Scottish Terrier
AKA: Aberdeen Terrier, Scotty dog
Description: The Scottish Terrier is a small, compact, short-legged, sturdily-built dog of good bone and substance. Their head is long in proportion to its size. They have a hard, wiry, weather-resistant coat and a thick-set, cobby body which is hung between short, heavy legs.
They have dark almond-shaped eyes and neck that is moderately short, strong, thick and muscular, blending smoothly into well laid back shoulders. It must never be so short as to appear clumsy. The body is moderately short with ribs extending well back into a short, strong loin, deep flanks and very muscular hindquarters. The thighs are very muscular and powerful for its size with the stifles well bent and the legs straight from hock to heel. Hocks are well let down and parallel to each other.
Temperament: The Scottish dog is alert and spirited but also stable and steady-going. A determined and thoughtful dog whose “heads up, tails up” attitude in the ring should convey both fire and control. The Scottish Terrier, is very loving and gentle with people but also can be aggressive with other dogs. They are charming and full of character. They posses an unusual variable behavior and has mood swings. They could sometimes be stubborn so they should be handled in a gentle, and firm way as early as possible or they might dominate the household. Never attempt to jit them and do not play aggressive game with them. They love to play ball games. They are also lively and intelligent easy to train. And has a reliable temperament. But they will only be attached to one or two people and has no interest in anyone outside its own human family. Like other breeds, they can also be a good watchdog that could bark to some strangers. He is not particularly sociable around strangers, and tends to be wary around them, which adds to his watchdog abilities.
Activity: This breed is also good for apartment living and only moderately active indoors. They needed a daily walk and play around that would be a best form of exercise for them. Because dogs who lack daily walks would display behavior problems and it would be okay for them without a yard.
Grooming: Brushing regularly of their harsh wiry coat would be best for them. They shed little to no hair. But should be taken an extra care when they shed. Bathe or dry shampoo when necessary. And they should be trimmed twice a year only the hair on its face should be lightly trimmed and hair on their body be left long like a skirt.
Health Problems: Their life span is around 12-14 years. They are a healthy breed in general. So they only have a few health issues to worry about : thyroid problems, cancer, allergies, luxating patella, and seizures.
Breed Group: Terrier, AKC Terrier
Color: sand, black, wheaten, brindle, grizzle, or gray.
Height: 10-11 inches (25-28 kg.)
Weight: 19-23 pounds (8½-10½kg.)
Country Of Origin: Scotland
Dynamics: Independent, quiet, cheerful, extremely devoted to its family, courageous and highly intelligent also moderately energetic.
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