Scolden Terrier Breed Information & Characteristics

Unfortunately, the Scolden Terrier is not hypoallergenic, making it not a good choice for a dog lover who suffers from pet allergies.

Playful
Independent
Alert
Intelligent
Confident
Friendly
Reliable
Quick
Kind
Selfish
Trustworthy

Scolden Terrier dogs are low shedders. The coat sheds an average amount and doesn't require much care.

The Scolden Terrier dogs are average watchdogs. If they sense something different, this breed will alert their owner.

United States

Scottish Terrier and Golden Retriever

DRA = Dog Registry of America, Inc.

2000's

Brown

Black

Cream
Gray
Black

The coat of a Scolden Terrier falls in the medium length category.

Straight

A Scolden Terrier can have a litter of 5-10 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.

The adaptability of Scolden Terrier dogs is a well-known trait, they are known for being able to adjust well to different living environments and lifestyle changes.

The Scolden Terrier breed is commonly healthy with low vet costs, regular check-ups may not be as necessary but it's important to keep an eye on their health and have them checked by a veterinarian when needed.

Retinal Dysplasia
Hip And Elbow Dysplasia
Von Willebrand's Disease
Subaortic Stenosis

Patellar Luxation
Deafness
Pulmonic Stenosis
Cataracts
Diabetes
Hypothyroidism
Portosystemic Shunt
Progressive Retinal Atrophy (PRA)
Persistent Pupillary Membranes (PPM)

Complete Blood Count
Brain Auditory Evoked Response (BAER)
Internal Imaging (x-ray, CT scan, MRI, etc.)
Blood And Urine Analysis
Ear Tests and Myringotomy Tests
Blood Sugar and Thyroid Tests
Yearly Physical Examination
Eye Examinations (both internal as well as external)
X-rays of various parts of the skeletal system
Dental and Oral Examinations
Hip and Elbow X-rays

For those who lead a balanced lifestyle, Scolden Terriers may be a good choice as they have an average energy level.

Scolden Terrier have very high social needs. These needs include regular mental and physical stimulation, a job or purpose, and companionship. They thrive in environments where they have a lot of interaction with humans and other dogs.

The Scolden Terrier dog requires a moderate amount of physical activity to maintain a healthy lifestyle. These breeds are ideal for people who have a moderate amount of time to devote to their pet and enjoy regular physical activity themselves. They also make great family pets as they have the energy to keep up with children and the temperament to be great companions.

Scolden Terriers dogs are tend to sleep less than other breeds, but they still require adequate sleep to maintain good health.

Scolden Terriers tend to bark moderately, they bark when necessary, such as to alert their owner or to communicate something. They may also bark due to certain triggers like fear, alarm, boredom, greeting, separation anxiety and compulsive barking.

Scolden Terriers 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 Scolden Terrier, it's at least 9 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

In general most Scolden Terriers usually need at least 90 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 Scolden Terrier is a breed of dog that requires an average amount of grooming effort.

Scolden 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

Pin Brush
Deshedder
Nail Clipper

For an average 25-40 pound (11 - 18 kg) Scolden Terrier 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 Scolden Terrier is somewhere $1.70 - $2.00 per day.

The average per month expenses of a Scolden 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 Scolden Terrier breed is considered very intelligent and easy to train.

This dog breed is more sensitive than others and easily overwhelmed by new surroundings and people. They need gentle handling and a calm, stable home environment with positive reinforcement training.

The Scolden Terrier is an apartment-friendly dog breed. They can do perfectly well in apartments providing they are sufficiently exercised and taken out and about as part of their owner's daily lifestyle.

A Scolden Terriers typical characteristics indicate that this breed of dog is an ideal companion for kids and makes them family pets. Their gentle and protective nature and calm mentality make them gel along quickly with the younger humans

Scolden Terriers are one of the best dogs for cats. They're accept cats readily as part of the family. However, this dog breed should be trained to not chase after the kitty early on

Scolden Terriers are friendly, active and loyal companions. They generally love to be around other dogs, making them a good family pet for some,

Scolden Terriers are friendly dogs and won't commonly bark at strangers. However, if you wish to change this, training them is easy. With their intelligence, teaching this breed to do anything is pretty simple.

The Scolden Terrier is a playful dog. So, no matter how busy the day may get, the best thing you can do for your Scolden Terrier is to make time each day to play. It can be as little as 15-20 minutes, and it will mean the world to them.

Scolden Terrier dogs are known for their ease of training and ability to learn quickly, making them a popular choice for pet owners and trainers alike.