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Scotchi |
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He is not recognized by the F.C.I. |
Origin |
Scotland <> Mexico -> U.S.A. | |
Translation |
Francis Vandersteen | |
This breed is also known as |
Scotchahua |
A brief presentation of the Scotchi |
| The Scotchi is a popular hybrid between the Scottish Terrier and the Chihuahua. This designer dog is small in stature and may also be known as the Scotchahua. Despite its popularity and inclusion in several competition dog registers, not much is known about the Scotchi. Currently, the Scotchi is recognized by four competitive breed registries in the U.S. and internationally, including the American Canine Hybrid Club and the Designer Dogs Kennel Club. The Dog Registry of America and the International Designer Canine Registry also recognize the Scotchi. The Scotchi is a bold dog that needs a lot of attention and is best suited to homes without children. This cute, lively dog weighs an average of 7 to 9 kilos and stands 20.5 to 28 centimeters tall. They're sure to charm and entertain. |
History of the Scotchi |
| The Scotchi is a popular hybrid of the Scottish Terrier and the Chihuahua. Despite its popularity, not much is known about the Scotchi. This is mainly due to recent intentional crosses between parent breeds and the lack of documentation on breeding programs. The Scotchi's exact origins are unknown, but owners who wish to better understand their hybrid can examine the history and traits of the parent breeds to learn more. |
A little of the Scottish Terrier |
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| The Scottish Terrier is a wire-haired Terrier dog native to Scotland. The origins of the Scottish Terrier are obscure, but it is thought that the little Terrier first developed in 55 BC in Scotland. The Scottish Terrier was bred primarily to help control vermin in Aberdeen, Scotland, but moved into urban areas during the Industrial Revolution. The Scottish Terrier Club was founded in England in 1882, and the breed arrived in the United States the following year. The first Scottish Terrier was registered with the American Kennel Club in 1885, and the little black Terrier was made famous by President Franklin Delano Roosevelt, who had one at the White House. | ||
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| Standard of the Scottish Terrier |
A little of the Chihuahua |
| The Chihuahua is an American breed that developed in Mexico before the Spanish conquest. The breed was formerly known as the Techichi and was so revered that it was often buried alongside its master on his death. The Techichi developed in the 9th century and passed from Toltec to Aztec culture before the Spanish conquest. Shortly after the arrival of the Spanish, the Techichi was all but forgotten. However, this little vermin-hunting dog survived and was rediscovered in the Chihuahua region, from which it takes its current name. The Chihuahua moved north to the United States, where it quickly gained popularity. The American Kennel Club recognized the Chihuahua in 1904, and by the 1960s, this little dog was a top breed. Today, the Chihuahua is still a popular choice as a companion breed. |
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| Standard of the Chihuahua |
Appearance of the Scotchi |
| The Scotchi is a small dog weighing between 7 and 9 kilos, with a compact body and sturdy legs. The Scotchi has a round head with large, expressive brown eyes. Its muzzle is long and tapered, and it can have a beard and long hair on its head, as well as bushy eyebrows. The Scotchi's ears are triangular in shape and fall on top, and the tail is carried high. The Scotchi's legs tend to be longer than those of its Scottish Terrier relative, and its coat can range from long and hard to short and smooth. The Scotchi can suffer from poor dentition, notably an underbite. Underbites are never desirable in the Scotchi and can lead to further dental problems. |
Temperament of the Scotchi |
| The Scotchi is a sensitive dog that thrives on the emotions of its family. This hybrid needs a stable, happy home, and prefers to be the only pet. The Scotchi is not known for being friendly to other dogs or pets, but it can learn to live in harmony through early socialization. Socialization with children is also important if the Scotchi spends time with children. He can be affectionate with children but prefers older, calmer children as companions. The Scotchi can be aloof with strangers and will take time to assess the threat level before befriending new people. However, once the Scotchi accepts a new person, it is very friendly. The Scotchi is an affectionate dog that often attaches itself to just one person in the home, and is therefore best suited to small families and single people who can give it the best care. They have moderate energy levels and need daily exercise to maintain a healthy body and mind. |
Needs and activities of the Scotchi |
| The Scotchi is a medium-energy dog that needs daily exercise. It's a small, long-legged hybrid that can follow its companions indoors and when moving from one room to another. However, this dog is not well suited to jogging. The Scotchi can satisfy most of its daily activity needs indoors by running or playing with its owners. It doesn't need to spend much time outdoors, and the Scotchi doesn't tolerate extreme weather conditions, but particularly hates the cold. With its moderate energy and intense enjoyment of tricks, the Scotchi is an excellent house breed. |
Maintenance of the Scotchi |
| The Scotchi is easy to care for and may have hypoallergenic qualities if its coat resembles that of the Scottish Terrier parent. Even if the coat doesn't resemble that of the Scottish Terrier, the Scotchi is considered a moderate shedder and easy to care for with weekly brushing. Owners should brush their Scotchi once a week with a pimpled or bristle brush to remove dead or loose hair and prevent matting. Some Scotchis have a short coat, like the Chihuahua, but most have a beard of long hair around the head. Owners need to pay particular attention to the hair around the face, as food, dirt and moisture can lodge there and cause odor. Otherwise, Scotchi doesn't smell like a dog. Scotchis are prone to dental problems and may have poor dentition from birth. Owners can reduce the likelihood of dental disease by brushing their dog's teeth at least three times a week and providing hard chew toys. |
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