Scotchi
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Breed Attributes
General
Breed group: Type: Hybrid Talent:
Physical
Size: Small Weight: 16-20 pounds Fur length: Short Ears: Pointy Fur type: Straight Fur Color: Black, Black & Brown, Dark Brown / Chocolate, Merle / Spotted / Brindle / Speckled, White / Cream
ATTRIBUTES
Life Expectancy: 12-15 years Rarity: Common Availability: Easily available Climate: Good for every climate.
Breed Details
General
The Scotchi are hybrids from Scottish Terrier and Chihuahua. These lovely small dogs are averagely aggressive and are barker especially when they sense strangers around.
Color
Scotchi dogs come in a combination of black, dark gray and tan or sometimes in solid tri-coloured, or parti colouring with mixtures of the solid coat with patches of white, tan, fawn or blue in the body which they possibly get from their chihuahua parent. Some also come in solid white.
Coat
These have a coarse, wiry, short-haired coat.
Personality
The Scotchi is a loving, affectionate yet averagely aggressive dogs. However, they can be sweet and snugly. They are very alert and is tough. They have a charming, cute and wonderful personality. They can be devoted and values their family.
Care
These dogs moderately sheds. Brushing and grooming regularly are advised. Bathing should be done when necessary.
Training
Scotchi dogs are not so intelligent. Training them might be a problem. Early training and socialization with proper reinforcements are needed.
Activity
The Scotchi dogs are not so energetic dogs. They may play at times but are rather lazy at times.
