Cascade Scottish Terrier Club

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Homemade solution for soiling rugs
HOMEMADE REMEDIES
If your Scottie is confused by puppy pee pads
and is now using your throw rugs, here is a
way to correct the problem without spending
a fortune on products currently on the market.
Try this homemade solution:
By: Patty Soza
Simple Ingredients
8 oz Spray Bottle
32 oz Reconstituted Lemon Juice
1 Gallon Distilled White
Vinegar
(use test spot for colorfastness)
Directions
Fill the spray bottle half full
of lemon juice. Fill the rest of
the bottle with vinegar. Replace
the cap and shake the bottle to
mix the ingredients.
Spray you can make yourself
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Oregon and Washington
Spray all areas of the throw rug and repeat
daily to deter your dog from wee-weeing on
the rug.
If you have more than one throw rug, try
establishing better habits with one rug at a
time.
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EXPLORING
OREGON
Spring and Summer Issues
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Protect yourself when out and about
By: Patty Soza
One of the most rewarding aspects of dog
ownership is being able to explore the
Northwest with your Scottie.
Unfortunately, the more active you are on
trails, in parks and even in your own
neighborhood, the more risk you face with
irresponsible owners.
Off leash walks are a very controversial
subject among dog owners. Some feel they
have the right, no matter what the laws
indicate, to take walks off leash. It is usually
these same owners who cause problems for
others.
There’s the problem of poop not being picked
up, wildlife being slaughtered, or the dog
going missing and possibly needing rescue,
but the most frightening part is the risk of
being bitten or having your own dog severely
injured.
Countless incidents recount owners insisting
their dog is friendly, when the dog’s body
language clearly indicates otherwise and
things escalate.
To protect yourself, it’s become necessary to
carry pepper spray. Carry a cell phone or a
camera to photo ID an owner and their dog if
you have a run in with them and don’t
hesitate to get their information if need be.
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B.A.R.F.
Things to know about Raw Diets
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Use Caution if you Feed Raw Foods
By: Patty Soza
Quality dog foods provide a balanced diet
for your Scottie.
Here are some foods to watch out for if
you’re thinking of transitioning to a raw diet:
Frequently adding raw eggs to your
Scottie’s diet can cause a Biotin
deficiency, which results in hair loss,
poor growth and dermatitis.
Some raw fish can cause a thiamine
deficiency, which results in abnormal
posture, loss of appetite, seizures and
possibly death.
Raw meats may contain parasites
and bacteria and don’t provide your
dog with enough calcium or other
nutrients they may need.
Frequently feeding raw liver can lead
to Vitamin A toxicity in dogs.
Small, soft bones should never be
given to dogs because they can
splinter.
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Dog barks, thoughts, dreams
Tail wagging conveys emotion
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What is your Scottie feeling?
By: Patty Soza
Neuroscientists believe that they know the
psychological motivations behind dogs’
barks, thoughts and dreams.
Their findings indicate that dogs have the
same brain structures that produce emotions
in humans.
But the mind of a dog is equivalent to the
mind of a 2½ year old child, meaning that
they may not have all the possible emotions
we do. For this reason, dogs do not have
emotions like guilt, pride, contempt or
shame for example.
Small dogs have more dreams than large
dogs, but large dogs’ dreams last longer.
There is scientific evidence that dogs do
smile and they do laugh in a way similar to
panting.
Barks are mainly meant to sound the alarm,
bark in greeting, initiate play or
communicate the need for companionship.
Tail wagging usually conveys emotions that
barking can’t.
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Your Scottie’s Sixth Sense
A sense of the mysterious
Recently scientists have discovered that
dogs can see ultraviolet light, while our
eyes filter out UV light. They suspect that
dogs use this ability to spot potential mates
and avoid predators. Even less is known
about a dog’s sixth sense, their intuition.
We’ve all heard stories about animals
sensing earthquakes, tsunamis and bad
weather before they struck, or sensing an
impending death or illness. Some
speculate that they sense changes in the
air, barometric pressure or
electromagnetic fields. Others believe that
their sense of smell, hearing and eyesight
allow them this special ability.
Bridget Pilloud, an animal communicator in
Portland, Oregon believes that dogs
understand energy cognitively.
Although scientists have tested, they have
yet to conclude the meaning behind how
differently they respond in these instances
since their unusual ability is hard to trace.
They sense changes in the air
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Trusting
Trust and Scotties
It’s no surprise that dogs are socially aware
of people and other dogs, but scientists
have only recently measured their ability to
judge emotion.
Now studies are asserting that dogs can
determine if you are trustworthy or not.
Once they decide you aren’t trustworthy,
they are less likely to follow your
commands.
If you try to deceive your pet, even in fun,
they may be less likely to believe you when
you need them to.
They are able to assess whether you are a
reliable guide, and quite quickly it seems.
If the people in their lives let them down
enough, they might become fearful,
aggressive or stressed. But they love new
information and will quickly learn to trust a
new, more reliable person.
Scotties know who to trust
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By: Patty Soza
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Interesting Facts about Scottish Terriers
Trivia about Scotties
Scotties have been loved by many,
including Shirley Temple, Rudyard Kipling,
Joan Crawford, Humphrey Bogart, Julie
Andrews and Betty Davis; even Hitler got
two Scottish Terriers for his fiancée, Eva
Braun.
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In London in 1879, a terrier owned by Sir
Paynton Pigott was the first Scottish terrier
to be entered in this show, and also won
first prize in his class.
The Scottish terrier has won more “Best in
Show” titles at Westminster’s Kennel Club
Dog Show than any other breed.
Love of the breed
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Scottish Terriers have lived in the White
House with three presidents: Franklin
Delano Roosevelt, Dwight D. Eisenhower,
and George W. Bush.
Franklin Roosevelt spent $15,000 for a
destroyer to pick up his Scottie in the
Aleutian Islands
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Preparing to adopt a Scottie
Adoption Preparations
Rescue groups have many expectations. It is their
job to ensure that the dog will get the best possible
home. They rely heavily on your answers to
questions such as these:
The age and occupation of those living in
the household.
Details about your home type and whether
you have a fenced-in yard.
Where, specifically, you plan to keep the
dog and where it will sleep.
How long the dog will be left alone each
day.
How often you think the dog will need vet
care and grooming.
What kind of food you plan to feed the dog.
The pets you own and why you no longer
have former pets.
Whether you have ever owned a Scottish
terrier.
Who will inherit the dog in the event of your
death?
The final step will be signing a contract. You can
find these groups at: http://www.petfinder.com
Contacting a rescue group
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By: Patty Soza
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Is Your Scottie Left or Right-Pawed?
By: Patty Soza
Scottie Similarities to Us
Studies show that just like us, our Scotties
tend to favor one paw over another when
reaching for something.
To determine if your Scottie is right-pawed
or left-pawed, try these four suggestions:
Place a treat under the sofa and see
which paw your Scottie uses to retrieve
it.
Watch what paw your Scottie holds a
bone with while chewing it.
Right Pawed or Left Pawed
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Observe which paw your Scottie uses
when taking a first step forward.
Place a Kong ball full of treats in front of
your Scottie and observe which paw is
used to hold it to get the food.
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Learn from your Scottie
What Scotties teach us
Here are some actions and attitudes you
can borrow from your Scottie:
Live like a Scottie
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By: Patty Soza
Express how you feel without words
Schedule lots of play time
Make everyone happy
Let your joy have no bounds
Bring gifts to those you love
Spend lots of time walking
Be you and be okay with it
Walk with your head held high
Live with no fear
Be mysterious
Engage nature...squirrels, birds,
butterflies
Let your cares be momentary
Don’t be afraid to disagree
Make others your first priority
Protest what’s most important to you
Don’t be afraid to act goofy
Be stubbornly persistent
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Grain Free Dog Biscuits
Dog Biscuit Recipe
Making your own dog biscuits can save you money
when you’re concerned about ingredients.
Try this healthier version of a homemade treat:
By: Patty Soza
Ingredients
1 Sweet Potato
1 Egg
¼ C Unsweetened Coconut Milk
½ C Kevala Almond Butter (no salt or
sugar)
1½ T Flax
2 T Water
½ C Coconut Flour
Make your own dog treats
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Directions
Preheat oven to 350°. Combine flax and water
and let it sit until it becomes a paste. Cut the sweet
potato into wedges, boil until soft and mash.
Combine all ingredients and mix well. Line a
baking sheet with pan lining paper. Drop batter
onto baking sheet. Bake 15 minutes, then press
paw print shapes into batter. Bake another 20
minutes and let cool.
Keep refrigerated.
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Be Prepared
Plan for the Unexpected
When leaving home with your Scottie:
If you are considering daycare, you will be
expected to have their vaccinations up to date, but
your concern should be play and rest schedules,
handling techniques, how dogs will be grouped,
facility first aid training and whether they will have
access to the outdoors.
When you are walking your Scottie, consider the
condition of the lead and collar or harness, keep an
extra tag with your phone number on their collar,
protect them from inclement weather, carry an
alarm or protection against other dogs and provide
your dog with enough training to come when called
or have treats on hand should they break free of
their lead.
Put up flyers, contact petamberalert.com, craigslist
and the local shelters if you fail to find your dog on
foot and carry a pad and pen to give your contact
info to neighbors and passersby should they see
your dog.
At the dog park, check the perimeter of the fence
for possible escape routes. Keep your eye on your
dog at all times and don’t rely on the word of an
owner that their dog is friendly or harmless. Leave if
there is any aggression.
Have a backup plan
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By: Patty Soza
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Numbers you should know
Recommendations by the number
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Scottie Age Appropriate Care
By: Patty Soza
Here are a few numbers you can use while
raising your Scottie:
For each year of their first two years, your
Scotties age is 10.5 years for each year.
After that, subtract 2 from your Scottie’s
age in years, multiply that by 4 and add 21.
Most Veterinarians recommend that you
spay or neuter your dog between 6-9
months of age.
Begin socializing your puppy at 8 weeks of
age.
When training a puppy, begin 2-3 times a
day for no more than 3 minutes.
Start your pup on walks of 5 to 10 minutes
and gradually increase to no more than a
mile until they are 1½ year old.
Any diet changes should be gradual over a
3 week period.
Trim nails at a minimum of 4 weeks and get
your Scottie professionally groomed at least
2 times a year.
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Scotties greet Santa
Scottie schedule
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A Scottie Christmas
By: Patty Soza
CHRISTMAS EVE
4:20 a.m. Both Scotties poke me with wet noses to see if I’m
awake
4:30 a.m. I say lots of bad things (expletive) and open the doggie
door
5:03 a.m. My Scotties bark outside, starting a chorus of barks
everywhere
6:16 a.m. I say lots of bad things (expletive) and close the doggie
door
8:15 a.m. I go to pick up relatives at the airport and the dogs sleep
10:11 a.m. My Scotties sometimes barks at invaders outside and
then sleep
7:00 p.m. We arrive home, which NEVER ceases to amaze the
dogs
7:01 p.m. My Scotties grab toys for us to share their joy
8:00 p.m. Everyone visits until bedtime
8:01 p.m. My Scotties sleep or roll and grunt happily in the hall
9:01 p.m. I say bad things (expletive) when the noise awakens
guests
9:30 p.m.(Finally) Sleep
12:00 a.m. My Scotties hears Santa and alarms the family
12:01 a.m. I say lots of bad things (expletive) and go back to sleep
CHRISTMAS DAY
12:00 a.m. Santa gives the dogs bones for quietly helping him
leave gifts
3:00 a.m. My Scotties check again for intruders outside then go
back to bed
4:20 a.m. My Scotties poke me with wet noses, hoping its ok they
let Santa in
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Scottie length and height
Scottie standards
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How to Measure your Scottie
By: Patty Soza
All dog breeds have standards for the
ideal dog of that breed. A standard
includes acceptable colors, structure and
size.
Unlike some breeds, the Scottish terrier
has one height and length for either sex.
From the withers (shoulder blade) to the
floor, the acceptable height is about 10
inches and from the withers to the tail, the
standard length is about 11 inches. The
most recent STCA standard was revised
to these measurements in the 1990s.
Originally, the breed’s standards were first
written by the Scottish Terrier Club of
Scotland in 1888, and revised by the
Scottish Terrier Club of England in 1933.
To accurately measure your Scottish
terrier, the height is taken with the dog
standing on a level surface.
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Winterize your Scottie
Scottie winter tips
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Keep Your Scottie Safe This Winter
By: Patty Soza
Winter can be hazardous to your pets.
Use these prevention measures to keep
your Scotties safe.
More dogs go missing in winter than any
other season. It’s especially important to
keep your pet leashed when weather is
severe, and ensure that they are wearing
ID tags.
Salted surfaces can irritate Scottie paws
and tummies. When using melters,
choose a salt and chloride free formula,
and clean your Scottie’s paws once
inside.
If you anticipate less activity during the
winter, adjust your dog’s diet to keep
them fit and trim through the season.
Although homes are warm, floors can be
colder in the winter. Make sure your
Scottie has a soft place to rest, away
from drafts.
Keep Poinsettias, Mistletoe and Holly
Berries out of reach of your Scottie.
And, just as in warm weather, never
leave your Scottie unattended in the car.
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SCOTTIE PLACE
MAT
Scottie DIY Placemat Gift
By: Patty Soza
Tools and Materials:
Laminating Pouch
8 ½ x 11 image of your dog or design
Iron
Fabric to cover pouch while ironing
Having a cleanable mat under your Scottie’s
bowl protects the floor and provides a more
sanitary eating area.
To make your own mat, preheat your iron to
medium high or high.
Place your design in a laminating pouch and
cover over it with fabric.
Iron the area with quick strokes to avoid an
uneven seal
Scottie crafts
Once firmly sealed, trim around the edges to
an eighth of an inch and clip sharp corners
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Optional:
Use a press and stick rug pad for a firm grip
to the floor
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SCOTTIES AT
THANKSGIVING
Thanksgiving wish
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Scottie Thanksgiving Itinerary
By: Patty Soza
Thought for this week:
The only creatures that are evolved enough to
convey pure love are dogs and infants.
~Johnny Depp~
Scottie Wish list Early rise to walk through the neighborhood
Neighbor out and has treats to feed me
Warm towel drying after walk
Delicious smells coming from the kitchen
Breakfast includes pumpkin puree
Lots of excitement and activity today
Someone puts on Dog TV
Get to go to the market with family
Grab Mr. Hedgehog toy for tug ‘o war
We all climb on the recliner for TV
A round of rolling and grunting on the rug
Backyard exploration and squirrel chase
Thorough self grooming before our dinner
Greet visitors who all want to scratch me
Outside view from sofa of any new visitors
Thanksgiving Day Dinner in my bowl
Long nap on the couch
Walk off dinner around the neighborhood
Lots of fall leaves to race through
Tucked next to family ni’ night
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SCOTTIES AT
THANKSGIVING
A Dog Thanksgiving
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Sharing at Thanksgiving
By: Patty Soza
With Thanksgiving a little more than a week away,
the planning has probably already begun.
Here is a list of foods guests should be warned not
to feed to your Scotties:
Turkey skin, fat and Bones Skin is higher in
fat and has probably been cooked in highly
seasoned juices. Poultry bones are brittle and
splinter.
Cranberry sauce is full of sugar, which is
harmful to a dog’s blood sugar and insulin
levels.
Chocolate Most people know that chocolate
is bad for dogs, but your guests might not
have dogs and may forget that these treats
must be kept out of reach.
Onions destroy a dog’s red blood cells.
Ingesting a small amount may cause no
harm, but nevertheless, they are toxic to our
Scotties.
Nuts Some nuts are more toxic than others,
but specifically macadamia nuts and walnuts
can make dogs very ill.
For a more comprehensive list, see:
https://www.aspca.org/pet-care/virtual-petbehaviorist/dog-behavior/foods-are-hazardous-dogs
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SCOTTIE ANXIETY
Calming your Scottie
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Treating your Scottie’s Anxiety
By: Patty Soza
Many types of anxiety can be helped or outgrown
by simply socializing your Scottie. Others, can be
helped through desensitization and conditioning.
It may take some creativity on your part to relieve
your Scottie’s tension, but here are some simple
solutions.
Exercise helps in a number of ways. It stimulates
serotonin and helps burn off some of that pent up
energy.
If your Scottie hates being groomed, start out
using a softer hair brush until they are used to
being brushed. The more handling your Scottie
gets, the easier it will be.
If noises spook your Scottie, distract their attention
with puzzle toys or treat balls. Another popular
method is to play soothing music. There are many
compilations designed to ease dog anxiety.
All training takes time and patience, and with your
help, you can relieve your Scottie of the source of
their anxiety.
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SCOTTIES
INSTINCT
Scotties are hunters
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Scottie’s and Wildlife
By: Patty Soza
Predatory behavior is a normal for Scottish
Terriers. But since most Scotties are seldom
used to control vermin, the behavior can
become a problem. Your Scottie could be
injured chasing down wildlife and if your dog
encounters a skunk, it is quite painful, since
their nose is so sensitive.
Training must start as early as possible to
prevent problems later. Walk your Scottie on
leash in a wilderness area where you might
encounter squirrels, rabbits, ducks or geese.
Keep treats or a favorite toy handy. If your
Scottie becomes excited, call the dog by name
and run in the opposite direction, holding the
treats or toy in view and then award the treat or
toy to your Scottie. Repeat this on a number of
occasions until your Scottie turns to chase you
instead of wildlife, anticipating a reward.
If you are working with an older dog, or the
procedure doesn’t seem to be working, place a
key in a small canister and as soon as the dog
becomes excited by prey, shake the can
vigorously and say no. With luck, your Scottie
will associate the noise with seeing prey and
settle down with just the command no.
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A Scottie’s infectious joy
SCOTTIES: GUARDIANS
in an interview with Modern Dog Publisher
and Editor-in-Chief Connie Wilson, Eckhart
Tolle calls dogs ‘The Guardians of being”
because dogs teach us to relate deeply with
another being. Dogs are so approachable
that we can touch them and relate deep
feelings to them without the worries of
social correctness, because they are willing
to reciprocate.
Dogs are in the now and teach us how to
be there too. We can become too
engrossed in thinking until our dog reminds
us of our bodies and the world beyond. We
become too burdened with problems until
we focus on our dogs and what makes
them happy.
They love their walks and outings with us,
which are good for us also. When we are
restless at night, they help us relax and
sleep. They simplify and deepen our lives
with their infectious joy.
OF BEING
Scotties are in the now
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By: Patty Soza
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The key to Scottie loyalty
SCOTTIE
Consistency is at the heart of all Scottish
terrier training. They won’t understand if a
behavior is allowed one week and frowned
on the next. A Scottish terrier will take as
much affection and care as you are willing
to give them while they are adjusting to a
new home and feeling anxious and unsure.
There’s no harm in coddling a Terrier until
they adjust, as long as this is the way you
will always be to them. But keep in mind
that the more reassurance you give them
the better they will perform day to day.
They are independent little dogs and will be
on their way with consistency and love. A
Scottie’s devotion knows no bounds when
they know they have your love and that you
have their best interests in mind. Scottie’s
are loyal dogs and try very hard to please
the ones they love. The rewards of being
consistent and providing as much security
as you can for them come from a well
adjusted little dog, who learns quickly and
adapts readily, and loves you to pieces!
TRAINING
Scotties need consistency
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By: Patty Soza
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SCOTTIE
INTENSITY
Scotties are explorers
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A Scottie’s Character
By: Patty Soza
It's the character of the Scottie that charms
and captivates. Scotties carry themselves with
dignity, self-assurance, and poise. The Scottie
spirit is independent and complex. They can
be curious, friendly or fearless, all with the
same fierce intensity. They aren’t afraid to
enter the fray and give their opinion.
Scotties are particular about engaging others
requests for their attention, since their activities
are so important to them.
A Scottie’s tenaciousness and absorbed
exploration of their world makes them appear
aloof, but once you engage them, you see
beyond, to the wry sense of humor, playfulness
and zest for life. They share their world and
carry you beyond your own.
Their strong willed tenaciousness is tempered
by time, to adjust to their household, and in the
end they comply best because they love the
people and animals in their life so deeply.
Their intensity in all they do is what makes
them so remarkably different than other
breeds.
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A Scottie Owner’s Ten Commandments
SCOTTIE COMPANIONSHIP
A SCOTTIE OWNER’S TEN
COMMANDMENTS
1. My life span is ten to fifteen years. Any
separation from you is likely to be
painful.
2. Give me time to understand what you
want of me.
3. Place your trust in me. It is crucial for
my well-being.
4. Don't be angry with me for long. You
have a life outside our home but I have
only you.
5. Even if I don't understand your words, I
do understand your voice when
speaking to me.
6. Be aware that however you treat me, I
will never forget it.
7. Before you hit me, remember that I
could hurt you, and yet, I choose not to
bite you.
8. Before you scold me, ask yourself if I’m
not feeling well, feel neglected or alone.
9. Please take care of me when I grow old
- remember, you too, will grow old.
10. Everything is easier for me if you are
there because I love you so!
Understanding Scottie’s
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By: A Scottie Owner
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Dealing with Hair Tangles
SCOTTIE’S
Scottish Terriers have two layers of wiry hair. It
is recommended that they be professionally
groomed at least twice a year, but in between
grooming they tend to develop mats.
In the Northwest, the climate is damp, and damp
hair is more likely to matt. It is even more
important during fall and winter months to dry
and brush your Scottie’s coat to prevent a tangle
of matts, which is painful to the dog and hard for
the groomer to correct without cutting too much
hair away.
As soon as you come in from a walk, take a few
minutes to brush and dry your Scottie. They will
be all the more eager to go for walks in the cold
if they know that they will be protected from the
cold and freshened after their walk.
Arm pits, beards, rear ends and chests matt due
to friction, so make sure you reach these areas
while brushing.
You can saw through tight mats with scissors
and break them apart with your fingers and a
wide comb. Use treats for cooperation.
Make sure you don’t brush to the point that your
Scottie is upset. Instead, tackle it again later.
COAT
Tips to deal with matts
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By: Patty Soza
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LIVING WITH
SCOTTIES
The language of dogs
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In the Company of Scotties
By: Patty Soza
If you plan to bond with your Scottie and make the dog an
integral part of your life, your life will change dramatically.
If you get your Scottie as a puppy, the first few years will
be a discovery of the world around them, and they will be
learning how to behave around other dogs.
You cannot teach them the language of dogs but you can
be there as their guide and protector while they learn how
to join a group of dogs at a dog park, center or gathering.
The more experiences and interactions your Scottie has
with other dogs, the better the chances of learning the right
posture, confidence and appearance to mingle in a group
of other dogs. This does requires that you have some
knowledge of dog posturing, wagging and facial
expression, to determine whether it is menacing or
friendly, so you can protect your Scottie.
Scotties and all dogs like familiarity and routine, just as we
do. They will expect a predictable schedule of walks,
outings, meals, potty time and bedtime. Your goal is a well
adjusted dog, confident to meet their responsibilities and
experiences.
Your reward is the companionship, entertainment, and a
deepening love between you, every passing day. Scotties
make you a better person if you let them. They make it
easier to get past any fears of socializing and help you
stay fit. You will never be bored with a Scottie and most
likely will have some unique and wonderful experiences
that you may otherwise have never experienced without
them.
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Scottie Intelligence
SCOTTIE
By: Patty Soza
SMARTS
According to leading researchers, dogs’ mental
abilities are close to a 2 year old human child. Like
human toddlers, they have basic emotions like
happiness or disgust, but they don’t seem to
experience guilt, only fear. When it comes to
deception though, dogs are nearly as successful as
their owners to deceive.
In the distant past, it was believed that dogs’ mental
abilities were similar to ours, but with the rise of
science, this view reversed. With more research, we
are once again giving credibility to the similarities
between us.
Their social life is much more complex, more like a
human teenager, enabling them to show interest in
pack ranking and social order. They know when they
aren’t being treated fairly and will avoid eye contact
with the one who was unfair with them.
Scotties Abilities
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It seems that the longer a breed has been in
existence, the more likely their IQ isn’t as high, having
been bred specifically for a particular task and not
intelligence.
Scotties don’t make the list of the smartest breeds.
However, when they can figure out everything we want
them to know, they are also more likely to learn
everything they can get away with.
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Talk to your Scottie
By: Patty Soza
Scottie Vocabulary
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The first word your Scottie will need to learn is their
name. From there, you can get your Scottie’s
attention and begin a dialog with them.
Dogs use vocalization and gestures to convey their
feelings, just like you do. The better you understand
that language, the happier both of you will be. If you
can determine what your Scottie wants and they can
understand you, this will relieve some of the stress and
meet everyone’s needs.
When I brought our year old Scottie home, he never
made eye contact with me at first. Gradually he
learned that it was safe to look up to connect with me,
which made communication easier for both of us.
Dogs like routine and if allowed to, they will begin to
signal you in anticipation of regular events.
Although they are subtle, dogs use facial gestures to
communicate with you, like smiling. Yawning can
sometimes mean that your Scottie is embarrassed or
feeling stressed.
Play growling and barking are a very common Scottie
trait. They learn from you when this is appropriate and
when it’s become excessive.
Scotties, like all dogs don’t naturally understand
cuddling at first. This is our way, not theirs, but with
patience, your Scottie will understand your need to
cuddle and maybe even cuddle back, with their head
pressed to your chest.
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Sharing Your Bed
By: Patty Soza
SCOTTIE SLEEP
Scotties can share your bed
Pacific Northwest
The fact is, 45% of dogs sleep in their owner’s bed. If
you don’t have allergies and they don’t disturb your
sleep, there’s really no reason Scotties can’t share
your bed.
There are a number of benefits to allowing a dog to
have access to your bed. Close contact with your
Scottie assists in a bonding connection, which
supports the well being of both you and your dog. It
also keeps you intimately aware of the state of their
health and grooming needs.
If your Scottie is restless at night, there may be an
underlying issue that needs to be addressed and might
be missed without a closer connection to them. And
you’ll certainly remember their hygiene before flea
infestation becomes a problem or they are in need a
bath.
A closer connection to your Scottie also benefits your
health. According to researchers, the presence of a
dog can reduce blood pressure, decrease anxiety and
provide a sense of safety.
Initially, your Scottie will need time to anticipate and
accommodate your needs once you begin sleeping
together. Just as time is needed for a dog to fit into
your home, the same is true when they are allowed on
the bed. Once they learn the rules, they may even let
you sleep in!
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Scottie Food Intolerance/Allergies
By: Patty Soza
SCOTTIE DIET
Try an elimination diet.
Pacific Northwest
Some of the signs of food intolerance/allergy you may
notice are chronic ear problems, itchy skin, bald spots,
excess licking, itchy rear end, gas or diarrhea. Of the
many allergens causing distress, the most common
are beef, chicken, dairy, soy and grains.
Veterinarians have found that the problem can simply
be a poor choice of dog food, improper breeding,
nutritional or can be due to overuse of antibiotics.
The best way to determine the cause is try an
elimination diet. Begin by choosing lamb as a meat
source, since lamb is the easiest to digest. Read dog
food labels carefully to ensure that the ingredients
don’t include the most likely allergens. Problematic
grains include corn, wheat, and barley.
Any change in diet could cause further gastrointestinal
distress, so make the change slowly over the course of
a week, weaning your Scottie away from the old diet
with a mixture of old and increasingly new.
Once your Scottie improves, you can reintroduce
certain ingredients, one at a time, over several weeks
to see if there’s any reaction.
To be sure that your Scottie is still getting the nutrition
needed during this time, consider adding Missing Link
to their diet, especially if you decide to forego dog food
altogether and cook for your dog or try some other
alternative.
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Scottie Dental Health
By: Patty Soza
SCOTTIE
TEETH
Start a routine of regular
dental care
Pacific Northwest
For most people, brushing dog’s teeth is nearly as
difficult as clipping their nails. Some veterinarians
recommend using a soft bristle electric toothbrush to
quickly finish the job. An electric toothbrush is also
easier to clean after use, by turning it on while running
it under a faucet.
Whatever toothpaste you decide to use, squeeze it
into the bristles to prevent any toothpaste from getting
into their eyes.
A number of vets offer anesthesia free dental
cleanings. There are also services available with
qualified hygienists who can often come to your home
if your Scottie isn’t a good candidate for anesthesia
due to age or medical conditions.
If your Scottie has liver or kidney problems, heart
defects, injury, infection, hot spots or seizures, they
might need an alternative to anesthesia to clean their
teeth, and therefore, preventative care should be a
critical part of your routine.
To begin a routine of regular dental care, consider
starting out slowly. Getting into the habit of caring for
your Scottie’s teeth can take awhile to reinforce. You
might pick a weekend day and slowly increase the
frequency to include weekdays. Starting out slowly is
also a good way of easing your Scottie into accepting
dental care.
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PET
FOOD
Be cautious with changes
to diet
Pacific Northwest
Tips for Food and Treats
By: A Scottish terrier owner
Changes to your Scottie’s diet should be made
gradually to avoid gastrointestinal distress. A dog’s
digestive system is different than ours, increasing
the likelihood of bacterial imbalances.
Probiotic remedies are available to ease this
distress, such as Eagle Pack’s Holistic Solution, but
unnecessary if you simply introduce new foods
slowly to your dog’s diet.
Take five to seven days to make any change to diet,
mixing an increasing amount of new food to the old
food.
If the food you’ve been feeding has been recalled,
pick a food with similar ingredients, or one that is
easily digestible.
When reading food labels, the main ingredient will
be first on the label. Look for complete, balanced,
100% nutritious ingredients with zero potentially
harmful ingredients. Food should contain no
artificial colors, chemical preservatives, fillers or byproducts. The dog food you choose should be free
of antibiotic, herbicides and pesticides.
Feeding only dry food isn’t healthy for your Scottie,
since dry food is overly processed and won’t keep
teeth any cleaner than wet food. And dogs need
more moisture than a dry food provides, for proper
functioning of organs just like we do.
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SCOTTIE
TRAVEL
Make trips a pleasant
experience for your
Scottie
Pacific Northwest
Traveling with your Scottie
The best way to make trips a pleasant experience
for your Scotties is to prepare them by getting them
used to unfamiliar noises, sights and sounds about
town and to socialize them with people and other
animals before you go. Use a hand signal and a
word like wait, each time you need to leave the
house, so they’ll understand what will happen when
you leave briefly.
While traveling with your Scottie, attach an ID and
rabies tag to their collar or harness. You should
have a picture of your Scottie on hand for
identification.
While traveling, make sure your Scottie has fresh
water in a container they are familiar with and that
you plan for sufficient potty breaks and meals.
If you’re staying at a hotel and need to leave your
Scottie behind briefly, put the Do Not Disturb sign on
the door, let the front desk know and give them a
number to reach you, just in case.
If you bring a kennel, it should be large enough for
them to stand, turn around and lie down in, and they
should have already had a chance to get familiar
with it.
Be prepared to praise everything they do, so they
will know they were a good little traveler!
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STING PREVENTION
Be mindful where your
Scottie is walking
Pacific Northwest
Bees and Wasps
Your best defense to protect your Scottie against
bee and wasp stings is to tend to your garden, and
be mindful where your dog is walking.
Bees appear in larger numbers where there is clover
in bloom. Keep your Scottie away from lawns where
clover is flowering.
Wasps on the other hand, become a nuisance when
more fruit is available to them. They become drunk
from rotting, fermented fruit, which causes them to
become more aggressive. If you have fruit trees,
discard fallen fruit as soon as possible.
A simple sting can safely be left alone to heal, but
for a couple of hours after they are stung you must
carefully watch for any signs that your Scottie might
be in some sort of distress.
Weakness, swelling, difficulty breathing or excess
pain, causing the dog to cry out usually means the
sting is more serious and your Scottie should
receive medical attention.
Whether the sting is serious or not, make sure the
stinger is removed by scraping it with a fingernail or
a piece of cardboard. Avoid using tweezers that
might squeeze more venom into the wound. Cool
the area with water or an ice pack.
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SENSE
OF SMELL
All breeds seem to like
scent-rolling
Pacific Northwest
The Sniff Test
You might be surprised to learn, that in an
experiment with a mouse, hidden somewhere on an
acre of land, three breeds, a Beagle, a Fox Terrier
and a Scottish Terrier, released to determine who
would find the mouse first, resulted in the Beagle
being first, in less than a minute, the Fox Terrier was
second and the Scottish terrier was last! Scotties
nevertheless are considered one of the top breeds
for their keen sense of smell.
All breeds seem to equally love scent-rolling, but
researchers really aren’t sure why dogs find certain
odors attractive enough to roll in.
We can more readily understand why dogs smell
sickness, since in the wild, prey that is weak or sick
are brought down first.
A dog’s keen sense of smell is why they can easily
learn to sniff for drugs or missing people or even
sniff their way home. They continually, mentally
map where they are, and then scent and memory
assist them the rest of the way.
When you consider that a dog can detect one drop
of blood in an Olympic size pool, and can pick up a
scent from miles away, it is easy to understand that
they certainly do have a superior sense of smell.
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COGNITIVE
ABILITIES
Let sleeping dogs lie.
Pacific Northwest
“Dognition”
Researchers don’t know why, but large dogs dream
less than small dogs, and all mammals, humans
included, dream less as they age.
If your Scottie is having a nightmare experts
recommend that you don’t disturb them since dogs
have been known to snap if they are abruptly
awakened. The only exception would be if they
appear to be having a seizure or cardiac event.
Calling their name may be enough to awaken them
without startling them.
Dogs need at least 10 hours of sleep, and dreaming
is just as important to dogs as it is to people, both for
psychological and physical health.
It used to be thought that dogs were driven only by
reflex and instinct, but that view is slowly changing.
Some researchers even believe that dogs have the
ability to replay past events and contemplate the
future. It follows that dogs have the same short term
and long term memories that humans do.
The idea that dogs may be thinking and dreaming
just as humans do suggests that dogs possess the
same full range of cognitive abilities that we have.
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UNIQUELY SCOTTIE
Being attentive to their
comfort is important.
Pacific Northwest
Bonding with your Scottie
Scotties are tough little dogs, and they tend to fight
to get their way. When you build a relationship with
your Scottie, it will probably require that you
understand and respect them and their independent
nature.
Convincing them to be helpful takes a lot of patience
and affection. All of the demands they feel they
have to endure are worthwhile, provided they feel
loved. If you put a positive spin on learning by
praising and encouraging them they will feel proud
of themselves and their accomplishments.
When they are around other dogs they need to feel
your protection. Stepping between them and rowdy
dogs and picking them up when they feel threatened
will help them feel confident while socializing. They
learn how to behave when you never allow them to
act disrespectfully to others either. They understand
this quickly enough when you end their fun by taking
them home; no need to scold.
Being attentive to their comfort is important. They
will always enjoy walks if you protect them from chill
or heat, dry them when they’ve gotten wet and clean
their paws and tidy them from being outside. They
need to know that you are on their side and that
anything you do is in their best interest.
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SUMMERTIME CARE
Tips for eliminating fleas
Pacific Northwest
Worried about Fleas?
With summer here, your Scottie may begin
scratching and biting more, a telltale sign of flea
infestation. Confirm your suspicions by visually
inspecting your Scottie’s skin daily, in bright light,
using a flea comb. So the fleas don’t drop to the
floor inside, you can instead do your inspection and
combing in the yard.
Start at the head and ears, under the chin, comb
down towards the chest and legs, down the back,
along the backside and over the tail. If you are
careful not to tug, you will get more cooperation.
When you’ve finished, hose the area where you
combed your Scottie. If you spray a mixture of liquid
garlic and water in a hose sprayer, it will effectively
eliminate fleas in the yard. You can comb inside, as
long as you vacuum immediately afterward. It is best
not to feed garlic to your Scottie for flea control,
since it thins the blood and can cause anemia.
Finally, consult with a veterinarian before using a
monthly topical flea product and flea shampoo
together, since the combination can sometimes be
toxic.
You will protect your Scottie in more ways than one,
since fleas also transmit tapeworm.

Cascade Scottish Terrier Club

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