de Tulear?
8-12 weeks
Very rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one.
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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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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
Wire Fox Terrier vs Cairn Terrier vs Coton de Tulear hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?
Yes See more. Yes See more. Yes See more.
Stinkiness
Which dog breed smells the least? Which dog smells the most? Which is best, Wire Fox Terrier vs Cairn Terrier vs Coton de Tulear?

Medium

The Wire Fox Terrier has an average chance of bad smell.

Medium

The Cairn Terrier has an average chance of bad smell.

Medium

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

Pet Friendly
Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?
Wire Fox Terrier dogs do best when they’re the only pet at the family.
Cairn Terrier dogs are generally with other pets.
Coton de Tulear dogs are one of the friendliest dog breeds.
Stranger Friendly
Which dog is more stranger friendly Wire Fox Terrier or Cairn Terrier or Coton de Tulear? Which dog is more friendly?
Wire Fox Terrier dogs are average friendly towards strangers.
Cairn Terrier dogs are average friendly towards strangers.
Coton de Tulear dogs are stranger-friendly dogs.
Child Friendly
Which dog is more child/kid friendly Wire Fox Terrier or Cairn Terrier or Coton de Tulear?
Wire Fox Terrier dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
Cairn Terrier dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
Coton de Tulear dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
Cat Friendly
Which dog is more cat friendly Wire Fox Terrier or Cairn Terrier or Coton de Tulear?
Wire Fox Terrier dogs are not cat-friendly dogs.
Cairn Terrier dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Coton de Tulear dogs are very cat-friendly dogs.
Dog Friendly
Which dog is more dog friendly Wire Fox Terrier or Cairn Terrier or Coton de Tulear?
Wire Fox Terrier dogs are not the most dog-friendly dogs.
Cairn Terrier dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.
Coton de Tulear dogs are dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners
Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Wire Fox Terrier vs Cairn Terrier vs Coton de Tulear?
Yes
Wire Fox 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.
Yes
Coton de Tulear dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Office Friendly
Which one fits better in the office?
No
Wire Fox Terrier is not the best dog breed for office environment.
Yes
Cairn Terrier is one of the best dog breeds for office environment
No
Coton de Tulear is not the best dog breed for office environment.
Senior Citizens Friendly
Which dog is good for elderly people?
Wire Fox Terriers are one of the best breeds for elderly people.
Cairn Terriers are usually recommended for elderly people.
Coton de Tulears are usually recommended for elderly people.

Wire Fox Terrier vs Cairn Terrier vs Coton de Tulear 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: Wire Fox Terrier or Cairn Terrier or Coton de Tulear? 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: Wire Fox Terrier vs Cairn Terrier vs Coton de Tulear?

Not really

Wire Fox 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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Not really

Coton de Tulear 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.

Wire Fox Terrier vs Cairn Terrier vs Coton de Tulear 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 Wire Fox Terrier and Cairn Terrier and Coton de Tulear have?
4-6 puppies 2-10 puppies 4-6 puppies

Wire Fox Terrier vs Cairn Terrier vs Coton de Tulear Recognition Comparison

AKC Group
Which dog is recognized by the AKC?
Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1885 as a Terrier breed. Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1913 as a Terrier breed. Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 2014 as a Non-Sporting 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 Companion and Toy Dogs group, in the Bichons and related breeds 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
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
Club Espanol De Terriers
American Canine Registry
American Kennel Club
America's Pet Registry
Dog Registry of America Inc.
Federation Cynologique Internationale
North American Purebred Registry, Inc.
American Canine Association, Inc.
Continental Kennel Club
National Kennel Club

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