Scotch Terriers first appeared in northern Scotland. They were bred by breeders of the city of Aberdeen, so the first name of the breed was “Aberdeen terrier”. Representatives of the breed with a modern look appeared in the early XIX century. The first club of the breed was founded in 1882, and the standard was adopted in 1889.

Initially, Scotch Terriers were used for hunting badgers and foxes, so that small dogs drove wild animals out of the burrow. They are now kept as friendly and energetic companions. These stocky pets will suit almost any family. They do not like long walks and are very unpretentious in care.

Scotch terriers are reliable guards and loyal friends. They can even be too sensitive to the mood of the owner. The pet perfectly captures when a person is upset, excited or happy. The dog is ready to stand for the owner and to outsiders treats with suspicion, and sometimes even aggressively. Children terriers will never offend, of course, provided that those do not torment them.

Representatives of this breed have long been popular. They were kept by many famous people: Charlie Chaplin, Franklin Roosevelt, Countess Rumyantseva, Albert Einstein, Academician Sakharov and others.

However, it is not fashion that has made Scotch Terriers one of the most common breeds. Most of all, they resemble respectable gentlemen from the province. They are independent and brave pets, whose courage and intelligence literally fascinate. Scotch Terriers have many of the character traits of large dogs, and they are very easy to take with you on the road. Brought up pets and in society behave very docile.

Character

Scotch Terriers are very hardy, independent, agile and determined pets. They can be quite persistent and free-spirited. In any situation, these dogs are loyal to their owner, but their respect has to be earned. Some even call them too stubborn, as terriers don't always follow commands. But the fact is rather that independent pets do not consider them correct.

In education, it is desirable to be persistent and engage in training from the first months of the puppy's life, since it is quite difficult to cope with an adult pet. With strangers Scotch Terriers keep friendly, but aloof, as they are often jealous of their owners.

Thanks to their natural wariness, the dogs make excellent watchdogs. They are ready to attack anyone who seems dangerous to them.

Features of keeping

Representatives of this breed feel themselves perfectly in city conditions, but need daily active walks. With other dogs usually do not start fights, but will never avoid conflict.

On walks, Scotch Terriers like to explore new places and smells. By nature, they are venturesome and tireless hunters who are always alert.

Scotch Terriers should be brushed every day and regularly clipped and trimmed 3-5 times a year.