- Facts

1.     Professional Affiliations:

The Scottish Terrier Club of Australia and AKC Club are organizations dedicated to promoting the breed.

2.     Why Use a Breeder:

It is advisable to get the details of the breed from breeder, as they are the best judges to tell you how to take care of the dog. The will offer you a measure of assurance that you will not find in other places that your pet will be well bred, properly adjusted, and healthy.

3.     How to Find:

You can easily look for Scottish Terrier breeders online, ask the vet or even check with the nearest Kennel Club.

4.     What to Expect:

The good Scottish Terrier breeder takes care of minute details when you are buying the dog from them. They have a list of questions that need to be answered. They are going to want to know where you live, how you live, what you want the pet for, what your family is like, if you have other pets, and how you are likely to treat your pet. Only when you pass their approval will you be allowed to adopt a pet.

5.     Breeder's Surroundings:

You must see that the pets kept by the breeder are kept in a good place. The place should be hygienic and the pets should be taken care properly. You must also see that the breeder is friendly with the dog and takes care of the pet.

Scottish Terrier Breeders - Newborn Facts

1.     Average Number of Newborns Delivered at Birth:

The litter size can span between 3 - 5 puppies. However, the average litter is 4.

2.     Age To Be Sold:

Within a span of 4 to 5 weeks.

3.     What to Look For in a Newborn:

Make sure that the dog has a compact, strong body; short legs, pricked ears and naturally erect tail.

4.     Registry:

The puppy should be registered in the AKC in the Terrier Group .

5.     AKC Recognized Characteristics:

The different Kennel Clubs and registries recognize the Scottish Terrier in various colors like black, wheaten or brindle of any shade.

6.     Expense to Purchase Newborn:

The Scottish Terrier puppy may cost in the range of $800 to $1000.

7.     Dam and Sire Information of your Newborn:

It is important that you should be able to meet the litter's parents. The Scottish Terrier breeders should be able to present AKC papers and prove health and genetics.

Scottish Terrier Breeders - Breeder Concerns

1.     Breeder Reputation:

As today the Scottish terrier breeders are becoming quite popular so it becomes important that you get the best breed from a reputable breeder as some bred purely for profit without regard to temperament or health issues.

2.     Pet Health:

The Scottish Terrier dog or puppies are healthy but are sensitive to fleas and can have some skin problems. Hence, it is important that you get the information from the breeder for any health disease for the Scottish terrier parents.

3.     Assurances:

All reputable breeders will provide you with a guarantee. Be sure to get copies of all vet visits and records of inoculations.