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Considering a Scottish Terrier puppy or adult dog? A compact, substantial terrier with a wiry coat and an independent outlook. Use the questions below to consider everyday care and prepare for conversations with breeders or owners.
Scotties can suit owners who appreciate a determined dog and offer patient training. Ask about other pets, visitors and handling, and keep garden boundaries secure.
Provide daily walks and scent-led activities. Brush the coat and furnishings, with professional maintenance as needed; low stature does not mean the dog is light or effortless to lift.
They can learn well when lessons are rewarding and consistent, but may have their own priorities. Avoid interpreting independence as a reason for harsh handling; plan patient practice and realistic expectations.
Ask for the puppy's veterinary records and evidence of parental screening recommended for Scottish Terrier dogs. Check the current breed-club or Kennel Club guidance and match results to the parents. A routine puppy examination and registration papers do not replace inherited-health screening, and no test guarantees lifelong good health.
For a breeder-raised puppy, visit where it has grown up and meet its mother. Ask about socialisation, feeding, veterinary care and microchip records, and agree the handover details in writing. Puppies should not leave before eight weeks. For an adult or rescue dog, ask about its history and behaviour. Avoid pressure to pay before you have checked the seller and dog.
Compare the current adverts and ask what each price includes. Budget separately for food, insurance, veterinary care, training and any professional grooming. A higher price, unusual colour or rare label is not proof of responsible breeding or better health.
