Scottish Terrier
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The Scottish Terrier, also affectionately known as the Scottie, was bred for keeping farms free from rodents and chasing rabbits and foxes down their holes to kill them. Their short-legged build was perfect for this job. Today they are bred more for show and as a companion dog, but Scotties still have lots of prey drive in them.
Scotties are fearless little dogs that are more into thinking than action. They don’t bark much, but are certainly observant and alert about their environment. Their eyes scan the surroundings for any signs of prey or movement that might require investigation. They have an immense prey drive and letting them off lead around possible wildlife is not recommended.
Scottish Terriers are intelligent but willful at times. Their moves and actions are strategic and calculated which makes them seem quite arrogant. They are loyal companions that prefer a single person household. They choose their friends carefully and will be reserved towards strangers and ignore them most of the time.
You aren’t likely to see a Scottish Terrier being playful with other dogs…they seem to prefer being more of a loner.
Scotties have a double coat and require regular grooming to look their most fashionable best.
| Weight: | 8-10 kg |
| Health risk: | Medium |
| Life expectancy: | 12-15 years |
| Coat: | Long |
| Grooming intensity: | High |
| Monthly cost (food): | low |
| Trainability: | Low |
| Activity level: | Medium |
There are many sources to get your Scottish Terrier from. Considering the number of homeless dogs without a future, we strongly encourage you to consider rescuing a dog. Your local shelter or rescue organisation can be a helpful place to start, or try contacting your local or national breed club or a reputable breeder and asking if they have pets available for rehoming. Many rescue organisations have active Facebook pages, which can also be a good place to enquire.
Here are some links that could be useful for finding a Scottish Terrier to adopt:
To help your rescued Scottish Terrier to settle into your home, our Rescue Dog Guide gives you tips and advice on bringing your rescue dog home.
If you decide you’d prefer to get your Scottish Terrier from a breeder, the following guides will help you to find a responsible breeder:
The following organisations will be able to help you find breeders in your state in Australia. They will also be able to connect you with your local breed clubs, which are always a great source of information in regards to finding good breeders and rescue organisations.
