Jacairn Breed Information & Characteristics

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

Active
Stubborn
Independent
Energetic
Alert
Courageous
Intelligent
Fearless
Assertive
Cheerful

Jacairn dogs are heavy shedders, they will lose a significant amount of hair each year. To decrease the amount of shedding, you can regularly brush your Jacairn. This will remove loose hair and keep his coat growing in the same direction.

Jacairns are not the best watchdogs. If you want a guard dog, the Jacairn is not the breed for you. They will 'watch' everything - but that's usually as far as they go.

United States

Cairn Terrier, Jack Russell 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®

Unknown

Brown

Black

Red
Brindle
Black
Gray

The coat of a Jacairn falls in the medium length category.

Wavy

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.

The adaptability of Jacairn dogs is a well-known trait, they are known for being able to adjust well to different living environments and lifestyle changes.

The Jacairn is generally considered to be healthy. However, like all breeds, they are susceptible to certain health issues and it is important to keep an eye out for them and address them with your veterinarian as needed.

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

Hip And Eyes
X-Rays
Full Body Examination
Thyroid Testing

Jacairns are known for their high energy levels, so if you're looking for a more low-key dog, this breed may not be the best choice.

Jacairn have above average social needs compared to other breeds.They thrive in environments where they have a lot of interaction with humans and other dogs.

The Jacairn dog requires a moderate amount of physical activity to maintain a healthy lifestyle. These breeds are ideal for people who have a moderate amount of time to devote to their pet and enjoy regular physical activity themselves. They also make great family pets as they have the energy to keep up with children and the temperament to be great companions.

Jacairns are active dogs that don't require as much sleep as other breeds. However, they still need enough sleep to stay healthy.

Jacairn dogs tends to bark less frequently than most other dogs. They tend to be quieter and less vocal than other breeds. They may only bark when necessary, such as to alert their owner of something or to communicate something. They do not bark excessively, and may not bark as much as other dogs in certain situations, such as when they are left alone.

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

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 Jacairn, it's at least 9 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

In general most Jacairns usually need at least 60 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 Jacairn is a breed of dog that requires an average amount of grooming effort.

Jacairn should be brushed at least once a week. Of course you can give them more frequent brushes if you find that they are still shedding a lot

Pin Brush
Slicker Brush
Comb
Nail Clipper

For an average 12-15 pound (5 - 7 kg) Jacairn 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.

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

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.

The Jacairn breed is considered very intelligent and easy to train.

This dog breed is more sensitive than others and easily overwhelmed by new surroundings and people. They need gentle handling and a calm, stable home environment with positive reinforcement training.

It's not recommended to keep the Jacairn in an apartment, but this breed make good apartment dogs as long as they get to spend a good amount of time outside of the apartment. Jacairns living in apartments will need plenty of physical exercise and stimulation throughout the day to remain happy and well-behaved.

Jacairns are kid-friendly dogs. They are good with children and excellent dogs with children if they are socialized and trained at a young age.

Jacairns are an average cat friendly dog. They do well with cats, even more if raised together from puppyhood,

Jacairns are friendly, active and loyal companions. They generally love to be around other dogs, making them a good family pet for some,

Jacairns are average friendly around strangers. They can be wary around strangers and a little standoffish. Early socialisation is key.

Jacairns are known to be highly playful dog. So if you're not up for all that, think about adopting a slightly older Jacairn for a mellower experience.

Jacairn dogs are known for their ease of training and ability to learn quickly, making them a popular choice for pet owners and trainers alike.