The bearded “Scottie” was one of a rugged group of Terrier used to hunt vermin in the Highlands of Scotland; Like other terriers, the Scottish Terrier is a fast, strong breed that excelled at pursuing prey.
The Scottish Terrier has enjoyed great popularity over the years, with admirers such as King James Vi and President Theodore Roosevelt, and ex-president George W. Bush.
This solid, quiet, and even dour dog has always been more popular in North America than in Great Britain; The American president Franklin Delano Roosevelt often travelled with his Scottie, Fala, and Walt Disney perpetuated the gentlemanly image of this breed in his film “Lady and the Tramp”.
Primarily a companion, the Scottish Terrier is reserved and a little aloof, and makes an excellent guardian.
Size:
Small: 10 inches; Females: 18 to 21 pounds; Males: 19 to 22 pounds.
Color: Steel or iron grey, brindled or grizzled, black, wheaten or sandy, red brindle, black brindle.
Temperament:
Alert, ready for adventure; loving, gentle with family; best with children over 5); friendly but reserved with strangers; can be aggressive with other dogs.
Energy level:
High.
Best owner:
Active owner with training experience.
Needs:
Daily exercise (moderate walk, vigorous game), leash, fenced yard, obedience training; Regular brushing and shaping.
Life expectancy:
12 to 14 years.
