Scottish Terrier
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- Dog Breed Group
- Terrier Dogs
- Origin of Breed
- Scotland, vermin hunter.
- Life Expectancy
- 12 - 14 Years
- Color
- Black, wheaten or brindle of any shade
- Coat
- Sharp, dense and wiry with a short, dense, soft undercoat.
- Exercise Needs
- Can obtain his exercise from a reasonable sized fenced-in yard.
- Temperament
- The Scottish Terrier is active, assertive and loyal. He makes an excellent watchdog, but can be stubborn.
- Good with Children
- Good with school aged children. Good with other pets, but needs early socialization.
- Grooming Needs
- Regular brushing, extra care during molting. Bathe or dry shampoo as necessary. Professionally trim his coat twice a year.
- Average Size - Male (in)
- 10
- Average Size - Female (in)
- 10
- Average Weight - Male (lbs)
- 19 - 22
- Average Weight - Female (lbs)
- 18 - 21
- Health Issues
- Sensitive to fleas, skin problemsv
- Living Conditions
- An apartment is adequate if sufficient exercise is given.
Breed Description
Known as the "Scottie", the Scottish Terrier has a compact, strong body; short legs, pricked ears and naturally erect tail. He tends to be a one or two person dog and does his best as a pampered pet. While a little stubborn, he still makes a loyal pet if given the change to survey the scene before committing himself. A very good watchdog, but he needs to be keep secured as he has a tendency to wander. Originally known as the Aberdeeen Terrier after the Scottish city, he was originally bred with the purpose of dispelling vermin. The Scottish Terrier is the best known and possibly oldest of the Highland terriers.