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Why do Cairn terriers love to dig?

Updated: 4/28/2022
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This is because Cairn Terriers were originally bred to kill vermin, where it needed to dig deep into the ground. As a result, Cairn Terriers still have this instinct today.
Note that there are always exception, not every Carin Terrier enjoys digging.

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