Unfortunately, the Chatterdale is not hypoallergenic, making it not a good choice for a dog lover who suffers from pet allergies.

While no dogs are truly 100% hypoallergenic, Cairneses are about as close as it gets, making them an ideal pet if you are an allergy sufferer.

Energetic
Alert
Courageous
Intelligent
Confident
Friendly
Quick
Devoted
Lively
Inquisitive
Bold

Active
Playful
Courageous
Intelligent
Responsive
Affectionate
Lively
Gentle
Fearless
Companionable
Assertive
Sturdy
Amiable
Charming

Chihuahua and Patterdale Terrier

Havanese, Cairn Terrier

DRA = Dog Registry of America, Inc.
IDCR = International Designer Canine Registry®

ACHC = American Canine Hybrid Club
DDKC = Designer Dogs Kennel Club
DRA = Dog Registry of America, Inc.
IDCR = International Designer Canine Registry®

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1990s

A Chatterdale can have a litter of 2-5 puppies on average. However, it's worth noting that the size of the litters can vary greatly. Factors that can influence litter size include the health of the mother, breeding history, and genetics.

A Cairnese can have a litter of 2-10 puppies on average. However, it's worth noting that the size of the litters can vary greatly. Factors that can influence litter size include the health of the mother, breeding history, and genetics.

Chatterdales are highly adaptable and versatile, making them excellent companions for families and individuals of all lifestyles.

Cairneses are known for their adaptability and can adjust well to different environments and lifestyle changes.

Patellar Luxation
Pulmonic Stenosis
Patent Ductus Arteriosus

Hip Dysplasia

Demodectic Mange
Allergies
Conjunctivitis

Patellar Luxation
Cataracts
Glaucoma

Blood Test
Heart
Skin Scraping
Physical Examination
Allergy Tests

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Hip
Knee
X-Rays
Physical Examination

Chatterdale has above average social needs and thrives with interaction with humans and other dogs.

Cairnese has very high social needs and requires regular mental and physical stimulation, a job or purpose, and companionship.

The Chatterdale has low grooming needs and is easy to maintain.

The Cairnese requires an average amount of grooming compared to other breeds.

This breed is sensitive to its environment and best suited for patient and understanding families with a consistent routine.

This breed is sensitive and requires gentle handling and a calm home environment.

Chatterdales are good apartment dogs as long as they get enough exercise and stimulation outside of the apartment.

The Cairnese is a great apartment dog, thriving with sufficient exercise and time outside as part of their daily routine.

Chatterdales have an average level of friendliness towards children.

Cairneses make excellent family pets for kids due to their gentle, protective nature and calm temperament.

Chatterdales are average in their friendliness towards other dogs, and socialization can help.

Cairneses are friendly and active companions, and can be good family pets, though their friendliness towards other dogs may vary.

Chatterdales are averagely friendly around strangers but benefit from early socialisation.

Cairneses are friendly but may bark at strangers, and training is easy due to their intelligence.

Chatterdales have an average level of playfulness, enjoying playtime like most dogs but not excessively so.

Cairneses are very playful, so adopting an older one might be a better option for a more relaxed experience.

Chatterdales may require more time and patience to learn commands, but with consistency, they can be trained.

The Cairnese is highly intelligent and eager to please, making it a great choice for both novice and experienced dog owners due to its easy trainability.