Active
Playful
Independent
Alert
Intelligent
Affectionate
Quick
Selfish
Fearless

Active
Curious
Playful
Independent
Happy
Agile
Courageous
Intelligent
Confident
Friendly
Outgoing
Lively
Gentle
Fearless
Faithful

United States

United States

Scottish Terrier and Smooth Fox Terrier

Shih Tzu, Schipperke

2000's

Unknown

Brown

Brown

Black

Black

Black
White
Brindle
Pied

Black
Brown
Cream
Red
White

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 Skip-Shzu can have a litter of 3-7 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.

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

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 Skip-Shzu breed is generally healthy, occasional vet check-ups are still necessary to address any health concerns.

Von Willebrand's Disease

Hip Dysplasia

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

Intervertebral Disc Disease
Cataracts
Glaucoma
Hypothyroidism

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.

Skip-Shzu has above average social needs and thrives with interaction with humans and other dogs.

Smooth Scottish Fox Terriers sleep less than other breeds but still need adequate sleep for good health.

Skip-Shzus have moderate energy levels and typical sleep patterns of 12-14 hours per day.

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 Skip-Shzu, it's at least 7 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 Skip-Shzus usually need at least 20 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.

Skip-Shzus 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, Skip-Shzu should be brushed at least 2 or 3 times a week (preferably daily) improve shedding.

Pin Brush
Slicker Brush
Clipper
Nail Clipper

Pin 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 10-15 pound (5 - 7 kg) Skip-Shzu feed 1 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 Skip-Shzu is somewhere $1.10 - $1.40 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 Skip-Shzu is between $35 - $42. This makes an average of $420 - $504 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.

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

Skip-Shzus have an average level of friendliness towards children.

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

Skip-Shzus are very friendly with cats and make great companions for them.

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

Skip-Shzus are friendly and active companions, and can be good family pets, though their friendliness towards other dogs may vary.

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

Skip-Shzus are usually easy to train but require consistency to fully obey commands.