Active
Playful
Loving
Protective
Intelligent
Friendly
Affectionate
Trainable
Good-natured
Quiet
Faithful

Active
Playful
Energetic
Courageous
Intelligent
Friendly
Outgoing
Responsive
Fearless
Assertive
Clever

United States

United States

English Cocker Spaniel, Australian Shepherd

Miniature Pinscher and Cairn Terrier

DRA = Dog Registry of America, Inc.

DBR = Designer Breed Registry
IDCR = International Designer Canine Registry®

Brown

Hazel
Brown

Black

Black

Black
White
Blue
Red

Gray
White

English Cotralians have medium-length coats.

Mini Cairn Pins have short coats.

Straight

Wavy

An English Cotralian can have a litter of 6-9 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 Mini Cairn Pin 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.

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

Mini Cairn Pins are known for their adaptability and can adjust well to different environments and lifestyle changes.

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

Mini Cairn Pins are susceptible to health issues like all breeds, so it's important to monitor their health and seek veterinary care when needed.

Deafness
Cataracts
Canine Hip Dysplasia (Chd)
Progressive Retinal Atrophy (PRA)
Collie Eye Anomaly (CEA)
vonWillebrand’s Disease

Patellar Luxation
Epilepsy
Globoid Cell Leukodystrophy
Hypothyroidism
Portosystemic Shunt
Legg-Calve Perthes Disease
Progressive Retinal Atrophy (PRA)
Cryptorchidism
Craniomandibular Osteopathy (Lion Jaw)

Otitis Externa
Nasal Solar Dermatitis
Patent Ductus Arteriosus
Osteochondritis Dissecans

None

Skin Scraping
Ear Examination
Ophthalmic Exam
Brain Auditory Evoked Response (BAER)
Internal Imaging (x-ray, CT scan, MRI, etc.)
Skin Biopsy
Orthopedic Exam
Thyroid Biopsies
Thyroid Stimulating Hormone (TSH) Levels

Eye Examination
Internal Imaging (x-ray, CT scan, MRI, etc.)
Thyroid Testing
Full Body Physical Examination

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

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

English Cotralians are active and require sufficient sleep to stay healthy.

Mini Cairn Pins sleep less than other breeds but still need adequate sleep for good health.

English Cotralians 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.

Mini Cairn Pins 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 English Cotralian, 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 Mini Cairn Pin, it's at least 4 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

In general most English Cotralians usually need at least 75 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 Mini Cairn Pins usually need at least 30 minutes of exercise daily. This can be spread across the day and include all sorts of high-energy activities, like walking, running and playing.

The English Cotralian requires an average amount of grooming compared to other breeds.

The Mini Cairn Pin has low grooming needs and is easy to maintain.

Pin Brush
Dematter
Comb
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Nail Clipper

For an average 38-45 pound (17 - 20 kg) English Cotralian 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 10-14 pound (5 - 6 kg) Mini Cairn Pin 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.

The average cost of an English Cotralian is somewhere $1.70 - $2.00 per day.

The average cost of a Mini Cairn Pin is somewhere $1.00 - $1.40 per day.

The average per month expenses of an English Cotralian 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.

The average per month expenses of a Mini Cairn Pin is between $28 - $42. This makes an average of $336 - $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.

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

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

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

Mini Cairn Pins are good with kids if socialized and trained from a young age.

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

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

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

Mini Cairn Pins are average in their friendliness towards other dogs, and socialization can help.

The English Cotralian is highly intelligent and eager to please, making it a great choice for both novice and experienced dog owners due to its easy trainability.

Mini Cairn Pins are popular for their ease of training and quick learning ability.