Originally from Scotland, the Scottish terrier is a small breed of dog that's famous for being unusually hairy and turbulent. As fanciers put it, this breed is rather unique in physical profile and very typical as a terrier. Other nicknames for this breed are Aberdeen Terrier, Scottie if it's a male, and Aggie or Abbie if it's a female.
The Scottie, along with the Cairn, Dandie Dinmont, West Highland White and Skye terriers, is one of the first and original terriers of Scotland. In 19th century, this breed has been fondly called the little diehard, in the instigation of the Earl of Dumbarton, which was said to own a pack of Scotties. This moniker gave way to the term Dumbarton Diehards in reference to the Scottish Royal Scouts.
Today, the Scottish terrier is ubiquitous as it is often seen in the arms of many people, famous and infamous alike. In appearance, this little breed shows off a small yet muscular and hardy body. It has a barrel of a chest and long head as opposed to its tiny frame.
The legs of this breed are short and sturdy and its paws are made for digging. The eyes are small, almond-shaped, and in colors of black or dark brown. The coat is wiry, shaggy and low to the ground while being distinctly long on the beard, eyebrows, legs and lower body.
This breed is double-coated and that the outer coat is hard, long and wiry while the inner coat is soft and dense. It usually comes in color black, dark grey, or brindle. A wheaten Scottie also exists and it is mostly mistaken for a West Highland White terrier.
The personality of this breed is always described as stubborn but loving and protective. Usually, training can be quite difficult but patience, and firm and positive reinforcements will go a long way. Socialization at an early age is very important for the Scottie as it tends to be aloof and reserved towards strangers and other dogs during adulthood.
Inside the house, this breed can be quite turbulent as it loves to be active yet it can also be sensitive, loyal and affectionate to the family. Usually, this dog will only attach itself to one or two people within the home but it makes a good watchdog for the household since it barks whenever a stranger is approaching. Also, although small, the Scottie is fast, active and alert and needs daily exercise to remain in tiptop condition.
The Scottie was originally developed to dig, flush out and chase vermin such as rats and other small creatures like squirrels and rodents. Today, the Scottie still possess that hunting instinct that's why when it is being taken out for a walk or exercise, it must be kept on a leash. The Scottie rose to fame all over Europe during the reign of King James VI and it is during the 1890s that it reached the US.
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