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Border Terrier vs Cairn Terrier vs Finnish Lapphund Comparison - Dog breed selector: Borders or Toto Dog or Suomenlapinkoira? Find the right dog for you

"Find similarities and differences between Border Terrier vs Cairn Terrier vs Finnish Lapphund" Compare Border Terrier and Cairn Terrier. Which is better: Border Terrier or Cairn Terrier or Finnish Lapphund?
 
 
 
Name Border Terrier Cairn Terrier Finnish Lapphund
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Common Names & Aliases
Compare alternative names and nicknames used for Border Terrier, Cairn Terrier, and Finnish Lapphund breeds.
Borders Toto Dog
Cairn
Suomenlapinkoira
Lapinkoira
Breed Classification
How do breed classifications differ between Border Terrier, Cairn Terrier, and Finnish Lapphund? Compare their breeding categories.
Purebred Purebred Purebred

Border Terrier vs Cairn Terrier vs Finnish Lapphund Size and Weight Comparison

Size Classification
Compare size differences between Border Terrier, Cairn Terrier, and Finnish Lapphund. Which breed is the largest?
Small Small Medium
Weight Statistics
How do weights compare between Border Terrier, Cairn Terrier, and Finnish Lapphund? Compare adult weight ranges.
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) 37-42 pounds (17-19 kg)
Average Weight
Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?
Males 14.5 pounds (6.5 kg), Female: 12.5 pounds (5.5 kg) Male: 16 pounds (7 kg), Female: 15 pounds (7 kg) 39.5 pounds (18 kg)
Height
Which is taller, Border Terrier or Cairn Terrier or Finnish Lapphund? Border Terrier vs Cairn Terrier vs Finnish Lapphund height comparison:
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) Female: 16–19 inches (41–47 cm), Male: 18–20 inches (46–52 cm)
Average Height
Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?
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) Female: 16–19 inches (41–47 cm), Male: 18–20 inches (46–52 cm)

Border Terrier vs Cairn Terrier vs Finnish Lapphund Price and Availability Comparison

Price Range
Compare puppy costs for Border Terrier, Cairn Terrier, and Finnish Lapphund. Find price differences between these breeds.
$1200-$1400 $700-$1000 $600-$800
Availability
Which is easier to get, Border Terrier or Cairn Terrier or Finnish Lapphund?
Very frequent: The Border Terrier is quite easy to get.
Very frequent: The Cairn Terrier is quite easy to get.
Frequent: The Finnish Lapphund is easier than average to get.

Border Terrier vs Cairn Terrier vs Finnish Lapphund Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligence Rating
Compare intelligence levels between Border Terrier, Cairn Terrier, and Finnish Lapphund. Which breed ranks highest?
Smart: The Border Terrier dogs have great intelligence.
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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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Training Difficulty
Compare training difficulty levels between Border Terrier, Cairn Terrier, and Finnish Lapphund. Which is easiest to train?
Border Terrier dogs are easy to train.
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Cairn Terrier dogs are easy to train.
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Finnish Lapphund dogs are easy to train.
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Watchdog Rating
Compare watchdog abilities of Border Terrier, Cairn Terrier, and Finnish Lapphund. Which breed is most alert?
Border Terrier dogs are good watchdogs.
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Cairn Terrier dogs are good watchdogs.
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Finnish Lapphund dogs are one of the best watchdogs.
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Territorial Protection
Compare territorial instincts between Border Terrier, Cairn Terrier, and Finnish Lapphund. Which breed is most protective?
Border Terrier dogs are extremely protective guard dogs.
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Cairn Terrier dogs are average defenders.
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Finnish Lapphund dogs are average defenders.
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Border Terrier vs Cairn Terrier vs Finnish Lapphund Personality and Temperament Comparison

Personality Traits
How do personalities differ between Border Terrier, Cairn Terrier, and Finnish Lapphund? Compare temperaments.
Alert
Intelligent
Affectionate
Obedient
Outright
Tempered
Fearless
Active
Courageous
Intelligent
Fearless
Assertive
Courageous
Friendly
Keen
Calm
Faithful
Sensitivity Level
Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?
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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They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds.
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Affection Level
Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Border Terrier vs Cairn Terrier vs Finnish Lapphund?
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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High: Finnish Lapphund dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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Social Needs
Border Terrier vs Cairn Terrier vs Finnish Lapphund social needs comparison:
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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Finnish Lapphund dogs need for social interaction is average.
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Impulse to Wander or Roam
Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?
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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The wanderlust potential of the Finnish Lapphund is strong enough to escape from home.
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Prey Drive
Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?
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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Finnish Lapphund dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds.
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Border Terrier vs Cairn Terrier vs Finnish Lapphund Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Barking Frequency
Compare barking frequencies of Border Terrier, Cairn Terrier, and Finnish Lapphund. Which breed is most vocal?
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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A lot: Finnish Lapphund is a particularly loud breed.
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Playful Nature
Compare playfulness levels between Border Terrier, Cairn Terrier, and Finnish Lapphund. Which breed is most playful?
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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The Finnish Lapphund is a playful breed.
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Apartment Adaptability
Compare apartment suitability of Border Terrier, Cairn Terrier, and Finnish Lapphund. Which adapts best to small spaces?
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.
It is not recommended to keep the Finnish Lapphund breed in the home.

Border Terrier vs Cairn Terrier vs Finnish Lapphund Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Lifestyle Adaptability
Compare adaptability between Border Terrier, Cairn Terrier, and Finnish Lapphund. Which breed is most flexible?
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.
Finnish Lapphund dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Alone Time Tolerance
Which dog can be left alone: Border Terrier or Cairn Terrier or Finnish Lapphund?
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.
Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.

Border Terrier vs Cairn Terrier vs Finnish Lapphund Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Risk Assessment
Compare biting potential between Border Terrier, Cairn Terrier, and Finnish Lapphund. Which has lowest bite risk?

Low 🔽

The Border Terrier has a low chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

The Cairn Terrier has a low chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

The Finnish Lapphund has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthing Tendency
Compare mouthing tendencies between Border Terrier, Cairn Terrier, and Finnish Lapphund. Which uses mouth most during play?
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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Finnish Lapphund dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Bite Strength Rating
Compare bite forces between Border Terrier, Cairn Terrier, and Finnish Lapphund. Which has the strongest bite?

Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽

Border Terrier bite force: Weak.

Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽

Cairn Terrier bite force: Weak.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Finnish Lapphund bite force: Ordinary.

Border Terrier vs Cairn Terrier vs Finnish Lapphund Health and Lifespan Comparison

Average Lifespan
Compare life expectancies of Border Terrier, Cairn Terrier, and Finnish Lapphund. Which breed lives longest?
11-15 years
The average lifespan of Border Terrier: 13 years
11-15 years
The average lifespan of Cairn Terrier: 13 years
11-15 years
The average lifespan of Finnish Lapphund: 13 years
Climate Tolerance
Compare weather adaptability between Border Terrier, Cairn Terrier, and Finnish Lapphund. Which handles climate changes best?
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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Prefers cold weather
The Finnish Lapphund can adapt well to harsh weather conditions, and also can be a good mountain dog.
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Health Concerns
Compare health problems common in Border Terrier, Cairn Terrier, and Finnish Lapphund. Which has fewer health issues?
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.
Finnish Lapphunds tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.
Vet Care Frequency
Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?
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.
Frequent
The Finnish Lapphund should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.
Health Problems
Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Border Terrier vs Cairn Terrier vs Finnish Lapphund? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Border Terrier vs Cairn Terrier vs Finnish Lapphund health problems comparison:
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)
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Border Terrier vs Cairn Terrier vs Finnish Lapphund Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Rating
Compare energy levels between Border Terrier, Cairn Terrier, and Finnish Lapphund. Which breed is most active?
Border Terrier dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.
Cairn Terrier dogs are high-energy dogs.
Finnish Lapphund dogs are high-energy dogs.
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need
Border Terrier vs Cairn Terrier vs Finnish Lapphund exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Border Terrier or Cairn Terrier or Finnish Lapphund? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?
Border Terrier dogs have an average exercise need.
Cairn Terrier dogs need quite a lot of exercise.
Finnish Lapphund dogs need a lot of exercises.
Sleeping Need
Which one sleeps the least/most: Border Terrier or Cairn Terrier or Finnish Lapphund?
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.
Finnish Lapphund dogs don't need too much sleep.

Border Terrier vs Cairn Terrier vs Finnish Lapphund Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Obesity Tendency
Compare weight gain tendencies between Border Terrier, Cairn Terrier, and Finnish Lapphund. Which is most prone to obesity?
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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Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Finnish Lapphund's weight, he can easily gain weight.
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Food Consumption
Compare food requirements between Border Terrier, Cairn Terrier, and Finnish Lapphund. Which needs most food?
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. 2 to 2.5 cup of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.

Border Terrier vs Cairn Terrier vs Finnish Lapphund Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Allergy Friendliness
Compare hypoallergenic qualities of Border Terrier, Cairn Terrier, and Finnish Lapphund. Which is best for allergy sufferers?
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Coat Colors
Compare color variations between Border Terrier, Cairn Terrier, and Finnish Lapphund. What colors are available?
Tan
Red
Blue
Grizzle
Wheaten
Black
Gray
Red
Cream
Silver
Brindle
Wheaten
Black
Tan
Cream
Brown
Sable
Wolf
Blonde
Grooming Requirements
Compare grooming needs between Border Terrier, Cairn Terrier, and Finnish Lapphund. Which requires most maintenance?
Average: The Border 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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Drooling Tendency
Compare drooling tendencies between Border Terrier, Cairn Terrier, and Finnish Lapphund. Which drools least?
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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The Finnish Lapphund is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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Stinkiness Rating
Compare odor levels between Border Terrier, Cairn Terrier, and Finnish Lapphund. Which has least natural smell?

Medium

The Border Terrier has an average chance of bad smell.

Medium

The Cairn Terrier has an average chance of bad smell.

Medium

The Finnish Lapphund has an average chance of bad smell.
Coat Characteristics
Compare coat types between Border Terrier, Cairn Terrier, and Finnish Lapphund. How do their fur characteristics differ?
Rough Waterproof Fluffy
Bathing Needs
Compare bathing needs between Border Terrier, Cairn Terrier, and Finnish Lapphund. Which requires most frequent baths?
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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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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Shedding Level
Who sheds more Border Terrier or Cairn Terrier or Finnish Lapphund? Border Terrier or Cairn Terrier or {name3 shedding:
Border Terrier dogs shed none to minimal.
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Cairn Terrier dogs shed moderately.
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Finnish Lapphund dogs are heavy shedders.
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Border Terrier vs Cairn Terrier vs Finnish Lapphund Good With Comparison

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

Border Terrier vs Cairn Terrier vs Finnish Lapphund As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog Capability
Compare service dog potential between Border Terrier, Cairn Terrier, and Finnish Lapphund. Which is best suited for service work?

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 Work Suitability
Compare therapy dog potential between Border Terrier, Cairn Terrier, and Finnish Lapphund. Which excels in therapy work?

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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Scent Detection Ability
Compare detection capabilities between Border Terrier, Cairn Terrier, and Finnish Lapphund. Which has best nose work ability?

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 & Rescue Potential
Compare search and rescue potential between Border Terrier, Cairn Terrier, and Finnish Lapphund. Which is best for SAR work?

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.
Maritime Work Ability
Compare boating aptitude between Border Terrier, Cairn Terrier, and Finnish Lapphund. Which is best suited for water work?

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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Not really

Finnish Lapphund breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.
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Draft Work Capability
Compare cart pulling abilities between Border Terrier, Cairn Terrier, and Finnish Lapphund. Which is best for draft work?

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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Military Service Background
Compare military service history of Border Terrier, Cairn Terrier, and Finnish Lapphund. Which has most military use?

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.

Border Terrier vs Cairn Terrier vs Finnish Lapphund Reproducibility Comparison

Puppy Litter Size
Compare typical litter sizes of Border Terrier, Cairn Terrier, and Finnish Lapphund. Which has most puppies?
2-8 puppies 2-10 puppies 2-9 puppies
Pregnancy Duration
Compare gestation periods of Border Terrier, Cairn Terrier, and Finnish Lapphund. Any breeding differences?
60-64 days See more. 60-64 days See more. 60-64 days See more.
Breeding Frequency
Compare breeding intervals between Border Terrier, Cairn Terrier, and Finnish Lapphund. What's recommended?

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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Border Terrier vs Cairn Terrier vs Finnish Lapphund Recognition Comparison

AKC Classification
Compare AKC groups for Border Terrier, Cairn Terrier, and Finnish Lapphund. How are they classified?
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 2011 as a Herding breed.
FCI Classification
Compare FCI groups for Border Terrier, Cairn Terrier, and Finnish Lapphund. How are they classified internationally?
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. Recognized by FCI in the Spitz and primitive types group, in the Nordic Watchdogs and Herders section.
Kennel Club Recognition
Compare breed recognition status of Border Terrier, Cairn Terrier, and Finnish Lapphund. Which has most recognition?
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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