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      The Cairn's teeth are larger than one would expect. Any dog used for bolting badgers and other animals fully capable of defending themselves to the death must come equipped with teeth equal to the task.

      Christine Carter
      The Cairn Terrier  

      Ch. Splinters of Twobees. A foundation sire in many modern lines, he is the "S" in line DGS.

      Christine Carter
      The Cairn Terrier  

      Type is more about the overall look of the dog which lets the observer know immediately that it is a Cairn Terrier, regardless of its variations.

      Christine Carter
      The Cairn Terrier  

      Some clubs have a code of ethics which the breeders must sign and adhere to in order to be recommended. Money-minded profiteers are seldom found within the ranks of clubs because they have no interest in supporting and working at shows, seminars or canine charity fundraisers.

      Christine Carter
      The Cairn Terrier  

      Length of upper arm is very important. If the upper arm length does not match the shoulder blade length, movement will be restricted.

      Christine Carter
      The Cairn Terrier  

      On an adult dog, the chest should fill your hand with a slight roundness when you cup it in your palm with the point of the presternum at the fleshy base of your thumb near the wrist. Too often today you will feel only a flatness with no depth or fullness in this chest area.

      Christine Carter
      The Cairn Terrier  

      The typical Cairn expression gives the immediate impression of a dog that is all terrier, a dog who will say "make me" when given a command.

      Christine Carter
      The Cairn Terrier  

      Starting at the root with a quality breeder allows a buyer to branch off if necessary. Show kennels have a monetary as well as an emotional investment at stake and seek excellence in the handlers, groomers and veterinarians with whom they do business. These professionals are additional sources of referrals.

      Christine Carter
      The Cairn Terrier  

      At the Inverness and North of Scotland Canine Society shows on the 23 and 24 of September, 1909, the Cairn was first exhibited under Judge Theo Marples, the editor of Our Dogs.

      Christine Carter
      The Cairn Terrier  

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