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Cairn Terrier

The Cairn Terrier is a small working terrier developed on the Isle of Skye in Scotland. If you’re a fan of The Wizard of Oz, you already know the breed. Farmers used them to rid their property of vermin, and they needed a dog with courage, tenacity, and intelligence — characteristics still found in today’s Cairn.

Cairn Terriers are sensible,…

Statistics
Dog Breed Group
Terrier
Height
9 to 10 inches tall at the shoulder
Weight
13 to 14 pounds
Life Span
12 to 15 years
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