Privacy Policy: Your email address is 100% safe.
We don't spam and hate it as much as you do :-) You can also unsubscribe from our mailing list at any time.
Subscribe to The FREE Scottish Terrier Training Course to learn how you can easily turn your unruly and disobedient Scottie into a loving, friendly companion. Step-by-step tips for puppy housebreaking, dog obedience training and stopping bad behavior.
Sign Up
Sign Up
Scottish Terrier: Origin, Temperament, Training, Exercise (Scottie)
About Scottish Terrier
Country of Origin, History of Scottish Terriers
The Scottish Terriers are one of the highland terriers and are closely related to the Skye Terriers and West Highland White Terriers. They were originally bred to hunt vermins on farms and to hunt badgers and foxes in the Scottish Highlands.
Some paintings as old as the 17th century, have featured dogs that look exactly like the modern day Scottie. It is believed that King James VI of England gifted size such Terriers to the French monarch and that is how the Scottish Terrier gained popularity beyond England.
Towards the end of the 19th century, it was decided to separate the Scottish terriers from the generic little-haired highland terriers. Some breeders developed pure bloodlines and specific breeds. Around this time, they started participating in dog shows.
Around 1890s Scottish Terriers were introduced to America. But the breed gained popularity between World War I and II. Between 1925 - 1930, they were recognized by the AKC.
Scottish Terrier Tools
Breed Selector Tool - is the Scottish Terrier the right breed for you?
Is the Scottish Terrier the right breed for you and your family?
Find out by using our Free Dog Breed Selector Tool
Check Your Scottish Terrier's Learning Style
Are you aware dogs also have a learning style that can greatly affect their ability to housetrain as well as be trained correctly. Evaluate your Scottish Terrier's learning style and personality using our free Learning Style tool so that you are better able to provide him with the proper Scottish Terrier training methods.
Is your Scottish Terrier dominating over you?
Does your Scottish Terrier bark unnecessarily? Does your Scottish Terrier come to you when you call? Download a FREE Report on Dog Dominance for you and your Scottish Terrier and learn how to control your dog.
Do you make these mistakes with your Scottish Terrier?
Are you inadvertently snow-balling bad behavior in your Scottish Terrier? Evaluate your Dog Training Style from our Free Tool and learn how best to deal with your dog.
Scottish Terrier Calorie Calculator
Do you know how many calories your Scottish Terrier needs every day and how many cups of food you should be giving it every day? Click here to use our Scottish Terrier Calorie Calculator.
A General Appearance of the Dog
Scottish Terriers are small, compact, short-legged and sturdy terrier dogs. They have keen, piercing eyes which are typically almond shaped and tall, pointed and erect ears.
Coat:
They are dual coated dogs. They have a hard, wiry, weather-resistant topcoat and a thick undercoat. which is hung between short, heavy legs. The longer coat on the beard, legs and lower body is slightly softer than the body coat.
Color:
Their color can range from black, greyish-black, mix of black and brown and even white.
Height
For both males and females: 25 to 28 cm cm (10 - 11 in)
Weight:
Male: 8.5 to 10 kg
Female: 8 to 9.5 kg
Free Scottish Terrier Training Secrets
Free Course on Scottish Terrier Training & Obedience
Stop All Bad Behavior, Excessive Barking and Biting
Scottish Terrier Personality Traits
Temperament
A sturdy and lovable dog, the Scottish Terrier is dignified yet kind and affectionate. He is playful and patient, but needs early socialization and a strong leader. He should be clearly shown his position in the family, else, will challenge family members.
He doesn’t bark much unless the situation warrants. He can be a good watchdog as he is brave, loyal and alert.
He needs thorough socialization and obedience training while young so he can be handled.
One caution: teach him not to lean on people, especially children as he can easily knock them over simply from wanting to be close.
Some are dog aggressive with same sex dogs.
Are they suited to homes with kids?
Generally, Scottish Terriers are not recommended for small children or kids. However, when properly socialized with children, Scotties happily act as their protector.
Living Condition:
They can live in cities and in apartments as long as they are given proper exercise.
Scottish Terrier Activity Level
Lots of exercise in a well-fenced area or a daily very long walk is necessary. Because of their power and stamina, they can be completely out of sight almost instantly if allowed to run free.
Grooming
The smooth, short coat is easy to groom with once weekly brushing and monthly nail trimming.
Free Scottish Terrier Training Secrets
Free Course on Scottish Terrier Training & Obedience
Stop All Bad Behavior, Excessive Barking and Biting
Health and Care
As with other large and giant
breeds, hip dysplasia, cancer, and bloat are common.
Tumors, heart disease, and tail injuries are frequent.
Do not have him jog with you or jump until he is
over a year old.
Life Expectancy
12 - 15 years
National Breed Clubs
Breed Club: www.gdca.org
Rescue Link:
www.gdca.org/rescue.htm
Group: Terrier Group.
AKC Popularity Ranking: 57
Train Your Scottish Terrier To Listen To You
Get Instant Access to Your Training Now - For Free
Sign up for our Free Scottish Terrier Mini Course to have a housebroken, obedient dog that happily comes to you every time you call.
You'll learn new commands to obedience-train your dog as well as how to housebreak your dog in 6 days or less.
You'll also learn how to eliminate bad habits like barking, nipping or biting, jumping, or pulling on the leash.Here's just s small fraction of what else you'll learn in the course:
How to lead and think like a pack dog - the new psychology.
3 dangerous mistakes that most Scottie owners make when they are trying to potty train their dogs.
The 2 main reasons why your dog barks excessively and how to control its excessive barking.
How to obedience train your Scottish Terrier to permanently end behavioral problems like Jumping, Aggression, Pulling on Leash.
A surprisingly easy way to teach your dog cool new tricks.
How to improve your dog's lifespan and keep it from getting overly heavy with a healthy and nutritious diet.
Getting Pro help fast - how to get access to our expert trainers when you need them most.
One hidden psychological trigger that all Scottish Terriers have... that practically allows you to "analyze" and "control" your dog's every action.
Priority access to the free online seminars conducted by our training experts.
Whereas other dog training related web sites and books offer generic information for dogs in general, ours is the ONLY web site that offers Scottie information specifically, from a renowned panel of experts - because as you probably know, Scotties have their own special training requirements that other dogs don't have.
What Other Dog Owners Say…
Our Free Courses
Dog Obedience TrainingDog Housetraining
Stop Dog Barking
Stop Dog Biting
HomeMade Dog food
Dog Grooming
Adopting A Dog
Read More
PureBred Dog BreedsMixed Dog Breeds
Dog Groups
Training Small Dog Breeds
Training Medium Dog Breeds
Training Large Dog Breeds
Exercising Your Dog
Dog Health
More Articles
Dog Grooming Needs
Our Tribute