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Sceagle |
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He is not recognized by the F.C.I. |
Origin |
Scotland <> Great Britain -> U.S.A. | |
Translation |
Francis Vandersteen |
A brief presentation of the Sceagle |
| The Sceagle is a combination of Beagle and Scottish Terrier that makes an excellent family pet, hunting companion and even good watchdog. He's affectionate, alert, intelligent and gentle, but he can also be stubborn, and training can take some time and extra effort. The Sceagle is a small dog weighing around 9 kilos whose short to medium-length coat can be soft or rough, but is generally straight and easy to groom. Although it loves to play with children and other pets, it needs to be supervised with small children and properly socialized when young. |
History of the Sceagle |
| As the Sceagle is a designer breed that has only been around for about 20 years, it is still quite rare and has no history as yet. The origins of the Beagle and the Scottish Terrier are used to establish the breed's history. |
A little of the Scottish Terrier |
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| The Scottish Terrier originated in Scotland in the 18th century, but was originally called the Aberdeen Terrier after the small town where it was discovered. He was also nicknamed the little tough guy because of his ability to keep moving. Originally, they were bred from the West Highland White Terrier, Cairn Terrier and Skye Terrier to hunt badgers, foxes, otters and rabbits. However, it was soon realized that they were excellent companions and they moved indoors with the family. They became known as the pets of presidents, in movies, and even as a token in the game Monopoly. In 1885, they were accepted by the American Kennel Club, where they are the 58th most popular dog breed. | ||
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| Standard of the Scottish Terrier |
A little of the Beagle |
| The Beagle has been hunting and scenting in the woods of England since the 1300s. It is thought that the breed was created by mixing a Talbot Hound, a Southern Hound and a North Country Beagle to obtain a gentle dog capable of sniffing and tracking rabbits. According to the French, the word beagle means "open throat", and the name was given to the Beagle because of the sound it makes when growling or howling. At the beginning of the 20th century, the Beagle began to be modified to achieve a more uniform size and personality for hunting and to become a good pet. The Beagle became famous when the breed was featured in Charlie Brown cartoons as Snoopy, and US President Lyndon Johnson had a Beagle when he lived in the White House. The National Beagle Club was founded in 1888, two years after the breed was recognized by the American Kennel Club, where the Beagle is the country's 5th most popular dog. |
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| Standard of the Beagle |
Appearance of the Sceagle |
| The Sceagle is a small dog, varying in height from 25.5 to 38 centimeters, and weighing between 4.5 and 11.5 kilos on average in adulthood. Its coat is short to medium and straight, can be soft or hard, and features a combination of colors such as gray and white, red and white, orange and white, brown and white, black, brown and white, or simply black or brown. He has long, floppy Beagle ears and a long tail, which he holds high most of the time. His eyes are brown and intelligent, and his nose is brown or black on a long muzzle. |
Temperament of the Sceagle |
| This breed is a wonderful family dog that gets on well with other pets and children, but needs to be properly socialized when young. It enjoys the attention it receives from just about anyone, but can be wary of strangers at first, as it is wary of danger. This makes the Sceagle a good watchdog, alerting you and your family to any kind of threat. They are generally easy to train, but some can be stubborn, which may require a little patience and lots of positive reinforcement. Just make sure you stay firm and consistent, and your dog should get the message. |
Needs and activities of the Sceagle |
| The Sceagle loves to hunt and run. If you're a hunter, this sport will be excellent exercise for both of you. Otherwise, make sure your dog gets out and runs for at least 45 minutes to an hour a day. Dogs that don't get enough exercise can become anxious or bored and pick up bad habits like chewing up your property and destroying everything. Favorite Sceagle activities include walking, swimming, hiking, playing with other dogs at the dog park, and all dogs love to play ball with their owners. |
Maintenance of the Sceagle |
| Your Sceagle's coat is generally short to medium-length and easy to care for, but you should be sure to brush your dog at least three or four times a week to avoid excessive shedding. Use a stiff bristle brush or a long bristle brush and be sure to go under the neck and legs, as well as behind the ears and in the groin area. It's also good for their skin and blood circulation to brush them daily with a rubber curry glove. You can give your dog a bath if necessary, and trim his nails once a month or whenever necessary. |
English (United Kingdom)