The Cairn Terrier can live up to 15 years. Its shoulder height is between 28 and 31 centimeters and its weight is 6 to 7.5 kilograms.
The Cairn Terrier’s head is densely-haired and small, its size always being in proportion to the rest of its body. The Cairn Terrier’s dark eyes are medium-sized and framed by shaggy eyebrows.
Strong legs and a deep chest give an idea that the Cairn Terrier is a nimble and hard-working dog with a high urge to move.
The Cairn Terrier’s coat is weatherproof and has a thick undercoat. The breed standard allows the colors red, gray, wheaten, cream, and almost black. The Cairn Terrier’s coat may be brindle.
However, completely black or white animals are just as undesirable as specimens with the coat color black with tan.
Below you will find the 15 best Cairn Terrier dog tattoos: