Active
Playful
Energetic
Courageous
Intelligent
Friendly
Outgoing
Responsive
Fearless
Assertive
Clever

Independent
Energetic
Protective
Alert
Intelligent
Responsive
Loyal
Social
Tenacious

United States

Europe

Miniature Pinscher and Cairn Terrier

Brittany (Spaniel), Border Collie

DBR = Designer Breed Registry
IDCR = International Designer Canine Registry®

DRA = Dog Registry of America, Inc.

Hazel
Brown

Blue
Brown

Black

Black

Gray
White

Brown
White
Red
Black

Mini Cairn Pins have short coats.

Border Collie Britts have coats that can be either short or medium in length.

A Mini Cairn Pin can have a litter of 2-10 puppies on average. However, it's worth noting that the size of the litters can vary greatly. Factors that can influence litter size include the health of the mother, breeding history, and genetics.

A Border Collie Britt can have a litter of 4-8 puppies on average. However, it's worth noting that the size of the litters can vary greatly. Factors that can influence litter size include the health of the mother, breeding history, and genetics.

Mini Cairn Pins are known for their adaptability and can adjust well to different environments and lifestyle changes.

Border Collie Britts are highly adaptable and versatile, making them excellent companions for families and individuals of all lifestyles.

Mini Cairn Pins are susceptible to health issues like all breeds, so it's important to monitor their health and seek veterinary care when needed.

While the Border Collie Britt breed is generally healthy, occasional vet check-ups are still necessary to address any health concerns.

Patellar Luxation
Epilepsy
Globoid Cell Leukodystrophy
Hypothyroidism
Portosystemic Shunt
Legg-Calve Perthes Disease
Progressive Retinal Atrophy (PRA)
Cryptorchidism
Craniomandibular Osteopathy (Lion Jaw)

Hip Dysplasia

None

None

Eye Examination
Internal Imaging (x-ray, CT scan, MRI, etc.)
Thyroid Testing
Full Body Physical Examination

X-Rays
Physical Examination
Optical Examination

Mini Cairn Pins sleep less than other breeds but still need adequate sleep for good health.

Border Collie Britts are active and require sufficient sleep to stay healthy.

Mini Cairn Pins are medium-energy dogs and typically enjoy socializing and playing casual or even sustained games of chase with other dogs. They may also have occasional periods of barking or racing around the house.

Border Collie Britts are high-energy dogs. They need mental as well as physical exercise. These dogs require a lot of your involvement and without it they can, and will, become problematic dogs.

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Mini Cairn Pin, it's at least 4 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Border Collie Britt, it's at least 15 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

In general most Mini Cairn Pins usually need at least 30 minutes of exercise daily. This can be spread across the day and include all sorts of high-energy activities, like walking, running and playing.

In general most Border Collie Britts usually need at least 80 minutes of exercise daily. This can be spread across the day and include all sorts of high-energy activities, like walking, running and playing.

The Mini Cairn Pin has low grooming needs and is easy to maintain.

The Border Collie Britt requires an average amount of grooming compared to other breeds.

Pin Brush
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Slicker Brush
Comb
Nail Clipper

For an average 10-14 pound (5 - 6 kg) Mini Cairn Pin feed 1 cups daily. But, keep in mind, the amount you feed is going to be dependent on the quality of the food you are feeding.

For an average 26-44 pound (12 - 20 kg) Border Collie Britt feed 3 cups daily. But, keep in mind, the amount you feed is going to be dependent on the quality of the food you are feeding.

The average cost of a Mini Cairn Pin is somewhere $1.00 - $1.40 per day.

The average cost of a Border Collie Britt is somewhere $1.70 - $2.00 per day.

The average per month expenses of a Mini Cairn Pin is between $28 - $42. This makes an average of $336 - $504 per year. It will be on the higher side when the dog is still small because it will need more frequent visits to the vet, shots.

The average per month expenses of a Border Collie Britt is between $48 - $63. This makes an average of $576 - $756 per year. It will be on the higher side when the dog is still small because it will need more frequent visits to the vet, shots.

This breed is sensitive and requires gentle handling and a calm home environment.

This breed is sensitive to its environment and best suited for patient and understanding families with a consistent routine.

The Mini Cairn Pin is a great apartment dog, thriving with sufficient exercise and time outside as part of their daily routine.

Border Collie Britts are good apartment dogs as long as they get enough exercise and stimulation outside of the apartment.

Mini Cairn Pins are good with kids if socialized and trained from a young age.

Border Collie Britts make excellent family pets for kids due to their gentle, protective nature and calm temperament.

Mini Cairn Pins are average in their friendliness towards other dogs, and socialization can help.

Border Collie Britts are friendly and active companions, and can be good family pets, though their friendliness towards other dogs may vary.