Cairland Terrier

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 West Highland White Terrier, affectionately known as the Westie, is a small but robustly built terrier that presents a compact and balanced silhouette. Males typically stand about eleven inches at the shoulder while females measure approximately ten inches, with weights generally ranging from fifteen to twenty-two pounds. The body is slightly shorter from the last rib to the hindquarters than the height at the withers, giving the dog a square appearance that conveys strength and sturdiness without coarseness. The breed possesses a deep chest that extends to the elbows and well-sprung ribs, providing ample capacity for heart and lungs. The Westie's double coat is one of its most distinctive features, always pure white in color though slight wheaten tipping on the ears and back may be present. The outer coat is hard and straight, typically measuring about two inches in length, while the undercoat is soft, dense, and provides excellent insulation. This weather-resistant coat was essential for the breed's original work hunting vermin in the harsh Scottish climate. The coat requires regular grooming including brushing several times weekly and professional trimming or hand-stripping to maintain its proper texture. The furnishings on the face create the breed's characteristic round appearance. The head of the West Highland White Terrier is slightly domed and in proportion to the body, appearing round when viewed from the front due to the abundant facial furnishings. The muzzle is blunt and powerful, slightly shorter than the skull, with a definite stop. The nose is always black and relatively large in proportion to the muzzle. The eyes are medium-sized, set wide apart, and dark brown in color, conveying an alert, piercing, and intelligent expression. The ears are small, erect, and pointed, set wide apart on the top outer edge of the skull and carried tightly erect. The tail is relatively short, approximately five to six inches, carried gaily but not over the back, and is covered with hard hair but not feathered.