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

Playful
Stubborn
Intelligent
Friendly
Responsive
Affectionate
Lively
Gentle
Aggressive
Good-natured
Opinionated

Scotineses are low shedding dogs, requiring minimal coat care.

Shetineses are moderate shedders, but regular brushing can reduce shedding and maintain coat health.

Scottish Terrier, Pekingese

Shetland Sheepdog and Pekingese

Unknown

2000's

Brown

Blue
Brown

Black
Brown

Black

Black
Brown
Cream
Pied
Red
Fawn
White

Black
Gray
Brown
White
Blue
Sable
Red

Scotineses have medium-length coats.

Shetineses 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 Shetinese can have a litter of 4-6 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.

Scotineses are known for their adaptability and can adjust well to different environments and lifestyle changes.

Shetineses are highly adaptable and versatile, making them excellent companions for families and individuals of all lifestyles.

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

Patellar Luxation
Deafness
Dermatomyositis
Von Willebrand's Disease
Collie Eye Anomaly (CEA)
Patent Ductus Arteriosus (PDA)
Ulcerative Dermatosis

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

Cataracts
Mono/Bilateral Cryptorchidism
Hydrocephalus
Eyelid Defects
Color Dilution Alopecia
Brachycephalic Syndrome
Progressive Retinal Atrophy (PRA)
Keratoconjunctivitis Sicca (Dry Eye)
Mitral Valve Dysplasia

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

Brain Auditory Evoked Response (BAER)
Internal Imaging (x-ray, CT scan, MRI, etc.)
Blood And Urine Analysis
Ear Tests and Myringotomy Tests
Blood Sugar and Thyroid Tests
Yearly Physical Examination
Full Chemistry Panel Tests and Blood Count
Various Blood Testing Modalities
Eye Examinations (both internal as well as external)
X-rays of various parts of the skeletal system
Echocardiography (ultrasound)

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.

Shetineses are high-energy dogs. They need mental as well as physical exercise. These dogs require a lot of your involvement and without it they can, and will, become problematic dogs.

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 Shetinese, 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 Shetineses 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.

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.

Shetineses have high grooming needs, requiring regular trims and professional grooming assistance to keep their coat healthy.

Ideally, Scotinese should be brushed at least 2 or 3 times a week (preferably daily) improve shedding.

Shetinese 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

Slicker Brush
Comb
Scissors
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Dematter
Deshedder
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 11-24 pound (5 - 11 kg) Shetinese 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.

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

The average cost of a Shetinese is somewhere $1.70 - $2.00 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 Shetinese 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.

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.

The Shetinese is a great apartment dog, thriving with sufficient exercise and time outside as part of their daily routine.

Scotineses are good with cats, but early training is needed to prevent chasing behavior.

Shetineses are very friendly with cats and make great companions for them.

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

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