Active
Playful
Independent
Alert
Intelligent
Affectionate
Quick
Selfish
Fearless

Curious
Protective
Alert
Courageous
Intelligent
Confident
Friendly
Responsive
Docile
Obedient
Loyal
Gentle
Social
Watchful
Elegant
Hard working
Herding

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

Shollies shed a lot of hair each year, so frequent brushing is essential for reducing shedding and maintaining coat health.

United States

United States

Scottish Terrier and Smooth Fox Terrier

Collie, German Shepherd

2000's

Unknown

Brown

Blue
Hazel
Brown
Amber

Black

Black

Black
White
Brindle
Pied

Black
Sable
White
Brown
Fawn

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.

A Shollie can have a litter of 6-10 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.

Shollies are highly adaptable and versatile, making them excellent companions for families and individuals of all lifestyles.

Von Willebrand's Disease

Hip Dysplasia
Exocrine Pancreatic Insufficiency
Gastric Dilation Volvulus (GDV) or Bloat

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

Patellar Luxation
Progressive Retinal Atrophy (PRA)
Collie Eye Anomaly (CEA)

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

Eye Examination
Radiographs
Complete Physical Examination

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

Shollie 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.

Shollies 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 Shollie, 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 Shollies 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.

Shollies require significant grooming, including regular trims and professional grooming assistance to maintain their coat. They may also require frequent bathing to keep their coat and skin healthy.

Smooth Scottish Fox Terrier should be brushed at least once a week. Of course you can give them more frequent brushes if you find that they are still shedding a lot

Ideally, Shollie should be brushed at least 2 or 3 times a week (preferably daily) improve shedding.

Pin Brush
Slicker Brush
Clipper
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Slicker Brush
Deshedder
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 70-80 pound (32 - 36 kg) Shollie feed 3 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 a Shollie 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 a Shollie 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.

This breed is sensitive and requires gentle handling and a calm home environment.

This breed is sensitive to its environment and best suited for patient and understanding families with a consistent routine.

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

Shollies are good apartment dogs as long as they get enough exercise and stimulation outside of the apartment.

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

Shollies are good with cats, but early training is needed to prevent chasing behavior.

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

Shollies 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.

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

Smooth Scottish Fox Terriers are popular for their ease of training and quick learning ability.

The Shollie is highly intelligent and eager to please, making it a great choice for both novice and experienced dog owners due to its easy trainability.