Independent / Spirited / Diehard

Please read about the Scottie and find out why they are a good fit for you!

Here at West Texas Scottish Terriers our goal is to provide top quality care for our Scotties and to prepare healthy companions for loving homes. These are not kennel dogs, these dogs are a part of our family and are treated as such. All of our dogs are on regularly scheduled veterinary care. All shots and worming are always up-to-date. We love sharing our home with them, grooming them, and occasionally breeding them.

Please do your research about the breed before buying. It is very important that you understand the nature of the Scottie to make sure it will be a good fit for you and your lifestyle. If you are interested in a Scottie and have any other questions, we urge you to reach out and ask! Scottish Terriers are loyal watch dogs who love protecting their family. They can be territorial and feisty. Scotties were originally bred to hunt vermin on farms as well as badgers and foxes in the Highlands of Scotland. They are nicknamed the "Diehard". The Earl of Dumbarton gave this nickname because of their bravery. A male dog should weigh 19-22 pounds and a bitch from 18-21 pounds. They come in the colors black, brindle, and wheaten. They have a wiry coat, beard, and sturdy body. They love digging and chasing! By teaching your Scottie good manners from puppyhood, you will be rewarded with a gentle and loving friend! Franklin D. Roosevelt, our 32nd president of the United States, owned a Scottie named Fala. She is included with the FDR statue in Washington, D.C. George W. Bush, our 43rd president, also owned a Scottie! A couple of other famous places you may have seen the Scottie is in the board game Monopoly or Jock in Disney's The Lady & The Tramp.

Scottish Terriers are generally healthy and when looking for a Scottie it is important to be knowledgeable about health issues pertaining to the breed. Health issues to look out for include von Willebrand's Disease (vWD), Cranial Mandibular Osteopathy (CMO), liver shunt, and hypothyroidism. We follow the Orthopedic Foundation for Animals guidelines for health testing of our Scottish Terriers. Many of these won't show up in an adult dog, but can still be transmitted to the puppies if they are a carrier for it. Maintaining a flea-free environment is best to help reduce skin problems due to flea allergies. Our testing is posted publicly for anyone to view at OFA. Please check out Our Clan for more information.

If you'd like to know more about us, our dogs, or to inquire about a future Scottie puppy (or retired dog), please use the Contact Us page and send us an email.