how long do terriers live
Life Span: 12 to 15 years. 1  If you've seen the movie The Wizard of Oz, you've seen one of the most famous Cairn Terriers ever. The dog who played Toto in the film was a female Cairn named Terry. 2  Highlights The Cairn is a Terrier, which means his natural instincts are to bark, dig, and chase.