Can a Cairn Terrier Mix With a Chihuahua Be Train?
It is easy to train a Cairn Terrier mix with Chihuahua, but you have to know-how. There are things that breeders do to ensure that when they show a puppy for sale, the potential owner doesn’t get too disappointed. Before purchasing a puppy, ask if the breeder has a veterinarian and if the puppies are tested and come with a C.V. Ask to see the list of medical problems the dog has had in the past. Even though most dogs are very healthy on the outside, there may be health problems that the breeder didn’t let you know about before the sale.
You will also want to learn as much about grooming and exercise as possible because the dog will need both. A Cairn Terrier mix can end up being very heavy and if they don’t get enough exercise, they may chew items or otherwise injure themselves. There is no way to predict what kind of dog you will get, but if you love dogs and enjoy training, this could be a perfect match for you. Letting nature take its course is usually a good idea anyway.
Obedience training will be one of the most important aspects of Cairn Terrier training.
This breed was developed to be a herding dog. Because of this, they tend to bond with their owners, especially with people who are around a lot. If the Cairn Terrier is trained early, it will become a well-behaved dog. Training should be firm but fair, with the owner the boss.
The cost of Cairn Terriers as a mixed breed can be high. For that reason, breeders try to make the dogs as close to the American Kennel Club standards as possible so the cost doesn’t add up too quickly. Ask for a written guarantee from the breeder if you are buying from an unknown source. This way you can find out if the price is reasonable or if you should look elsewhere.
When Cairn Terrier training, you will have to determine whether your goal is to teach the dog basic commands such as sit, stay and heel. You will also have to teach the dog tricks such as fetch or clicker training. These are fairly simple skills to teach but it does take time. When Cairn Terrier training, don’t forget to reward your dog when he or she does something right. This helps your dog to associate good behavior with things such as food treats.
Another possibility for a Cairn Terrier mix with Chihuahua is a Cairn Terrier with a smaller sized dog, one that is neither a purebred or a mix.
These dogs may weigh anywhere from twenty to thirty pounds. They have smaller feet than purebred Cairns and their hair may lack the natural luster of the purebred. They are amiable dogs that make wonderful pets. However, they should be socialized as children do because their owner’s ability to handle these dogs’ emotional need for attention will be tested.
A third possibility for a Cairn Terrier mix with Chihuahua is to get a Cairn Terrier puppy and a Chihuahua mix pup. The puppies may not get along at first because both animals are new to each other. Just ignore the puppy and the Chihuahua and you’ll likely get along with them in no time. When the dogs become accustomed to each other they will bond easily and you’ll have a great companion for many years.
Always remember that training a Cairn Terrier mix with Chihuahua may be a long process. You must show the dog’s patience and kindness, keep the training sessions short and fun and be prepared to give the dogs more than their fair share of attention and love. You may have to alter your routine slightly to give the dog’s variety and not become too dependent on one another. But in the end, these great dogs will make a wonderful team for many years.
Meet Rose Camilla, an expert in the Terrier dog breed and an active writer and publisher. Camilla has been working with Terriers for over 12 years and her passion for them has only grown stronger with time. She has dedicated her life to understanding, training, and writing about Terriers.
