Playful
Dignified
Confident
Friendly
Affectionate
Patient
Loyal
Devoted
Gentle
Strong
Willed
Fearless

Active
Stubborn
Independent
Energetic
Alert
Courageous
Intelligent
Fearless
Assertive
Cheerful

Malaneess shed a lot of hair each year, so frequent brushing is essential for reducing shedding and maintaining coat health.

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

United States

United States

Great Pyrenees, Alaskan Malamute

Cairn Terrier, Jack Russell Terrier

2000's

Unknown

Blue
Hazel
Brown
Amber

Brown

Black

Black

Black
Gray
Brown
Red
Silver
White

Red
Brindle
Black
Gray

Malaneess are known for their coat length.

Jacairns have medium-length coats.

Straight

Wavy

A Malanees can have a litter of 4-10 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 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.

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

Hip Dysplasia
Osteochondrodysplasia

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

Elbow
Hip X-Rays
Dna For Pra
Eye Examinations
Blood Analysis
Hearing and Ear Tests

Hip And Eyes
X-Rays
Full Body Examination
Thyroid Testing

Nap, Tug-of-war, Swim, Groom, Go Camping, Walk, Walking, Car rides, Cuddle, Snuggles, Sleeping, Fetch, Running, Teaching tricks, Teaching new, T, Dog tricks, High Five, Playing, Run, Wrestle, Tug, Play Fight, Play keep away, Play, Belly rubs

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

Malaneess 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.

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 Malanees, it's at least 17 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 Jacairn, it's at least 9 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

In general most Malaneess usually need at least 90 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 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.

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

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
Comb
Deshedder
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Slicker Brush
Comb
Nail Clipper

For an average 85-100 pound (39 - 45 kg) Malanees feed 4 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 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 Malanees is somewhere $2.80 - $4.20 per day.

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

The average per month expenses of a Malanees is between $112 - $126. This makes an average of $1344 - $1512 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 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.

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

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

Malaneess have an average level of playfulness, enjoying playtime like most dogs but not excessively so.

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