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 Welsh Toy Fox Terrier 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

Playful
Loving
Independent
Alert
Intelligent
Friendly
Loyal
Spirited

Poodle and Cairn Terrier

Toy Fox Terrier, Welsh Terrier

1990s

Unknown

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 Welsh Toy Fox Terrier can have a litter of 2-6 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.

Welsh Toy Fox Terriers are highly adaptable and versatile, making them excellent companions for families and individuals of all lifestyles.

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

Patellar Luxation
Lens Luxation
Von Willebrand's Disease
Legg-Calve-Perthes Disease

Patellar Luxation
Cataracts
Glaucoma
Von Willebrand's Disease
Hypothyroidism

Demodectic Mange
Cataracts
Allergies
Hypothyroidism
Canine Glaucoma

Eye
Hip
Knee
Blood Test
Thyroid Tests
X-Rays

Hip
X-Rays
Eye Examination
Physical Examination
Allergy Tests
Blood Analysis
DNA for VWD
Heart Testing

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

Welsh Toy Fox Terrier has above average social needs and thrives with interaction with humans and other dogs.

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

Welsh Toy Fox Terriers are active and require sufficient sleep to stay healthy.

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 Welsh Toy Fox Terrier requires an average amount of grooming compared to other breeds.

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

Welsh Toy Fox Terriers make excellent apartment dogs, being fairly active indoors and not requiring a yard.

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

Welsh Toy Fox Terriers have an average level of friendliness towards children.

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

Welsh Toy Fox Terriers are average in their friendliness toward cats and tend to do well with them, especially if raised together.

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

Welsh Toy Fox Terriers are average in their friendliness towards other dogs, and socialization can help.

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

Welsh Toy Fox Terriers are averagely friendly around strangers but benefit from early socialisation.

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

Welsh Toy Fox Terriers are very playful, so adopting an older one might be a better option for a more relaxed experience.