Active
Playful
Stubborn
Courageous
Intelligent
Devoted
Lively
Fearless
Assertive
Clever

Calm
Selfish
Controlled
Outright
Tempered
Independent

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

Pudelpointers shed very little hair, making them a great choice for those who dislike excess hair in the house.

United States

Germany

Cairn Terrier, Dachshund

Poodle, English Pointer

Unknown

1800s

Brown

Hazel
Brown
Amber

Black

Black
Brown

Red
Cream
Black

Black
Brown

Wiry

Straight

A Doxie Cairn can have a litter of 4-8 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 Pudelpointer can have a litter of 9-11 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.

Elbow Dysplasia
Progressive Retinal Atrophy
Cataracts
Legg-Calve-Perthes Disease
Mitral Valve Dysplasia
Intervertebral Disc Disease (IVDD)

Mono/Bilateral Cryptorchidism

Glaucoma
Diabetes
Portosystemic Shunt
Cryptorchidism
Atopy
Retained Testicle

Entropion
Ectropion

X-Rays
Eye Examination
Electrocardiogram
Urinalysis
Complete Blood Count
Biochemical Profile Tests
Allergy Testing
Skin Scrape
Abdominal Ultrasound

Eye examination

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

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

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

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

Walk, Catch treats, Tug-of-war, Nap, Fetch, Heel, Off-leash, Shake, Walking

Hunt, Hiking, Kayaking, Hunting

Doxie Cairns 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.

Pudelpointers 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.

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Doxie Cairn, it's at least 9 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 Pudelpointer, it's at least 10 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

The Doxie Cairn requires an average amount of grooming compared to other breeds.

The Pudelpointer has low grooming needs and is easy to maintain.

Pin Brush
Comb
Clipper
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Slicker Brush
Comb
Nail Clipper

For an average 16-32 pound (7 - 15 kg) Doxie Cairn feed 3 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 44-66 pound (20 - 30 kg) Pudelpointer feed 2.1 cups daily. But, keep in mind, the amount you feed is going to be dependent on the quality of the food you are feeding.

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

Pudelpointers have average emotions and adapt well to different situations.

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

Pudelpointers can do well in apartments with enough exercise and time outside, but a small yard would be ideal.

Doxie Cairns have an average level of friendliness towards children.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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