Active
Stubborn
Independent
Energetic
Alert
Courageous
Intelligent
Fearless
Assertive
Cheerful

Loyal
Affectionate

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

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

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

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

United States

United States

Cairn Terrier, Jack Russell Terrier

Dachshund and Cocker Spaniel

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®

Not recognized by any clubs.

Unknown

1999

Brown

Hazel
Brown

Black

Black

Red
Brindle
Black
Gray

Black
Brown
White
Cream

Wavy

Straight

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.

A Docker can have a litter of 12-14 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.

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

Dockers have average adaptability to changes in lifestyle and living environments compared to other breeds.

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

Retinal Dysplasia
Seborrhea
Color Dilution Alopecia
Acanthosis Nigricans

Hip And Eyes
X-Rays
Full Body Examination
Thyroid Testing

X-Rays
MRI
CT Scan
Eye Examination
Skin Evaluation
Ultrasound

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

Dockers are suitable for those with a balanced lifestyle as they have an average energy level.

Jacairns are active and require sufficient sleep to stay healthy.

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

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

The Docker is a vocal breed that frequently barks and howls, and may not be suitable for those seeking a quiet companion.

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

Playing fetch, Wañking, Chase, Fetch, Catch treats, Walk, Tug-of-war, Chasing, Walking, Sniffing, Dog Parks, Cuddling, Bath time, Napping, Running, Hike

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.

Dockers 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 Jacairn, 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 Docker, it's at least 7 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

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

Ideally, Docker should be brushed at least 2 or 3 times a week (preferably daily) improve shedding.

Pin Brush
Slicker Brush
Comb
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Slicker Brush
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.

For an average 25-30 pound (11 - 14 kg) Docker feed 2 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 cost of a Docker is somewhere $2.10 - $2.80 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 average per month expenses of a Docker is between $63 - $84. This makes an average of $756 - $1008 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.

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

Dockers are good apartment dogs as long as they get enough exercise and stimulation outside of the apartment.

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

Dockers have an average level of friendliness towards children.

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

Dockers are not cat friendly.

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

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

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

Dockers are quick to announce strangers and can be standoffish or suspicious.

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

Dockers are a playful breed that needs daily playtime to be happy.