Scottish Terrier Puppies Blog

What a position for a Scottish Terrier  pup to take! He is so cute!

Scottie’s are very energetic dogs that love to play in the yard with their families at all times. However dirt and debris can get caught in their coats and may cause them to itch. With the addition of dead and loose hair, this can drive the dogs into a scratching frenzy so it is important that owners take the time to care for the coats and not just the enjoyment of playing.

First, use a slicker brushing motioning from the tail end to the head until all the loose hair are collected. Too much pressure can hurt the skin so its best to do it lightly. Then move to the legs, chest and feet. When moving to the beard be careful not scratch their noses or lips. The belly should be taken care with a pin brush with gentle force and thoroughness. The final step is to smoothen out the hair to make the Scottie look and feel all set for another romp in the yard.

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Scottish terriers are these adorable energetic dogs with short legs and spunky attitudes. They have a distinctive long rectangular muzzle that has a beard and mustache that give them a unique look. Although they are excellent companions and playmates, one must be ready for their idiosyncrasies. Especially there stubbornness that makes training challenging if not difficult.  Once a Scottish Terrier is trained, there will be lapses when it suddenly sets its mind to and stick with it to the end hence ignoring what was taught.

The solution is finding what motivates them. For others, food may be a motivator. For  others, it may be playing with a toy bone. Chasing a small animal or playing with them may be what they want for immediate gratification. Once determined, it should be used as positive reinforcement. For example, after executing a successful SIT, give him his toy bone momentarily and try the drill again and again until it remembers it.

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