Scottish Terrier

FCI 73 . Small sized Terriers.

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The Scottish Terrier, also known as the Aberdeen Terrier, and popularly as "Scottie", It is one of the high Terrier breeds that were grouped under the name of Skye Terrier, It is one of the five breeds of Terrier that originated in Scotland, the other four are the modern Skye Terrier, Cairn Terrier, Dandie Dinmont Terrier, and West Highland White Terrier.

The real origin of a race as old as Scottish Terrier it's dark and undocumented. The first written records about a dog with a similar description to those of the Scottish Terrier was in 1436, When Don Leslie described them in his book the history of Scotland 1436-1561.

Two hundred years later, Sir Joshua Reynolds painted a portrait of a young woman stroking a dog similar in appearance to the Scottish Terrier of today. King James VI of Scotland was an important historical figure accompanying the history of the Scottish Terrier. In the century 17, When King James VI became James I of England, sent six Terrier – believes that the precursors of the Scottish Terrier- a French monarch as a gift. His love and adoration for the race, It is said that you increased its popularity around the world.

In the century 19, in the Highlands of Scotland, including the Isle of Skye, the Terrier were abundant, originally known by the generic term "short-haired" or " Skye Terrier«. Towards the end of the century 19, it was decided to separate these Scottish Terriers and develop pure blood lines and specific breeds.

Originally, the breeds were separated into two categories – Dandie Dinmont Terriers and Skye Terrier (Noel Skye Terrier that is known today, but a generic name for a large group of the Terrier with different all features, who came from the isle of skye).

The written history and initial development of the race began at the end of 1870 with the development of dog shows. The exhibition of dogs required compared to a standard of the race and therefore the appearance and temperament of the Scottie was written for the first time.

Finally, The Skye Terrier were divided into what is known today as the Scottish Terrier, Skye Terrier, West Highland White Terrier and the Cairn Terrier.

Captain Gordon Murray and Shirley were responsible for establishing the type in 1879. Shortly after, in 1879, the Scottie were first exposed at Alexander Palace in England, while the following year they began to be classified in much the same way as they are today. The first written breed standard was written by JB Morrison and DJ Thomson gray and appeared in Vero Shows illustrated book of The Dog, published in 1880. The standard describes the color of the breed as "gray, grayish Brindle «.

In 1881, he "Scottish Terrier England Club" was founded, being the first club dedicated to the race.

The Scottie It is the only breed of dog that has lived in the White House more than three times..

In May of 2007, Carnegie Mellon University, used the image of a Scottish Terrier as your official pet.

It is a small Terrier breed with a distinctive shape and it has had many roles in popular culture.

They have been owned by a variety of celebrities, including the president number 32 of the United States, Franklin Delano Roosevelt, whose Scottie “Fala” is included with Franklin Delano Roosevelt in a statue in Washington, DC, just like him 43 º President of the United States George W.. Bush . They are also well known for being a piece to play in the Board game Monopoly.

Described as a territorial dog, wrestler, they can be a good guard dog and tend to be very loyal to his family.
Scottish Terrier may be more prone to clotting disorders, joint disorders, autoimmune diseases, allergies and cancer than other breeds of dog and not a disease is the name of the race called Scotty cramp. Is also a most successful breeds of dogs at the Westminster Kennel Club show of dog with a better show in 2010.

The Scottish Terrier It small but resistant, they have short legs, It Chunky and robust complexion, with one long head in proportion to its size. The Scottish Terrier must have large legs adapted for digging.

Their ears they are erect and the tail is one of the outstanding characteristics of the breed. Their eyes they are small, bright and dark brown or almost black and almond-shaped.

The height at the withers for both sexes should be approximately 25 cm., and the length of the back from the cross until the queue is of approximately 28 cm.. In general, is a well balanced dog, It must weigh 8.5 to 10 kg and a female 8 to 9,5 kg.

Scottish Terrier often has a hard mantle, rough, long, the inclement weather-resistant, an outer layer and a soft, dense layer attached to the skin. Combined, with a long beard in layer, the eyebrows, the legs and lower part of the body. The head, the ears, the tail and back are traditionally short, are the parts included in the haircut of the Scottish Terrier.

The the Layer palette It ranges from dark gray to Jet Black, o » Brindle «(a mixture of black and Brown).

"Wheat" color may appear (straw to nearly white), but it should not be confused with the Cairn Terrier or West Highland White Terrier .

The breed is known for being independent and self-assured., joyful, intelligent and has been nicknamed the "Tough ass". They are described as very affectionate, they have also described as stubborn. It is sometimes described as a distant race, Although it has been observed that they tend to be very loyal and affectionate to its family.

The Fourth Earl of Dumbarton nicknamed the breed «the uncompromising«. The modern race said that it was able to trace their lineage to a single female, call splinter II.

It has been suggested that the Scottish Terrier can be a good watchdog, due to their tendency to bark only when necessary and that it tends to be reserved with strangers. The Scottish Terrier they were bred to hunt and fight badgers.

So, the Scottie is prone to digging, as well as chasing small vermin, as the squirrels, rats and mice.

The Scottie are territorial, they are always warning, they are fast and energetic in their movements, perhaps even more than other Terrier breeds.

With regard to health, the Scottish Terrier have a higher chance of developing some types of cancer, compared to other 'purebloods'.

Coexistence is important that you have with your new friend. Before considering the acquisition of a dog of the breed "Scottish Terrier" you know certain factors. Not all breeds of dogs are apt to live in an apartment, you must take into account his character, their need for exercise, their interaction with other pets, their care and if you have small children, their level of tolerance towards them.

Adaptation ⓘ 3,0 of 5 stars (based on 1 review)	friendly dog ​​ⓘ 2,0 of 5 stars (based on 1 review)	hair loss ⓘ 2,0 of 5 stars (based on 1 review)
Affection level ⓘ 4,0 of 5 stars (based on 1 review)	Need for exercise ⓘ 3,0 of 5 stars (based on 1 review)	Social need ⓘ 4,0 of 5 stars (based on 1 review)
Home ⓘ 5,0 of 5 stars (based on 1 review)	Toilet ⓘ 4,0 of 5 stars (based on 1 review)	Friendly with strangers ⓘ 3,0 of 5 stars (based on 1 review)
barking ⓘ 2,0 of 5 stars (based on 1 review)	Health ⓘ 4,0 of 5 stars (based on 1 review)	Territorial ⓘ 5,0 of 5 stars (based on 1 review)
Cat friendly ⓘ 3,0 of 5 stars (based on 1 review)	Intelligence ⓘ 5,0 of 5 stars (based on 1 review)	Versatility ⓘ 2,0 of 5 stars (based on 1 review)
Child friendly ⓘ 3,0 of 5 stars (based on 1 review)	Surveillance ⓘ 3,0 of 5 stars (based on 1 review)	joy ⓘ 5,0 of 5 stars (based on 1 review)

• FCI CLASSIFICATION: 73
• Group 3: Terriers
• Section 2: Small sized Terriers. Small sized Terriers.

Federations:

• – FCI – Terriers 2 Small sized Terriers. ⓘ
• – AKC – Terriers ⓘ
• – ANKC – Terriers ⓘ
• – CKC – Terriers ⓘ
• – ​KC – Terriers ⓘ
• – NZKC – Terriers ⓘ
• – UKC – Terriers ⓘ

United Kingdom

13.10.2010.

Use:

Terrier

General appearance:

It is a compact dog, Properly sized for underground huntingwho should exclude overweight dogs. Its members are short; alert, presents an image of great power and activity in a reduced volume. The head gives the impression of being long compared to the size of the dog. It is very agile and active despite its short limbs.

IMPORTANT PROPORTIONS: The skull and muzzle have the same length.

It is a faithful dog, fair, noble, independent and reserved, but brave and very smart. Bold, but never aggressive.

Head:

Long but proportional to the size of the dog.Carry on a muscular neck of moderate length, showing quality.

• Skull: The length of the skull should allow enough width, although maintaining the appearance of being narrow. The skull should be almost flat.
• Fronto-nasal depression (Stop): Light, but visible, between skull and muzzle, right at eye level.

facial region:

• Truffle: Negra.Long; in profile the line that runs from the nose to the chin appears to descend backwards.
• Snout: It must be strong and deep to its full extent.
• Jaws / Teeth: Big teeth, with perfect and complete scissor bite, That is, the inner face of the upper incisors is in close contact with the outer face of the lower incisors and the teeth must be implanted at right angles in the jaws..
• Cheeks: They should not be prominent.
• Eyes: Almond-shaped, dark brown, placed quite far apart from each other andNot badunder the eyebrows with a sharp and intelligent expression.
• Ears: clean, texture fine, pointy, erect and implanted above the skull, but not too close together. Big, wide ears at the base are very undesirable.

Neck:

Muscular and of moderate lengthshowing quality.

Body:

The upper body line is straight and level. top line: Proportionally short and very muscular. Pork loin: Muscular and deep.

• Chest: Somewhat wide suspended between forelimbs. Well rounded ribs placed well back flattening to give depth to the chest. The thorax vigorously attached to the hind limbs.

Tail:

It should be of moderate length, giving the dog general harmony.. Thick in its implantation and thinning towards the tip, carried vertically or with a slight curvature.

Tips

PREVIOUS MEMBERS:

• General appearance: The thorax is well placed in front of the forelimbs
• Shoulder: Wide and sloping.
• Elbow: It should not be turned outwards or placed under the body.
• Forearm: Right with good bones.
• Metacarpus: Straight.
• Previous feet: Good size, with good foot pads, fingers well arched and together. The front feet are slightly larger than the hind feet.

LATER MEMBERS:

• General appearance: Remarkably powerful for dog size. Thick and wide buttocks.
• Thigh: Deep.
• Knee: Well angled.
• Metatarsus: Hocksshort, strong, without turning inward or outward.

Hind feet: Good size, with good foot pads, fingers well arched and together. The hind feet areslightly smaller than the previous ones.

Movement:

Uniform and easy going, right both back and forth with a push from behind taking a regular stride.

Mantle

• Fur: Attached to the body; double layer: short inner layer, dense and smooth; hard outer layer, dense and textured wire; the two layers protect it from the elements.
• Color: Negro, wheat or any brindle color.

Size and weight:

• Height to the cross: 25 – 28 cm.
• Weight: 8,5 – 10,5 kg.

Fouls:

Any deviation from the aforementioned criteria is considered as a fault and the severity of this is considered to the degree of the deviation to the standard and its consequences on the health and well-being of the dog..

FALTAS DESCALIFICANTES:

1. Aggressiveness or extreme shyness.
2. Any dog ​​showing clear signs of physical or behavioral abnormalities must be disqualified..

1. Males should have two normal-appearing testicles fully descended into the scrotum..
2. Only functionally and clinically healthy dogs, with the typical conformation of the breed, should be used for parenting.

The latest changes are in bold

TRANSLATION: Brígida Nestler / Original version: (IN) Technical supervision: Miguel Angel Martinez

Source: F.C.I - International Cynological Federation

1. Scottie, Aberdeenie (English).
2. Scottish terrier (French).
3. Scottish (German).
4. Scottish Terrier (Portuguese).
5. Scottie, Aberdeen terrier, Terrier escocés (español).