Cairn Terrier
VS
Large Münsterländer
Cairn Terrier vs Large Münsterländer
Compare Cairn Terrier and Large Münsterländer side by side and get a clear picture of what sets the breeds apart. Explore differences in size, weight, temperament, activity level, and other key traits to more easily decide which breed best fits your lifestyle and circumstances.
Characteristic
Cairn Terrier
Large Münsterländer
Breed type
Purebred
Purebred
Height
28 – 31 cm
58 – 65 cm
Weight
7 – 8 kg
29 – 30 kg
Life expectancy
12 – 17 years
12 – 13 years
Child friendly
5/5
4/5
Energy level
3/5
3/5
Intelligence
3/5
4/5
Trainability
4/5
4/5
Health
4/5
4/5
Grooming needs
4/5
4/5
Shedding
1/5
3/5
Barking level
4/5
2/5
Aggressiveness
2/5
3/5
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Characteristics
Cairn Terrier
Great with kids
Easy to train
Small
Large Münsterländer
Great with kids
Super smart
Quiet
Easy to train
Large
Summary
About Cairn Terrier
Small, sturdy Scottish terrier bred to hunt among rocky cairns. Around 28–31 cm tall with a harsh, weatherproof double coat needing regular stripping and brushing. Bold, curious, affectionate, and vocal; enjoys daily walks, mental stimulation, and active family life. Generally hardy and long-lived.
About Large Münsterländer
Medium–large, athletic German gundog with a distinctive black‑and‑white, ticked coat. Intelligent, people‑oriented and affectionate, yet independent with strong hunting and prey drive. Needs experienced, active owners, plenty of daily exercise, training and mental stimulation to stay content.
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