Unfortunately, the Shinese is not hypoallergenic, making it not a good choice for a dog lover who suffers from pet allergies.

While no dogs are truly 100% hypoallergenic, Cairneses are about as close as it gets, making them an ideal pet if you are an allergy sufferer.

Active
Playful
Stubborn
Happy
Courageous
Intelligent
Friendly
Outgoing
Affectionate
Lively
Gentle
Aggressive
Good-natured
Opinionated

Active
Playful
Courageous
Intelligent
Responsive
Affectionate
Lively
Gentle
Fearless
Companionable
Assertive
Sturdy
Amiable
Charming

Avoid Shineses as watchdogs - they're not effective.

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

Shih Tzu, Pekingese

Havanese, Cairn Terrier

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®

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

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1990s

A Shinese can have a litter of 2-5 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 Cairnese 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.

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

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

Shineses 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 Cairnese breed is generally healthy, occasional vet check-ups are still necessary to address any health concerns.

Entropion
Skin Fold Dermatitis
Brachycephalic Syndrome
Exposure Keratopathy Syndrome
Pateller Luxation
Invertebral Disc Disease
Eye Conditions

Hip Dysplasia

Otitis Externa
KCS
Urolithiasis
Hydrocephalus
Eye Disease
Mitral Valve Disease
Cleft Lift or Palate

Patellar Luxation
Cataracts
Glaucoma

Eye
Knee
Heart
Skeletal
Respiratory Tests
X-ray imaging
Complete Physical Examination
Blood and Urine Protein Screens

Eye
Hip
Knee
X-Rays
Physical Examination

Shineses have low energy levels, ideal for a relaxed lifestyle.

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

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

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

Shineses need only a small amount of physical activity, ideal for busy or elderly people or those with limited space.

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

Shineses are known for their relaxed and calm nature and enjoy long periods of sleep.

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

Shineses bark moderately when necessary and may also bark due to certain triggers like fear, alarm, boredom, greeting, separation anxiety and compulsive barking.

Cairnese dogs are generally less vocal than other breeds and only bark when necessary, such as to alert their owner or communicate.

Shineses have high grooming needs, requiring regular trims and professional grooming assistance to keep their coat healthy.

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

Shinese has below average obedience intelligence, but they excel in understanding human emotions.

Cairneses are average in obedience intelligence but have a high IQ and may cause trouble if left unsupervised.

Shineses have average emotions and adapt well to different situations.

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

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

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

Shineses are not the best choice for families with kids.

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

Shineses are very friendly with cats and make great companions for them.

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

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

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

Shineses are not known for being a highly playful breed.

Cairneses are very playful, so adopting an older one might be a better option for a more relaxed experience.

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

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