Active
Playful
Loving
Independent
Alert
Intelligent
Friendly
Affectionate
Fearless
Spirited

Playful
Stubborn
Independent
Alert
Intelligent
Affectionate
Quick
Aggressive
Selfish
Good-natured
Opinionated

Welsh Terrier and Smooth Fox Terrier

Scottish Terrier, Pekingese

2000s

Unknown

Brown

Brown

Black
Brown

Black
Brown

Black
Brown
Cream
Fawn
Pied
Sable
Brindle

Black
Brown
Cream
Pied
Red
Fawn
White

Welsh Smooth Fox Terriers have coats that can be either short or medium in length.

Scotineses have medium-length coats.

Straight

Wavy

A Welsh Smooth Fox Terrier can have a litter of 3-6 puppies on average. However, it's worth noting that the size of the litters can vary greatly. Factors that can influence litter size include the health of the mother, breeding history, and genetics.

A Scotinese can have a litter of 2-5 puppies on average. However, it's worth noting that the size of the litters can vary greatly. Factors that can influence litter size include the health of the mother, breeding history, and genetics.

Welsh Smooth Fox Terriers are highly adaptable and versatile, making them excellent companions for families and individuals of all lifestyles.

Scotineses are known for their adaptability and can adjust well to different environments and lifestyle changes.

While the Welsh Smooth Fox Terrier breed is generally healthy, occasional vet check-ups are still necessary to address any health concerns.

Scotineses typically have low vet costs due to their good health, but it's important to monitor their health and seek vet care when necessary.

Shoulder And Elbow Luxation
Epilepsy
Heart Problems such as Pulmonic Stenosis

Progressive Retinal Atrophy
Hemophilia
Von Willebrand's Disease
Hypothyroidism
Bladder Stones
Cancer
Cushing's Disease
Neurological Conditions

Deafness
Skin Diseases and Disorders
Eye Conditions (Cataracts, Lens Luxation)

Stenotic Nares
Trichiasis
Scottie Cramp
Deafness
Cataracts
Corneal Erosion
Elongated Soft Palate
Skin Fold Dermatitis
Pateller Luxation
Keratoconjunctivitis Sicca (Dry Eye)
Urolithiasis

Skin Evaluation
Blood And Urine Analysis
Diagnostic Imaging
Cardiac Test
Eye and Ear Examination
DNA

Spine
X-Rays
Skin Evaluation
Eye examination
Blood Analysis
Full Physical Examination
Thyroid Panel
DNA for VWD

Welsh Smooth Fox Terriers are active and require sufficient sleep to stay healthy.

Scotineses have moderate energy levels and typical sleep patterns of 12-14 hours per day.

Welsh Smooth Fox Terriers are high-energy dogs. They need mental as well as physical exercise. These dogs require a lot of your involvement and without it they can, and will, become problematic dogs.

Scotineses are low-energy dogs. This breed make a great companion for a relatively inactive person. Scotinese dogs require a few short daily walks, and then they're happy snuggling next to you for the rest of the day.

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Welsh Smooth Fox Terrier, it's at least 11 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Scotinese, it's at least 4 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

In general most Welsh Smooth Fox Terriers usually need at least 90 minutes of exercise daily. This can be spread across the day and include all sorts of high-energy activities, like walking, running and playing.

In general most Scotineses usually need at least 30 minutes of exercise daily. This can be spread across the day and include all sorts of high-energy activities, like walking, running and playing.

The Welsh Smooth Fox Terrier requires an average amount of grooming compared to other breeds.

Scotineses require significant grooming, including regular trims and professional grooming assistance to maintain their coat. They may also require frequent bathing to keep their coat and skin healthy.

Pin Brush
Slicker Brush
Nail Clipper

Slicker Brush
Comb
Scissors
Nail Clipper

The average cost of a Welsh Smooth Fox Terrier is somewhere $1.10 - $1.40 per day.

The average cost of a Scotinese is somewhere $1.30 - $1.40 per day.

The average per month expenses of a Welsh Smooth Fox Terrier is between $28 - $42. This makes an average of $336 - $504 per year. It will be on the higher side when the dog is still small because it will need more frequent visits to the vet, shots.

The average per month expenses of a Scotinese is between $35 - $42. This makes an average of $420 - $504 per year. It will be on the higher side when the dog is still small because it will need more frequent visits to the vet, shots.

The Welsh Smooth Fox Terrier is a great apartment dog, thriving with sufficient exercise and time outside as part of their daily routine.

Scotineses make excellent apartment dogs, being fairly active indoors and not requiring a yard.

Welsh Smooth Fox Terriers make excellent family pets for kids due to their gentle, protective nature and calm temperament.

Scotineses have an average level of friendliness towards children.

Welsh Smooth Fox Terriers are not cat friendly.

Scotineses are good with cats, but early training is needed to prevent chasing behavior.

Welsh Smooth Fox Terriers are less friendly towards other dogs, but can improve with socialization.

Scotineses are average in their friendliness towards other dogs, and socialization can help.

Welsh Smooth Fox Terriers are very playful, so adopting an older one might be a better option for a more relaxed experience.

Scotineses are not known for being a highly playful breed.