Scottish terrier is a breed of dog first raised in the Scottish Highlands in the 1800’s. Commonly called “Scottie,” it is the only breed with the official name of Scottish terrier. However, the cairn, Skye, and West Highland white terriers are also native to Scotland.
The Scottish terrier is a small dog with a chunky body and short legs. It weighs 18 to 22 pounds (8 to 10 kilograms). It has a hard wiry coat and a long head with small upright ears. It may be wheat, sandy, or steel gray in color, often with darker stripes. It also may be black.
