Breed Clubs - South Africa
- Alaskan Malamute
- Australian Shepherd Dog
- Basenji
- Boerboel
- Borzoi
- Boston
- Boxer
- Bulldog
- Chinese Crested
- Chow Chow
- Corgi
- Dachshund
- Dobermann
- French Bulldog
- German Shepherd
- Golden Retriever
- Great Dane
- Greyhounds & Whippet
- Irish Wolfhound
- Jack Russell Terrier
- Labrador Retriever
- Miniature Dachshund
- Miniature Schnauzer
- Pomeranian
- Poodles
- Rhodesian Ridgeback
- Rottweiler
- Saluki
- Scottish Terrier
May/June 2009
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- Setters
- Shetland Sheepdog
- Spaniels
- Staffordshire Bull Terrier
- White Swiss Shepherd
- Xoloiztcuintle
- Yorkshire Terrier
Scottish Terriers
It is recommended that only reputable breeders should be approached when seeking breed information or if you wish to purchase a puppy.
See the advertisements in either this month's issue, our classifieds section, or our back issues featuring your breed of choice. Alternatively contact one of the clubs listed below for breeders in your area.
Gauteng |
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KUSA Terrier Clubs |
SA Short-Legged Terrier Club
Transvaal Terrier Club
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Eastern Cape |
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| KUSA Terrier Club | Terrier Club – Eastern Cape
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Free State |
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KUSA Terrier Club |
Centenary Terrier Club
OFS Terrier Club
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Kwazulu Natal |
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| KUSA Terrier Club | Natal Terrier Club
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Western Cape |
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| KUSA Terrier Club | Cape Terrier Club |
Fact File - Scottish Terriers
| KUSA Group | Terrier group | |
| FCI Group | Terrier group | |
Original Function |
Bred to go to ground in the Scottish Highlands along with the Dandie Dinmont, Cairn and West Highland White Terriers | |
| Modern Function | Faithful, devoted, protective, loyal friend and companion dog. | |
Appearance |
Short-legged, cobby dog of great power. | |
Weight |
Ideal weight: 8,5kg – 10,5kg | |
| Height | Ideal height: 25- 28 cms | |
Coat Colour |
Black, Wheaten, Brindle of any shade (except white). Wheaten thought to have been the original colour. | |
| Coat Texture | Close-lying double coat, undercoat short, dense and soft, outer coat harsh, dense and wiry, together making a weather-resisting covering. | |
Grooming |
Grows a thick and profuse coat and this requires regular care and attention to maintain it in good order. | |
Personality/Temperament |
Bold but never aggressive. Lovable, charming with loads of character. Can be aloof. | |
Compatibility with other dogs |
They need to be well socialized and carefully integrated as with the majority of Terriers. | |
| Compatibility with cats and other animals | When raised together they can be great friends but being bred to go to ground, may see cats and other animals as fair game. Firm handling and training needed here. | |
Compatibility with people/children |
Have a great sense of dignity and they are sticklers for convention, so to settle happily with children they should be raised together. Not the ideal dog for very small children. He needs to know that YOU are the leader of the pack. | |
Living Space – Indoors/Outdoors |
Indoors. They like to have you around. | |
Space and Exercise |
Scotties are active and like to go for walks – need regular exercise to keep in peak condition. | |
Trainability |
Can be stubborn, will need firm but gentle handling from an early age. They have been successful in obedience. | |
Suitability as Watchdog |
Scotties are natural guards and nearly all have an inherent protective instinct. They are a territorial breed and will announce visitors loudly. | |
Noise Factor |
They do not usually bark without good cause. | |
| Average Lifespan | 12 -15 Years | |
| Feeding | Feed a good quality dog food, and follow the manufacturer’s recommendations for age and weight. Fresh water should always be available. | |
Health |
Generally hardy dogs, strong and healthy, but can be prone to skin ailments, cancers and Scotty Cramp. | |
| Availability | Enquire via Clubs (SA Shortlegged Terrier Club) for reputable breeders and healthy puppies. Be prepared to wait for well-bred puppies! | |
| Some questions to ask Breeders | Ask to see the Sire & Dam. Are the puppies KUSA registered? Have puppies been de-wormed and vaccinated? |