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

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

Active
Alert
Courageous
Intelligent
Trainable
Fearless
Assertive
Faithful
Instinctual

Alert
Fearless
Protective
Devoted
Good-natured
Selfish
Confidence

Cairnoodles are low shedding dogs, requiring minimal coat care.

Greater Swiss Mountains shed very little hair, making them a great choice for those who dislike excess hair in the house.

Cairnoodles aren't great guard dogs; they tend to just watch without taking action.

Choose a Greater Swiss Mountain if you want a top-notch watchdog. This breed takes guarding seriously, and may not require much training, though obedience or guard dog training can improve their skills.

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Poodle and Cairn Terrier

Roman Mastiff

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A Cairnoodle 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.

A Greater Swiss Mountain can have a litter of 10-12 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.

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

Greater Swiss Mountains have average adaptability to changes in lifestyle and living environments compared to other breeds.

Hip Dysplasia
Bloat
Addison's Disease
Legg-Calve-Perthes Disease

Gastric Torsion
Hip And Elbow Dysplasia
Osteochondritis Dissecans

Patellar Luxation
Cataracts
Glaucoma
Von Willebrand's Disease
Hypothyroidism

Distichiasis

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Hip
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Thyroid Tests
X-Rays

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Hip
Elbow
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Physical Examination

Cairnoodles' high energy levels make them unsuitable for a low-key dog, choose accordingly.

Greater Swiss Mountains thrive on an active lifestyle due to their high-energy nature.

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

Greater Swiss Mountain has above average social needs and thrives with interaction with humans and other dogs.

Cairnoodles need only a small amount of physical activity, ideal for busy or elderly people or those with limited space.

Greater Swiss Mountains need moderate physical activity and are great for families and active individuals.

Cairnoodles sleep less than other breeds but still need adequate sleep for good health.

Greater Swiss Mountains are active and require sufficient sleep to stay healthy.

Playing, Following me, Running, Going on drives, Cuddling, Eating Snacks

Eating Snacks, Rough Housing, Play, Nap, Sniffing, Walk, Hike, Training, Tug-of-war, Case

Cairnoodles require significant grooming, including regular trims and professional grooming assistance to maintain their coat. They may also require frequent bathing to keep their coat and skin healthy.

The Greater Swiss Mountain is a low-maintenance breed that doesn't require much grooming.

Cairnoodle is a very intelligent and trainable breed.

Greater Swiss Mountain has below average obedience intelligence, but they excel in understanding human emotions.

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

Greater Swiss Mountains can do well in apartments with enough exercise and time outside, but a small yard would be ideal.

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

Greater Swiss Mountains are good with kids if socialized and trained from a young age.

Cairnoodles are good with cats, but early training is needed to prevent chasing behavior.

Greater Swiss Mountains are average in their friendliness toward cats and tend to do well with them, especially if raised together.

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

Greater Swiss Mountains are averagely friendly around strangers but benefit from early socialisation.

Cairnoodles are a playful breed that needs daily playtime to be happy.

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

Cairnoodles are popular for their ease of training and quick learning ability.

Greater Swiss Mountains are usually easy to train but require consistency to fully obey commands.