Cairicocker

The Cairn Terrier is a small but sturdy working terrier that presents a compact and well-proportioned silhouette. Standing between nine and ten inches at the shoulder and weighing thirteen to fourteen pounds, this breed exhibits a hardy constitution that belies its diminutive stature. The body is slightly longer than it is tall, giving the dog a rectangular outline when viewed from the side. The Cairn possesses strong, moderately short legs with well-padded feet that are larger in the front than the rear, a characteristic that originally aided in digging among Scottish rock piles. The head is broad in proportion to the body with a definite stop and a strong muzzle of medium length. The Cairn Terrier's double coat is one of its most distinctive features, consisting of a harsh, weather-resistant outer coat and a soft, dense undercoat. The outer coat typically measures about two inches in length and has a slightly shaggy appearance without being overly long or soft. This breed comes in a wide variety of colors including cream, wheaten, red, grey, and nearly black, with brindle patterns being common and acceptable in any of these shades. Notably, solid black, solid white, and black and tan colorations are not permitted in the breed standard. Many Cairns display darker points on their ears and muzzle. The expression of the Cairn Terrier is often described as fox-like, with small, pointed, erect ears set wide apart and medium-sized, widely-spaced eyes that are hazel or dark hazel in color. The eyes are set beneath shaggy eyebrows that contribute to the breed's keen and intelligent expression. The tail is relatively short, carried gaily but not curled over the back, and is well-furnished with hair. Overall, the Cairn presents the appearance of an active, game, and hardy small terrier capable of the work for which it was originally bred.

The American Cocker Spaniel is the smallest member of the sporting group, presenting a compact and sturdy build that combines athleticism with elegance. Males stand approximately fifteen and a half inches at the shoulder while females measure about fourteen and a half inches, with weights typically ranging from twenty to thirty pounds. The breed exhibits a well-balanced body that is slightly longer than tall, built for endurance and agility rather than speed. The topline slopes gently downward from the withers to the muscular hindquarters, and the chest is deep, reaching to the level of the elbows, providing ample room for heart and lung capacity. The Cocker Spaniel's luxurious coat is one of its most striking characteristics, consisting of silky, flat or slightly wavy hair that is medium length on the body with abundant feathering on the ears, chest, abdomen, and legs. The head features shorter, finer hair while the ears are covered with long, wavy, dense hair that adds to the breed's elegant appearance. Coat colors are divided into three varieties: black, which includes solid black and black with tan points; ASCOB, meaning any solid color other than black including buff, cream, red, and brown; and parti-color, which features two or more solid colors with white being one of them. Regular grooming is essential to maintain the coat's condition and prevent matting. The head of the Cocker Spaniel is refined yet strong, with a rounded skull, a pronounced stop, and a broad, deep muzzle with square jaws. The eyes are round, full, and set to look directly forward, appearing dark brown in most coat colors and conveying an intelligent, alert, and soft expression that defines the breed's appealing countenance. The long, low-set, lobular ears are covered with long, silky hair and hang close to the cheeks. The nose is black in black and black-and-tan dogs, and may be brown or black in other colors. The tail is typically docked and carried in line with or slightly higher than the topline, wagging merrily when the dog is in motion.