What's the "not so good" side of Cairn Ownership

[toomanypaws]

I thought this sums it all up and makes for a good laugh.

http://www.cairnrescue.com/general/index.htm#toto

I must say that I got lucky to have one of my females extremely affectionate and almost insist on being a "lap dog". Cairns may not be for everyone, but they're definitely the dog for me.

[cairncurious]

Thank you to everyone who so thoughtfully responded to my question. Wow two pages worth of Cairn comments. Some so humorous I just had to laugh out loud. I'm left with a mixed impression of a rambucious little creature who will most likely be barking or tilting his head sideway as he reads my mind. I want to be smarter than my dog but this may not be possible with a Cairn if what I've read is true. I really want to visit a breeder and take a close up gander at such a dog in action. If he can teach me to fetch on the first visit I'll be excited....stay tuned.

cairncurious

[caseysmama]

hehe hysterical and true

[eastofeden]

Honestly that is the best thing you can do ....visit a breeder...It will give you a feel for this wee dogs (you can meet puppies and adult dogs)...And the breeder can get to know you. Most breeders worth their salt will have no compunction in telling you if this is or is not the right dog for your lifestyle.

Also, if the Cairn is for you...the breeder will be able to pick the right puppy for you. As all our posts indicate...even though very much alike, each dog has his/her own personality and most of the breeders I know are good about making a perfect match. Good luck!

[jimnconnie]

I hope you can find a breeder to visit soon, and I know that when you do you will be hooked! Once you see those puppies and their parents you'll know that this is the dog for you. It will be hard to leave and not take one with you on the first visit, but if you have to wait a while for the right puppy to fit your situation it will be worth the wait. Good luck and enjoy your visit.

[Thistle]

Thistle's worst habit was nipping. Even now she still wants to chew on people a bit but we've at least graduated to the point where she does it very softly. I'm hoping we'll soon have this beat as well.

Other than that she doesn't bark much and was super easy to house train. Oh and she'll eat anything.

I think its great to put so much thought into the breed before you get a new puppy. They are very different than Border Collies but fantastic little dogs.