Scottish Terrier Fact File
Original Function: Bred to go to ground in the Scottish Highlands along with the Dandie Dinmont, Cairn and West Highland White Terriers
Modern Function: Friend and companion
Appearance: Shortlegged, cobby dog of great power.
Weight/Height: 25 to 28cm; 8-10 kg
Coat Colours/Texture: Black, Wheaten, Brindle of any shade (except white). Wheaten thought to have been the original colour. Close-lying double coat, undercoat short, dense and soft, outer coat harsh, dense and wiry, together making a weather-resisting covering.
Grooming: Grows a thick and profuse coat and this requires regular care and attention to maintain it in good order.
Character/Temperament: Bold but never aggressive. Lovable, charming with loads of character. Can be aloof.
Compatibility with other animals/cats: They need to be well socialized and carefully integrated as with the majority of Terriers. Bred to go to ground, may see cats and other animals as fair game. Firm handling and training needed here.
Compatibility with people/children: To settle happily with children they should be raised together. Not the ideal dog for very small children.
Indoors/Outdoors: Indoors primarily, but enjoys outdoors for exercise.
Exercise/Training: Can be stubborn, will need firm but gentle handling from an early age. They have been successful in obedience. Scotties are active and like to go for walks – need regular exercise.
Longevity/Health: Up to 15 years. Sometimes vonWillebrands Disease, Scottie Cramp, Cerebellar Abiotrophy, Craniomandibular Osteopathy, Liver Shunts.
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