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 Great Dane 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

Friendly
Devoted
Gentle
Reserved
Confident
Intelligent
Loving

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

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

Cairn Terrier, Silky Terrier

Wolfhound, Old English Mastiff, Greyhound

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

American Canine Registry
American Kennel Club
America's Pet Registry
Canadian Kennel Club
Dog Registry of America Inc.
Federation Cynologique Internationale
Kennel Club of Great Britain
North American Purebred Registry, Inc.
American Canine Association, Inc.
Australian National Kennel Council
Continental Kennel Club
National Kennel Club
New Zealand Kennel Club
United Kennel Club
Canadian Canine Registry

Unknown

3000 BC

Hazel
Brown

Brown

Black

Blue
Black

Black
Brown
Cream
Fawn
Gray
Blue
White
Silver
Brindle

Brindle
Sable
Blue
Fawn
Black
Brown
Red

Silky Cairns have medium-length coats.

Great Danes have short coats.

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 Great Dane can have a litter of 7-10 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.

While the Silky Cairn breed is generally healthy, occasional vet check-ups are still necessary to address any health concerns.

Great Danes typically have low vet costs due to their good health, but it's important to monitor their health and seek vet care when necessary.

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

Entropion
Gastric Torsion
Cardiomyopathy
Hip Dysplasia

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

Myotonia

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

Cardiac
Eye
Hip
Blood
X-Rays
Physical Examination

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

Great Dane 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.

Great Danes are active and require sufficient sleep to stay healthy.

Road trip, Dog Parks, Hikes

Walking, Petting, Eating Snacks, Walk, Nap, Sniffing around, Play keep away, Fetch, Chasing Cats, Running, Treats, Play, Smelling, Exploring, Walks, Sniffing, Playing, Kisses, Jumping, Run, Catch treats, Tug-of-war, Wrestling, Dog Parks, Hiking, Waking, Tug of war, Fetching

Silky Cairns 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 Great Dane is a low-maintenance breed that doesn't require much grooming.

Pin Brush
Comb
Scissors
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Slicker Brush
Nail Clipper

For an average 9-10 pound (4 - 5 kg) Silky Cairn feed 1 cups daily. But, keep in mind, the amount you feed is going to be dependent on the quality of the food you are feeding.

For an average 120-175 pound (54 - 79 kg) Great Dane feed 3.5 cups daily. But, keep in mind, the amount you feed is going to be dependent on the quality of the food you are feeding.

The average cost of a Silky Cairn is somewhere $1.10 - $1.40 per day.

The average cost of a Great Dane is somewhere $3.90 - $4.20 per day.

The average per month expenses of a Silky Cairn is between $35 - $42. This makes an average of $420 - $504 per year. It will be on the higher side when the dog is still small because it will need more frequent visits to the vet, shots.

The average per month expenses of a Great Dane is between $116 - $126. This makes an average of $1392 - $1512 per year. It will be on the higher side when the dog is still small because it will need more frequent visits to the vet, shots.

This breed is sensitive and requires gentle handling and a calm home environment.

This breed is sensitive to its environment and best suited for patient and understanding families with a consistent routine.

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

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

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

Great Danes are not known for being a highly playful breed.

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

Great Danes are usually easy to train but require consistency to fully obey commands.