Playful
Stubborn
Independent
Alert
Intelligent
Affectionate
Quick
Aggressive
Selfish
Good-natured
Opinionated

Intelligent
Confident
Friendly
Affectionate
Reliable
Loyal
Kind
Faithful
Trustworthy

Scotineses are low shedding dogs, requiring minimal coat care.

Golden Mountain Dogs are heavy shedders, but regular brushing can help manage shedding and promote a healthy coat.

Scottish Terrier, Pekingese

Golden Retriever and Bernese Mountain Dog

Brown

Brown

Black
Brown

Black

Black
Brown
Cream
Pied
Red
Fawn
White

Brindle
Brown
White
Black

Scotineses have medium-length coats.

Golden Mountain Dogs have longer coats compared to most dogs.

Wavy

Straight

A Scotinese can have a litter of 2-5 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.

A Golden Mountain Dog can have a litter of 5-10 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.

Scotineses typically have low vet costs due to their good health, but it's important to monitor their health and seek vet care when necessary.

The Golden Mountain Dog breed is generally very healthy, requiring minimal vet visits. Still, it's important to keep an eye on their health and seek veterinary care when needed.

Progressive Retinal Atrophy
Hemophilia
Von Willebrand's Disease
Hypothyroidism
Bladder Stones
Cancer
Cushing's Disease
Neurological Conditions

Heart Problems
Von Willebrand's Disease
Hypothyroidism
Cancer

Stenotic Nares
Trichiasis
Scottie Cramp
Deafness
Cataracts
Corneal Erosion
Elongated Soft Palate
Skin Fold Dermatitis
Pateller Luxation
Keratoconjunctivitis Sicca (Dry Eye)
Urolithiasis

Hip Dysplasia
Epilepsy

Spine
X-Rays
Skin Evaluation
Eye examination
Blood Analysis
Full Physical Examination
Thyroid Panel
DNA for VWD

X-Rays
Electrocardiogram
Blood Work
Full Physical Examination
Diagnostic Imaging
Blood Glucose Tests
Physical and Neurologic Examination

Scotineses have moderate energy levels and typical sleep patterns of 12-14 hours per day.

Golden Mountain Dogs sleep less than other breeds but still need adequate sleep for good health.

Scotineses are low-energy dogs. This breed make a great companion for a relatively inactive person. Scotinese dogs require a few short daily walks, and then they're happy snuggling next to you for the rest of the day.

Golden Mountain Dogs 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.

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Scotinese, it's at least 4 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

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

In general most Scotineses usually need at least 30 minutes of exercise daily. This can be spread across the day and include all sorts of high-energy activities, like walking, running and playing.

In general most Golden Mountain Dogs usually need at least 60 minutes of exercise daily. This can be spread across the day and include all sorts of high-energy activities, like walking, running and playing.

Scotineses require significant grooming, including regular trims and professional grooming assistance to maintain their coat. They may also require frequent bathing to keep their coat and skin healthy.

The Golden Mountain Dog requires an average amount of grooming compared to other breeds.

Slicker Brush
Comb
Scissors
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Comb
Nail Clipper

For an average 19-22 pound (9 - 10 kg) Scotinese feed 1 cups daily. But, keep in mind, the amount you feed is going to be dependent on the quality of the food you are feeding.

For an average 80-120 pound (36 - 54 kg) Golden Mountain Dog feed 4 cups daily. But, keep in mind, the amount you feed is going to be dependent on the quality of the food you are feeding.

The average cost of a Scotinese is somewhere $1.30 - $1.40 per day.

The average cost of a Golden Mountain Dog is somewhere $3.90 - $4.20 per day.

The average per month expenses of a Scotinese is between $35 - $42. This makes an average of $420 - $504 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.

The average per month expenses of a Golden Mountain Dog is between $112 - $126. This makes an average of $1344 - $1512 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.

Scotineses have average emotions and adapt well to different situations.

This breed is sensitive and requires gentle handling and a calm home environment.

Scotineses make excellent apartment dogs, being fairly active indoors and not requiring a yard.

Golden Mountain Dogs can do well in apartments with enough exercise and time outside, but a small yard would be ideal.

Scotineses have an average level of friendliness towards children.

Golden Mountain Dogs make excellent family pets for kids due to their gentle, protective nature and calm temperament.

Scotineses are average in their friendliness towards other dogs, and socialization can help.

Golden Mountain Dogs are friendly and active companions, and can be good family pets, though their friendliness towards other dogs may vary.

Scotineses are averagely friendly around strangers but benefit from early socialisation.

Golden Mountain Dogs are friendly but may bark at strangers, and training is easy due to their intelligence.

Scotineses are not known for being a highly playful breed.

Golden Mountain Dogs are a playful breed that needs daily playtime to be happy.