Human orientation
Strongly devoted to his family, although he does not always show emotions.
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Scottish terrier
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History of the Scottish Terrier breed
Origin: Great Britain
The breed was formed at the end of the 19th century for the breeding of rodents on Scottish farms, from where it has a compact, strong structure and courage.
Scottish Terrier (Scotch) - a short (25-28 cm, 8.5-10.5 kg) stocky and muscular terrier with a stiff coat and beard. Dignified, attentive and independent, does not always show emotions, but is strongly devoted to his family. A natural fighter who rarely backs down. Therefore, you need to be careful with large dogs when walking.
SizeMala
OriginGreat Britain
Life is nearby
Suitable for living in an apartment and a house if it gets daily walks. A securely fenced yard is required. The hunting instinct can make you chase animals, even in front of cars. Due to its short legs, it does not swim well, so pools and reservoirs are dangerous.
Walks
Moderate About 30 minutes of daily walking on a leash and playing with a ball is ideal. A securely fenced yard is required.
Training
Independent and strong-willed, so training requires patience and consistency. Basic obedience is a must. Walking on a leash is very important, because the scotch does not back down when threatened by larger dogs.
Care
Double coat sheds little. Comb at least twice a week. A haircut or trimming is required every 8-12 weeks. The beard is wiped after eating, the ears and teeth are inspected.
Children
Can adapt to respectable children under the condition of careful introduction. It does not tolerate rough treatment, so children and the dog are always under supervision.
Other animals
The terrier character manifests itself in relation to small animals and other dogs. Early introductions help, but rodents and small animals should not be left unattended.
Peculiarities of the breed
Estimates help compare breeds. For zooaggression, 5/5 means less tendency to aggression towards dogs. The behavior and health of a particular dog depend on many factors.
Training
Independent and strong-willed, needs patience.
Zooaggression
Fighting nature requires caution with other dogs.
Health and reproductive risks
In the British cohort, the median lifespan of the breed was 12.7 years. The absence of the mentioned risk does not prove the absence of hereditary diseases.
Ease of care
Hard wool needs regular combing and trimming.
Health
Breed screening
Breed Screening: Detailed data on hereditary diseases of the Scottish Terrier breed are scarce. Ask the breeder for documentary results of examinations of both parents and current recommendations of the club.
Locomotor apparatus
Musculoskeletal system: the growth, weight and load of the Scottish Terrier breed should correspond to its age. Pain, lameness, or reluctance to move require a veterinary examination.
Eyes and heart
Eyes and heart are checked during routine examinations. The need for individual tests is determined by club recommendations and the dog's age. Do not delay new symptoms, such as blurred vision or shortness of breath, until your next appointment.
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