Confident
Intelligent
Reliable
Friendly
Kind
Trustworthy

Active
Stubborn
Independent
Energetic
Alert
Courageous
Intelligent
Fearless
Assertive
Cheerful

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

Jacairns are heavy shedders, but regular brushing can help manage shedding and promote a healthy coat.

Golden Retrievers are decent watchdogs - they'll alert their owner if something seems amiss.

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

Retriever

Cairn Terrier, Jack Russell Terrier

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

ACHC = American Canine Hybrid Club
DBR = Designer Breed Registry
DDKC = Designer Dogs Kennel Club
DRA = Dog Registry of America, Inc.
IDCR = International Designer Canine Registry®

1800s

Unknown

Brown

Brown

Black

Black

Fawn
Cream

Red
Brindle
Black
Gray

Golden Retrievers have longer coats compared to most dogs.

Jacairns have medium-length coats.

Straight

Wavy

A Golden Retriever 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.

A Jacairn 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.

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

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

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

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

Elbow Dysplasia
Cataract
Hip Dysplasia

Patellar Luxation
Glaucoma
Lens Luxation
Hypothyroidism
Legg-Calve Perthes Disease
Cryptorchidism
Craniomandibular Osteopathy (Lion Jaw)

Cardiac
Eye
Hip
Elbow
Blood
Dna Test For Vwd
X-Rays
Physical Examination

Hip And Eyes
X-Rays
Full Body Examination
Thyroid Testing

Golden Retrievers thrive on an active lifestyle due to their high-energy nature.

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

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

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

Golden Retrievers need high physical activity and are ideal for active individuals, but not suitable for sedentary lifestyles or small apartments.

Jacairns need moderate physical activity and are great for families and active individuals.

Hike, Swim, Run, Running, Jumping, Fetch, Sniffing, Walking, Kisses, Being pet, Go to Park, Walk, Play, Bath time, Ball, Playing, Petting, Digging, Chewing, Sticks, Belly rubs, Cuddling, Hugs, Dog Parks, Eating Snacks, Playdate, Tug-of-war, Exploring, Walks, Walkin

Park, Fetch, Walking, Watching tv, Relaxing, Playdate, Teasing, Cuddling, Playing, Run

Golden Retrievers are medium-energy dogs and typically enjoy socializing and playing casual or even sustained games of chase with other dogs. They may also have occasional periods of barking or racing around the house.

Jacairns are high-energy dogs. They need mental as well as physical exercise. These dogs require a lot of your involvement and without it they can, and will, become problematic dogs.

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Golden Retriever, it's at least 12 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 Jacairn, it's at least 9 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

Pin Brush
Dematter
Deshedder
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Slicker Brush
Comb
Nail Clipper

The average cost of a Golden Retriever is somewhere $2.80 - $3.20 per day.

The average cost of a Jacairn is somewhere $1.70 - $2.00 per day.

The average per month expenses of a Golden Retriever is between $84 - $95. This makes an average of $1008 - $1140 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 Jacairn is between $48 - $63. This makes an average of $576 - $756 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.

Golden Retriever is highly intelligent and very trainable.

Jacairn is a very intelligent and trainable breed.

Golden Retrievers have average emotions and adapt well to different situations.

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

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

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

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

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

Golden Retrievers are generally very friendly towards other dogs, with a happy and affectionate temperament.

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

Golden Retrievers are highly friendly around strangers.

Jacairns are averagely friendly around strangers but benefit from early socialisation.