Appearance of the Scotchon
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| Since both parent breeds have a dense, double-coated coat, the Scotchon will inherit these characteristics. This breed has a thick, abundant coat, usually curly, and is also hypoallergenic. Like the Scottish Terrier, the Scotchon is sometimes wire-haired. Its coat can be black, gray, brown, gold or a combination of these colors, such as black and white. The Scotchon is a small but strong dog with floppy ears, a black nose and dark eyes. In general, these dogs have longer hind legs, shorter front legs, broad shoulders and a tail curled over their back, especially when they're happy. They have a sturdy, medium-sized head and a narrow muzzle. |
Temperament of the Scotchon
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| The Scotchon's personality lies somewhere between that of the Scottish Terrier and the Bichon frise. They are family dogs; they like to be with their families in an indoor environment, playing and going for walks. They are highly intelligent, energetic, friendly and generally easy to train. They tend to be friendly with other dogs, but early socialization is recommended as their parent breed, the Scottish Terrier, can have a bit of a temper. The Scotchon is affectionate but not overly so, and is also somewhat independent. These dogs can bark at anything, and their bark is generally powerful. This hybrid may inherit the hunting instinct of the Scottish Terrier or the shy personality of the Bichon frise. |
Needs and activities of the Scotchon
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| The two related breeds, the Scottish Terrier and the Bichon frise, are active dogs that like to go for walks and play every day. A 20-minute walk twice a day is just the thing for your Scotchon to get some fresh air and expend some energy. These dogs can become destructive when they're bored and have a lot of energy built up. Running isn't easy for them as they have short legs, but they'll enjoy interacting with other dogs at the park - it'll also give them a chance to practice their social skills. They are well suited to apartment living and, because of their dense coat, moderate to cool temperatures suit them best. The Scotchon is a companion dog, so it needs to live indoors with its family. |
Maintenance of the Scotchon
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| Like its two parent breeds, the Scotchon has a dense, double-layered coat. It doesn't shed much, but needs to be combed and groomed frequently. Weekly brushing is recommended to remove any tangles or matting, and to help maintain healthy skin. Their skin can be delicate, so bathing them too often is not recommended, as it can cause irritation. It's very important to remove tangles before bathing, otherwise it could be too difficult to remove them afterwards. We recommend clipping every two months to keep the coat short and elegant. If long hair is desired, it's best to trim several times a year. These dogs can have a bad reaction to fleas, so prevention is very important. What's more, like the Bichon frise, the Scotchon can suffer from allergies, so you need to be careful about the products you use on its skin. |
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