Weights come from the Petboost breed data. Everything else is from the breed standards listed on each breed page, and a field a source does not state is left blank.
| Cairn Terrier | Scottish Terrier | |
|---|---|---|
| Adult weight | 6 to 8 kg | 8 to 10 kg |
| Height | 28 to 31 cm | 25 to 28 cm |
| Lifespan | 12 to 15 years | 10 to 12 years |
| Coat | hard and weather-resistant double coat, profuse harsh outer coat with short soft furry undercoat | close lying double coat, harsh, dense and wiry outer coat over a short, dense, soft undercoat |
| Shedding | ||
| Grooming effort | ||
| Energy | ||
| Trainability | Not rated | |
| Good with children | Not rated | |
| Suits an apartment | Not rated |
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