Smooth Scottish Fox Terrier

United States

Scottish Terrier and Smooth Fox Terrier

2000's

Brown

Black

Black
White
Brindle
Pied

The coat of a Smooth Scottish Fox Terrier falls in the medium length category.

Straight

3-6 puppies per pregnancy

A Smooth Scottish Fox Terrier can have a litter of 3-6 puppies on average. However, it's worth noting that the size of the litters can vary greatly. Factors that can influence litter size include the health of the mother, breeding history, and genetics.

The adaptability of Smooth Scottish Fox Terrier dogs is a well-known trait, they are known for being able to adjust well to different living environments and lifestyle changes.

The Smooth Scottish Fox Terrier breed is commonly healthy with low vet costs, regular check-ups may not be as necessary but it's important to keep an eye on their health and have them checked by a veterinarian when needed.

Von Willebrand's Disease

Deafness
Cataracts
Glaucoma
Lens Luxation
Scotty Cramp
Cervical Vertebral Instability
Hemophilia
Craniomandibular Osteopathy (Lion Jaw)
Myasthenia Gravis
Atopy

Sebaceous Adenitis (SA)
Progressive Retinal Atrophy (PRA)
Pulmonic Stenosis

Dna For Pra
Eye Examinations
Blood Tests
Full Physical Examination
Hearing and Ear Tests
DNA for VWD

Smooth Scottish Fox Terrier have very high social needs. These needs include regular mental and physical stimulation, a job or purpose, and companionship. They thrive in environments where they have a lot of interaction with humans and other dogs.

Smooth Scottish Fox Terriers dogs are tend to sleep less than other breeds, but they still require adequate sleep to maintain good health.

Medium

Smooth Scottish Fox Terriers are medium-energy dogs and typically enjoy socializing and playing casual or even sustained games of chase with other dogs. They may also have occasional periods of barking or racing around the house.

10 miles / week

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Smooth Scottish Fox Terrier, it's at least 10 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

120 minutes

In general most Smooth Scottish Fox Terriers usually need at least 120 minutes of exercise daily. This can be spread across the day and include all sorts of high-energy activities, like walking, running and playing.

The Smooth Scottish Fox Terrier is a breed of dog that requires an average amount of grooming effort.

Weekly

Smooth Scottish Fox Terrier should be brushed at least once a week. Of course you can give them more frequent brushes if you find that they are still shedding a lot

Pin Brush
Slicker Brush
Clipper
Nail Clipper

2 cups

For an average 16-22 pound (7 - 10 kg) Smooth Scottish Fox Terrier feed 2 cups daily. But, keep in mind, the amount you feed is going to be dependent on the quality of the food you are feeding.

$1.70 - $2.00 / day

The average cost of a Smooth Scottish Fox Terrier is somewhere $1.70 - $2.00 per day.

$48 - $63 / month

The average per month expenses of a Smooth Scottish Fox Terrier is between $48 - $63. This makes an average of $576 - $756 per year. It will be on the higher side when the dog is still small because it will need more frequent visits to the vet, shots.

This dog breed is more sensitive than others and easily overwhelmed by new surroundings and people. They need gentle handling and a calm, stable home environment with positive reinforcement training.

The Smooth Scottish Fox Terrier is an apartment-friendly dog breed. They can do perfectly well in apartments providing they are sufficiently exercised and taken out and about as part of their owner's daily lifestyle.

A Smooth Scottish Fox Terriers typical characteristics indicate that this breed of dog is an ideal companion for kids and makes them family pets. Their gentle and protective nature and calm mentality make them gel along quickly with the younger humans

Smooth Scottish Fox Terriers are below average friendly toward cats. But with the right training and socialization, Smooth Scottish Fox Terriers can be good with cats,

Smooth Scottish Fox Terriers are below average dog friendly dogs. Smooth Scottish Fox Terrier dogs may not always get along well with other dogs they have not been raised with,

Smooth Scottish Fox Terriers are average friendly around strangers. They can be wary around strangers and a little standoffish. Early socialisation is key.

The Smooth Scottish Fox Terrier is a playful dog. So, no matter how busy the day may get, the best thing you can do for your Smooth Scottish Fox Terrier is to make time each day to play. It can be as little as 15-20 minutes, and it will mean the world to them.

Smooth Scottish Fox Terrier dogs are known for their ease of training and ability to learn quickly, making them a popular choice for pet owners and trainers alike.