Playful
Dignified
Energetic
Sensitive
Intelligent
Confident
Friendly
Loyal
Strong
Willed
Fearless
Brave
Bright
Mischievous

Active
Playful
Energetic
Courageous
Intelligent
Friendly
Outgoing
Responsive
Fearless
Assertive
Clever

Rhodesian Boxers are low shedding dogs, requiring minimal coat care.

Mini Cairn Pins are moderate shedders, but regular brushing can reduce shedding and maintain coat health.

United States

United States

Rhodesian Ridgeback and Boxer

Miniature Pinscher and Cairn Terrier

Brown
Amber

Hazel
Brown

Black

Black

Brindle
Red
Fawn
Black
Sable
White

Gray
White

Rhodesian Boxers have medium-length coats.

Mini Cairn Pins have short coats.

Straight

Wavy

While the Rhodesian Boxer 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.

Dermoid Sinus
Hip And Elbow Dysplasia
Hypothyroidism
Corneal Ulcer
Congenital Heart Disease
Gastric Dilation Volvulus (GDV) or Bloat

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

Ear Infections
Entropion
Allergies
Skin Allergies

None

X-ray imaging
Urinalysis
Optical Examination
Full Blood Work
Ear Tests and Myringotomy Tests
Full Chemistry Panel Tests and Blood Count
Ophthalmological Examination
Diagnostic Imaging
Full Body Physical Examination
Skin Scraping Test for Allergies

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

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Rhodesian Boxer, 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 Mini Cairn Pin, it's at least 4 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

In general most Rhodesian Boxers 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.

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 Rhodesian Boxer is a low-maintenance breed that doesn't require much grooming.

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

Rhodesian Boxer 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, Mini Cairn Pin should be brushed at least 2 or 3 times a week (preferably daily) improve shedding.

Pin Brush
Slicker Brush
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Nail Clipper

For an average 65-80 pound (29 - 36 kg) Rhodesian Boxer feed 2.5 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 a Rhodesian Boxer is somewhere $2.10 - $2.80 per day.

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

The average per month expenses of a Rhodesian Boxer is between $52 - $70. This makes an average of $624 - $840 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.

Rhodesian Boxers 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.

Rhodesian Boxers are less friendly towards other dogs, but can improve with socialization.

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

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

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

Rhodesian Boxers are usually easy to train but require consistency to fully obey commands.

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