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Brent McCoy
The Scottish Terrier (nicknamed the "Scottie" and known also as the "Aberdeen Terrier") is among the most popular terrier breeds having been a favorite of US Presidents such as George W. Bush and Franklin D. Roosevelt which features a wiry gray, black, brindle, wheaten or sandy colored coat with a longer beard and erect ears. The breed first appeared in as early as the 1400s, and they were initially used for the main intention of hunting vermin. A number of their most distinguishing features often are their friendly and spirited nature - which has helped make them highly popular as a companion dog for much of the last hundred years. The Scottish Terrier's origins are largely unknown but they are believed to have originated in the Highlands of Scotland as early as the 1400s and was bred for the intention of hunting vermin and using their speed to pursue prey. There is a great deal of confusion as to whether the Scottish Terrier descended from the Skye Terrier or vice versa as early records show these breeds often being given the same name. Scottish Terriers are termed as a small-sized dog. The suggested standard size for the Scottish Terrier male is 10 inches high from paw to shoulder and a weight of 19-22 pounds, whereas the suggested size for female Scottish Terriers is 10 inches high from paw to shoulder with a weight of 18-21 pounds. The Scottish Terrier is recognized for their alert, adventurous and loving manner. They are usually friendly although reserved with strangers, which with their size often makes them unsuitable as a guard dog. The Scottish Terrier is also accepted to be not highly intelligent - ranking equal 65th compared to other dogs when considering their ability to learn obedience commands. They are additionally renowned to be good with kids - which makes them quite suitable as a family pet. The Scottish Terrier is not always well-suited with other smaller animals due to their natural prey instinct but can usually get along with other dogs when properly socialized. The Scottish Terrier doesn't always need a yard to give them space to roam around in, so they can be quite suitable for apartment living if they are exercised enough. If you do have a yard be sure it is well fenced so they don't dig their way out of it. They enjoy cooler climates, and care must be taken in warmer weather to ensure they don't overheat.
The Scottish Terrier loves pastimes which include chasing after a ball and running around the house or yard. They possess a high level of energy and need to be given exercise every day in the shape of moderate walks to stop behavior problems like excessive barking, digging, chewing or anything else that may result from them burning off their excess energy. The Scottish Terrier can be the perfect breed of dog for active owners who can provide adequate leadership - otherwise the dog may assume they're in charge and become very hard to handle. They are suitable for anyone who is able to carry out a regular amount of grooming and allow time to provide them with early socialization and positive obedience training in addition to take them on moderate daily walks and present a good amount of love and attention. Though they might be to some extent inappropriate with those less confident at training a dog, if you are capable of meeting their need for strong leadership then the Scottish Terrier possibly will make the ultimate breed of dog for you.
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