Active
Playful
Energetic
Courageous
Intelligent
Friendly
Outgoing
Responsive
Fearless
Assertive
Clever

Playful
Independent
Alert
Courageous
Intelligent
Friendly
Affectionate
Quick
Selfish

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

Scoland Terriers shed very little hair, making them a great choice for those who dislike excess hair in the house.

United States

United Kingdom

Miniature Pinscher and Cairn Terrier

Scottish Terrier, Westie

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

ACHC = American Canine Hybrid Club
DBR = Designer Breed Registry
DDKC = Designer Dogs Kennel Club
DRA = Dog Registry of America, Inc.
IDCR = International Designer Canine Registry®

Hazel
Brown

Brown

Gray
White

Black
Fawn

Mini Cairn Pins have short coats.

Scoland Terriers have longer coats compared to most dogs.

Wavy

Wiry

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 Scoland Terrier can have a litter of 2-5 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 Scoland Terrier 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)

Seborrhea
Von Willebrand's Disease
Keratoconjunctivitis Sicca (Dry Eye)
Craniomandibular Osteopathy (Lion Jaw)

None

Deafness
Pulmonic Stenosis
Cataracts
Lens Luxation
Legg-Calve Perthes Disease
Persistent Pupillary Membranes (PPM)
Chronic Hepatitis

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

Complete Blood Count
Brain Auditory Evoked Response (BAER)
Internal Imaging (x-ray, CT scan, MRI, etc.)
Blood And Urine Analysis
Ear Tests and Myringotomy Tests
Yearly Physical Examination
Blood Chemistry
Eye Examinations (both internal as well as external)
X-rays of various parts of the skeletal system
Dental and Oral Examinations

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

Scoland Terrier has above average social needs and thrives with interaction with humans and other dogs.

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.

Scoland Terriers 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 Scoland Terrier, 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 Scoland Terriers usually need at least 60 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.

Scoland Terriers 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.

Ideally, Mini Cairn Pin should be brushed at least 2 or 3 times a week (preferably daily) improve shedding.

Scoland Terrier should be brushed at least once a week. Of course you can give them more frequent brushes if you find that they are still shedding a lot

Pin Brush
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Deshedder
Nail Clipper

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

The average cost of a Scoland Terrier is somewhere $1.10 - $1.40 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 Scoland Terrier is between $35 - $42. This makes an average of $420 - $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.

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

Scoland Terriers are friendly but may bark at strangers, and training is easy due to their intelligence.

Mini Cairn Pins are very playful, so adopting an older one might be a better option for a more relaxed experience.

Scoland Terriers are a playful breed that needs daily playtime to be happy.