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

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

Active
Alert
Courageous
Intelligent
Friendly
Responsive
Quick
Joyful
Inquisitive
Fearless
Assertive

Playful
Loving
Alert
Intelligent
Friendly
Responsive
Affectionate
Loyal
Lively
Going
Social
Cheerful

Silky Cairns are low shedding dogs, requiring minimal coat care.

Copicas are moderate shedders, but regular brushing can reduce shedding and maintain coat health.

Cairn Terrier, Silky Terrier

Corgi and Cockapoo

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

DRA = Dog Registry of America, Inc.

Hazel
Brown

Brown

Black

Black

Black
Brown
Cream
Fawn
Gray
Blue
White
Silver
Brindle

Black
White
Fawn

A Silky Cairn 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 Copica can have a litter of 4-6 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.

Silky Cairns have average adaptability to changes in lifestyle and living environments compared to other breeds.

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

Legg-Calve-Perthes Disease
Mitral Valve Dysplasia
Craniomandibular Osteopathy (Lion Jaw)

Intervertebral Disc Disease
Congenital Heart Defect

Patellar Luxation
Cataracts
Glaucoma
Hemophilia
Pyruvate Kinase (PK) Deficiency
Atopy

Epilepsy

Eye Examinations
Blood Tests
X-rays or other radiographic imaging
Electrocardiograph (ECG - measures rate and rhythm)

X-Rays
Physical Examination
Neurological Examination
Angiocardiogram

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

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

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

Copicas have moderate energy levels and typical sleep patterns of 12-14 hours per day.

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Silky Cairn, it's at least 10 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Copica, it's at least 6 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

In general most Silky Cairns usually need at least 60 minutes of exercise daily. This can be spread across the day and include all sorts of high-energy activities, like walking, running and playing.

In general most Copicas usually need at least 40 minutes of exercise daily. This can be spread across the day and include all sorts of high-energy activities, like walking, running and playing.

Silky Cairn should be brushed at least once a week. Of course you can give them more frequent brushes if you find that they are still shedding a lot

Ideally, Copica should be brushed at least 2 or 3 times a week (preferably daily) improve shedding.

Pin Brush
Comb
Scissors
Nail Clipper

Slicker Brush
Comb
Nail Clipper

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

Copicas make excellent apartment dogs, being fairly active indoors and not requiring a yard.

Silky Cairns are good with kids if socialized and trained from a young age.

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

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

Copicas are very friendly with cats and make great companions for them.

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

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

Silky Cairns are averagely friendly around strangers but benefit from early socialisation.

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