Appearance of the Scolden Terrier
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| The Scolden Terrier is a hybrid of the Scottish Terrier and the Golden Retriever, and as such can inherit appearance traits from one or both of its parent breeds. Breeders and owners describe the Scolden Terrier as measuring around 38 centimeters and weighing between 11.5 and 18 kilos. The Scolden has almond-shaped brown eyes, a black nose and a scissor bite. Your Scolden puppy will probably have floppy ears at birth, but they may not be so floppy in adulthood. The Scolden Terrier is built stocky with broad, muscular forelegs. Its tail is similar to a Scottie's, with a slight curve. Its coat is long and harsh, similar to that of the Scottie, which is fairly straight and medium black, gray or cream in color. Its coat is harsh or hard, double with a soft, dense undercoat, and about 5 centimeters long. |
Temperament of the Scolden Terrier
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| Your Scolden Terrier, being a hybrid mix of Scottish Terrier and Golden Retriever, may inherit the temperament and personality traits of one or both of its parent breeds. The Scottish Terrier and Golden Retriever have very different personalities and temperaments, one being more hyperactive and energetic (the Scottie) while the other is more laid-back and gentle (the Golden). This interesting mix results in an energetic, friendly, alert, affectionate and playful dog. This biological mix can also moderate some of the Terrier's tendencies, such as improved adaptability, barking tendencies and friendliness to children, cats and dogs. This medium-sized canine hybrid has a moderate propensity for hunting/prey and a moderate tendency to wander. He doesn't bark unnecessarily, which will enable him to adapt to all areas where noise is limited. He will need appropriate socialization from an early age to get along with children, cats and dogs, and, although he is a human, he may be wary of strangers until he is sure there is no danger to his human family, whom he loves dearly. He cannot tolerate being left alone for long periods, suffering from separation anxiety and boredom when not near you. There is a tendency towards independence in the Scottie parent which, if moderated by the more dependent character of the Golden parent, should make him easier to train. He will have a high energy level that needs to be managed on a daily basis. |
Needs and activities of the Scolden Terrier
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| Your Scolden Terrier is a medium-sized, active dog and will need 1 to 2 hours of daily exercise. This exercise can take the form of those enjoyable daily walks two or three times a day, frolicking and playing in the dog park or fenced yard, interactive games such as fetch, Frisbee, flu-ball, earth dog activities and obedience and agility training. Managing his energy levels is very important to keep him happy, fit and healthy. Depending on which parent breed has the most influence in the biological mix, he may or may not (due to his size) be acceptable for apartment or condo living, but he will always need the right type and amount of exercise on a daily basis. He can also live very well in a family home with or without a fenced yard, in an urban or rural environment. He adapts best to a moderate climate, but can tolerate both hot and cold temperatures, given proper protection and precautions. Be sure to keep your Scolden on a leash whenever it's outside the house, fenced yard or similar enclosure, as it has a high potential for hunting, preying and roaming. This means that, without the leash option, you could find yourself taking a longer walk than planned, chasing him around the neighborhood or through the brambles in search of a small animal or an interesting scent that has caught his eye. |
Maintenance of the Scolden Terrier
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| Your Scolden Terrier is in the moderate maintenance category, with a long, dense double coat that sheds constantly, so it's not hypoallergenic. This long, dense double coat requires frequent brushing, two or three times a week, to remove loose hairs, debris, knots and tangles, as well as to distribute vital oils throughout the coat to keep it healthy and beautiful. Bathe only when necessary. Your dog's ears should be checked weekly and cleaned if necessary, using a cotton ball and a dog-approved ear cleaner. Make sure you also check his toenails weekly and trim them if necessary, unless he manages to maintain them through normal physical activity. As with all canine breeds, it's advisable to brush his teeth at home at least two or three times a week to prevent the development of periodontal disease and the accompanying tooth loss. Your Scolden is in the low category for odor, but in the moderate category for drool. |
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