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Scottish Terrier
8.1
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👉 Dignified and loyal to their person with a low-maintenance lifestyle - but one of the most stubborn and independent of all terriers and not a people-pleaser.

Dignified bold and independent. One of the most recognized silhouettes in dogdom.

Year 1 Cost Estimate
$3,300 to $6,300
Includes purchase, first-year vet care, vaccines, spay/neuter, and supplies. Rescue path costs significantly less — take the quiz to see both paths.
Pros
Very loyal to their person Alert watchdog Low shedding with regular grooming
Cons
Standoffish with strangers Stubborn and independent Can be dog-aggressive
Health Issues
Scottie cramp Von Willebrands disease Bladder cancer - higher rate Patellar luxation

Full health screening checklist included in the paid report.

✓ No common insurance restrictions
🐶 Rescue: Sometimes found in rescue
Recommended Starter Kit
MidWest iCrate 24" Dog Crate →Rabbitgoo No-Pull Dog Harness →Purina Pro Plan Small Breed →KONG Classic Dog Toy →Nina Ottosson Puzzle Feeder →Bully Sticks Bulk Pack →Furhaven Orthopedic Dog Bed →Hertzko Self-Cleaning Slicker Brush →Zesty Paws 8-in-1 Multivitamin Chews →

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Rescue vs Breeder cost split, 3-year projection, training timeline, and breeder checklist are in the full report.

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