Active
Playful
Independent
Alert
Intelligent
Affectionate
Quick
Selfish
Fearless

Playful
Stubborn
Dignified
Clownish
Courageous
Intelligent
Friendly
Affectionate
Obedient
Loyal
Devoted
Strong
Willed
Aggressive

Smooth Scottish Fox Terriers are low shedding dogs, requiring minimal coat care.

Alaskan Pit Bulls are heavy shedders, but regular brushing can help manage shedding and promote a healthy coat.

Scottish Terrier and Smooth Fox Terrier

American Pit Bull Terrier, Alaskan Malamute

2000's

Late 1800s

Brown

Blue
Hazel
Brown

Black

Black
Brown

Black
White
Brindle
Pied

Black
Blue
Fawn
Red
White
Brown
Silver
Brindle
Sable

Smooth Scottish Fox Terriers have medium-length coats.

Alaskan Pit Bulls have coats that can be either short or medium in length.

A Smooth Scottish Fox Terrier can have a litter of 3-6 puppies on average. However, it's worth noting that the size of the litters can vary greatly. Factors that can influence litter size include the health of the mother, breeding history, and genetics.

An Alaskan Pit Bull can have a litter of 4-10 puppies on average. However, it's worth noting that the size of the litters can vary greatly. Factors that can influence litter size include the health of the mother, breeding history, and genetics.

Smooth Scottish Fox Terriers are known for their adaptability and can adjust well to different environments and lifestyle changes.

Alaskan Pit Bulls have average adaptability to changes in lifestyle and living environments compared to other breeds.

Smooth Scottish Fox Terriers typically have low vet costs due to their good health, but it's important to monitor their health and seek vet care when necessary.

While the Alaskan Pit Bull breed is generally healthy, occasional vet check-ups are still necessary to address any health concerns.

Von Willebrand's Disease

Canine Hip Dysplasia
Chondrodysplasia (Chd)

Deafness
Cataracts
Glaucoma
Lens Luxation
Scotty Cramp
Cervical Vertebral Instability
Hemophilia
Craniomandibular Osteopathy (Lion Jaw)
Myasthenia Gravis
Atopy

Cataracts
Glaucoma
Skin Problems
Diabetes

Dna For Pra
Eye Examinations
Blood Tests
Full Physical Examination
Hearing and Ear Tests
DNA for VWD

Internal Imaging (x-ray, CT scan, MRI, etc.)
Skin Biopsy
Orthopedic Exam
Ocular Exam

Smooth Scottish Fox Terrier has very high social needs and requires regular mental and physical stimulation, a job or purpose, and companionship.

Alaskan Pit Bull has above average social needs and thrives with interaction with humans and other dogs.

Smooth Scottish Fox Terriers are medium-energy dogs and typically enjoy socializing and playing casual or even sustained games of chase with other dogs. They may also have occasional periods of barking or racing around the house.

Alaskan Pit Bulls are high-energy dogs. They need mental as well as physical exercise. These dogs require a lot of your involvement and without it they can, and will, become problematic dogs.

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Smooth Scottish Fox Terrier, it's at least 10 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Alaskan Pit Bull, it's at least 12 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

In general most Smooth Scottish Fox Terriers usually need at least 120 minutes of exercise daily. This can be spread across the day and include all sorts of high-energy activities, like walking, running and playing.

In general most Alaskan Pit Bulls usually need at least 60 minutes of exercise daily. This can be spread across the day and include all sorts of high-energy activities, like walking, running and playing.

The Smooth Scottish Fox Terrier requires an average amount of grooming compared to other breeds.

The Alaskan Pit Bull has low grooming needs and is easy to maintain.

Pin Brush
Slicker Brush
Clipper
Nail Clipper

Slicker Brush
Nail Clipper

For an average 16-22 pound (7 - 10 kg) Smooth Scottish Fox Terrier feed 2 cups daily. But, keep in mind, the amount you feed is going to be dependent on the quality of the food you are feeding.

For an average 65-80 pound (29 - 36 kg) Alaskan Pit Bull feed 2.5 cups daily. But, keep in mind, the amount you feed is going to be dependent on the quality of the food you are feeding.

The average cost of a Smooth Scottish Fox Terrier is somewhere $1.70 - $2.00 per day.

The average cost of an Alaskan Pit Bull is somewhere $2.10 - $2.70 per day.

The average per month expenses of a Smooth Scottish Fox Terrier is between $48 - $63. This makes an average of $576 - $756 per year. It will be on the higher side when the dog is still small because it will need more frequent visits to the vet, shots.

The average per month expenses of an Alaskan Pit Bull is between $55 - $73. This makes an average of $660 - $876 per year. It will be on the higher side when the dog is still small because it will need more frequent visits to the vet, shots.

The Smooth Scottish Fox Terrier is a great apartment dog, thriving with sufficient exercise and time outside as part of their daily routine.

Alaskan Pit Bulls can do well in apartments with enough exercise and time outside, but a small yard would be ideal.

Smooth Scottish Fox Terriers make excellent family pets for kids due to their gentle, protective nature and calm temperament.

Alaskan Pit Bulls are good with kids if socialized and trained from a young age.

Smooth Scottish Fox Terriers are somewhat cat friendly and can be trained to get along with cats.

Alaskan Pit Bulls are not cat friendly.

Smooth Scottish Fox Terriers are less friendly towards other dogs, but can improve with socialization.

Alaskan Pit Bulls are average in their friendliness towards other dogs, and socialization can help.

Smooth Scottish Fox Terriers are averagely friendly around strangers but benefit from early socialisation.

Alaskan Pit Bulls are friendly but may bark at strangers, and training is easy due to their intelligence.