thinking of buying scottish terrier,any problems with this breed?

Answer 1

Learn about terriers - they can be tenacious, energetic and need lots of exercise and stimulation. I would not recommend one in a home with other small animals (such as cats, rodents or rabbits) since they have very high prey drive.

Answer 2

What everyone has said about Terriers is true of the Scottie. My grandmother had one for 12 years (she just lost him this fall), and he was a funny little dog. A very serious guy, not too fond of being petted, but always interested in being near the family. He died of liver cancer.

He did nip at my little cousin once, after she startled him by pulling his tail. He was older then, a bit cranky, but I still am not sure if I'd recommend them for a house with small children.

Answer 3

Scottish Terriers have a greater chance of developing some cancers than other purebreds. According to research by the Veterinary Medical Data Program, six cancers that Scotties appeared to be more at risk for bladder cancer and other transitional cell carcinomas of the lower urinary tract; malignant melanoma; gastric carcinoma; squamous cell carcinoma of the skin; lymphatics and nasal carcinoma. Other cancers that are known to commonly affect Scotties include mast cell sarcoma and hemangiosarcoma.
Research has suggested that Scottish Terriers are 20 times more likely to get bladder cancer than other breeds and the most common kind of bladder cancer is transitional cell carcinoma of the bladder. Dr. Deborah Knapp of Purdue University School of Veterinary Medicine has commented "TCC usually occurs in older dogs (average age 11 years) and is more common in females (2:1 ratio of females to males)." Symptoms of TCC are blood in the urine, straining to urinae, and frequent urination — although owners noticing any of these symptoms should also be aware that the same symptoms may also be indicative of a urinary tract infection. Veterinary assistance should be sought, and an ultrasound should be requested to confirm.
The most common and effective form of treatment for TCC is Piroxicam, a non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug that "allows the cancer cells to kill themselves." In order to help prevent cancer in a dog, an owner should ensure that their dog has minimal exposure to herbicides, pesticides, solvents and cigarette smoke; use caution when treating dogs with some flea medications; provide a healthy, organic, vitamin-rich diet (low in carbohydrates, high in vegetables) and plenty of exercise.
Two other genetic health concerns in the breed are von Willebrand disease and craniomandibular osteopathy; Scottie cramp, patellar luxation and cerebellar abiotrophy are also sometimes seen in this breed. Scottish Terrier owners are advised to have DNA tests performed to screen for von Willebrand's disease. Scotties typically live between 11 and 13 years.

Answer 4

Stubborn little bull headed terriers! They can be great pets though, once you work past that terrier willfulness :)

Answer 5

I had a scottie and he was the love of my live. He was great with kids, had a wonderful personality, was smart and easy to train. He never killed another animal and was a great in house pet.

Answer 6

To find out what the Scottie is really like, contact one of the breed clubs to find your nearest breeder and ask if you can visit them to meet their dogs and ask any questions you want.
http://www.nestc.co.uk/Ownership.htm
http://www.thekennelclub.org.uk/item/83

Answer 7

I have always found them to be snappy aggresive little sods. They seem to have a dislike for other breeds

Answer 8

Well a mini Schnauzer is good they are good guard dogs and good with children and good with all pets and are smart but if you are a woman you might not want to get a male Schnauzer because they could have a sexual problem over you

Answer 9

They have their own set of health problems. Visit the site for all the info you need.

http://clubs.akc.org/stca/

Answer 10

Here's the answers, from the experts

http://www.stca.biz/Newcomers/theRoad.htm

and here:

http://www.stca.biz/Newcomers/RedCorner.htm