Scottish Terrier
Also called Aberdeen Terrier and Scottie
- Apartment friendly
The Scottish Terrier is a small, sturdy breed with a wiry coat and a distinctive beard. It is known for its independent and intelligent nature.
- Weight
- 18–22 lb (8–10 kg)
- Height at the shoulder
- 10 in (25 cm)
- Life span
- 12–15 years
- Exercise
- About 40 minutes a day
- Coat
- Short, Wire
- Origin
- Scottish Highlands, Scotland (19th century)
Traits
Family and friends
- Children: OK with children
- Other dogs: Wary of other dogs
- Strangers: Reserved with strangers
Home and activity
- Energy: Moderately active
- Apartment living: Good in an apartment
- Barking: Barks sometimes
- Training: Fairly easy to train
Care
- Grooming: Frequent grooming
- Shedding: Sheds a little
- Drooling: Hardly drools
Temperament
Alert
Confident
Dignified
Feisty
Independent
Loyal
Coat colours
Black, brindle and wheaten
Males and females
| Measure | Males | Females |
|---|---|---|
| Weight | 20–22 lb (9–10 kg) | 18–22 lb (8–10 kg) |
| Height | 10 in (25 cm) | 10 in (25 cm) |
Recognized by
American Kennel Club (AKC), Australian National Kennel Council (ANKC), Canadian Kennel Club (CKC), Fédération Cynologique Internationale (FCI), The Kennel Club (UK) (KC), New Zealand Kennel Club (NZKC) and United Kennel Club (UKC)
Caring for a Scottish Terrier
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Breeds of a similar size
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Sources
- Official Standard of the Scottish Terrier - AKC (opens in a new tab)
- Scottish Terrier | Origin, History, Personality & Care Needs | Nylabone (opens in a new tab)
- Scottish Terrier (Scottie) Characteristics, Temperament & Grooming - Cuteness (opens in a new tab)
- Scottish Terrier Guide - Breed Personality & Health | Canna-Pet (opens in a new tab)
Breed details from The Dog API (opens in a new tab).