Active
Playful
Energetic
Courageous
Intelligent
Friendly
Outgoing
Responsive
Fearless
Assertive
Clever

Friendly
Loyal
Protective
Gentle
Playful

Mini Cairn Pins are moderate shedders, but regular brushing can reduce shedding and maintain coat health.

Sapsalis shed a lot of hair each year, so frequent brushing is essential for reducing shedding and maintaining coat health.

United States

Korea

Miniature Pinscher and Cairn Terrier

Unknown

Hazel
Brown

Brown

Black

Black
Brown

Gray
White

Black
Isabella
Brown
Red
Gray

Mini Cairn Pins have short coats.

Sapsalis have longer coats compared to most dogs.

Wavy

Straight

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 Sapsali can have a litter of 11-13 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 susceptible to health issues like all breeds, so it's important to monitor their health and seek veterinary care when needed.

The Sapsali breed is generally very healthy, requiring minimal vet visits. Still, it's important to keep an eye on their health and seek veterinary care when needed.

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

Patellar Luxation
Canine Hip Dysplasia (Chd)
Congenital Heart Defect (CHD)

None

Entropion
Distichiasis
Gastric Dilation Volvulus (GDV) or Bloat
Third Eye (Cherry Eye)

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

Skin Evaluation
X-rays or other radiographic imaging
Eye and Ear Examination

Mini Cairn Pin has very high social needs and requires regular mental and physical stimulation, a job or purpose, and companionship.

Sapsali has average social needs and is less independent than other breeds.

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

Sapsalis have moderate energy levels and typical sleep patterns of 12-14 hours per day.

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 Sapsali, it's at least 7 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 Sapsalis usually need at least 45 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.

Sapsalis require significant grooming, including regular trims and professional grooming assistance to maintain their coat. They may also require frequent bathing to keep their coat and skin healthy.

Pin Brush
Nail Clipper

Pin 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 35-60 pound (16 - 27 kg) Sapsali feed 2.5 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 Sapsali 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 Sapsali 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.

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

The Sapsali is not suitable for apartments and requires a large yard to thrive. Pent-up energy in small spaces can lead to destructive behavior.

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

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

Mini Cairn Pins are average in their friendliness toward cats and tend to do well with them, especially if raised together.

Sapsalis are good with cats, but early training is needed to prevent chasing behavior.

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

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

Mini Cairn Pins are averagely friendly around strangers but benefit from early socialisation.

Sapsalis are quick to announce strangers and can be standoffish or suspicious.