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Breed History 1880 Morrison Standard

General Appearance - Is that of a thick‑set, compact, short‑coated, active terrier, standing about nine and a half inches high, with body of moderate length…Ears and tail uncut…The head is carried pretty high, showing an intelligent face.

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Bred For A Specific Purpose

• To kill Badgers, as well as other vermin

• Dog had to be same build as Badger

• Fit down a 9” hole• Fearless and fierce like

a Badger• Fight to the death

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Form Fits FunctionScottie vs.. Badgers

The same square, back-hinged jaw and powerful bite

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Ch. Dundee

Early Scottish Foundation Dogs

Ch. Alister

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1888 First English Standard…to preserve and perfect a particular type of preserve and perfect a particular type of

dog, bred for a very definite purpose: namely, to dog, bred for a very definite purpose: namely, to go to earth. go to earth.

1930’s Ch. Heather Necessity

•A game, little dog of low stature • Used to “Go to Ground” to kill or drive out vermin• Asset to hunters & farmers • Valued watch dog• Fearless in demeanor

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1900 First American StandardScottish Terrier Club of America Formed

STCA essentially adopted

the language of the Scottish Standard

1911 first Westminster winner Ch. Tickle ‘Em Jock

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1925 Second Standard• Specifies dark eye

color and almond shape

• Height 10” Weight 18-20 pounds

• Body length as “moderately short”

• Ribs not flat-sided

• Neck moderately short• Tail carried gaily• Dense undercoat

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Standard Revisions occurred again in

1947 & 1980

1993 Revised Standard• Adopted clearer language • Clarified body proportions• Explained “grooming the coat” • No more “peculiar” gait

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What The Standard Says:(10 points)GENERAL APPEARANCE:“The Scottish Terrier is a small, compact, short-legged, sturdily-built dog of good bone and substance. His head is long in proportion to his size. He has a hard, wiry, weather resistant coat and a thick set, cobby body which is hung between short heavy legs. These characteristics joined with his very special keep piercing varminty expression and his erect ears and tail are salient features of the breed. The Scottish Terrier’s bold, confident, dignified aspect exemplifies power in a small package.”

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SIZE, PROPORTION, SUBSTANCE:“The Scottish Terrier should have a thick body and heavy bone, The principal objective must be symmetry and balance without exaggeration. Equal consideration shall be given to height, weight, length of back and length of head.”

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Sturdy boned w/ Substance

Compact & Low

Overall Balance/Symmetry

Terrier

Temperament

Intense “Varminty” Expression

Effortless Movement (Reach/Drive)

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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Proper Size10 inches high at withers

No more that 11 inches long from set on to withersAppear longer with proper front/rear shelf

Bitch- 18-21 pounds Dog- 19-22 pounds

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Symmetry & BalanceThick body, heavy bone, without exaggeration

Neck moderately short, thick and strong blending into well laid back shoulders

Bitch & Dog- Proportions are similar except for weight

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Well Balanced Head

• Profile- long head, parallel planes, skull/muzzle equal in length

• Ears- small, erect, pricked,

proportionate • Muzzle- well filled, square jaw

and bite

• Eyes – dark, piercing, deep-set

• Nose- black, projects over mouth

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All Ears up!• Small, prick, pointed• Well set up on skull• Never cut • Edge forms straight line

up from side of skull

• Placement/carriage major elements of alert expression

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Scottish Terrier Front

• Shoulders- well-knit & laid back, 90°angle

• Fore chest- broad, deep, hangs between front legs

• Ribcage- heart shaped, well sprung, protruding brisket

• Legs- thick boned, straight or slightly bent, front paws larger

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Reinforcing Essentials

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Forequarters

A well laid back shoulder and long upper arm are essential, along with large front paws and tight elbows.

These components enable the Scottish Terrier to work and move efficiently.

Correct Body Type

• Low and wide body • Heavy boned• Good spring of rib,

tight elbows• Deep brisket out

front & butt behind• Moderately short in

body length• An “off-square” dog

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Scottish Terrier Hindquarters

•Loin- short, broad

•Rear- wide, muscular, butt behind tail

•Stifles- well bent, full second thigh

•Hocks- low, straight

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The Scottie Tail

• Length- seven inches, never cut

• Carriage- erect, carried vertically, or slight bend

• Set- high,thick at base & tapering upward (inverted carrot)

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Telling Tails!

• Carriage proclaims character 4 references in standard Not the end of the dog

• Favor “gay” over “backward”• key element of attitude &

function• Not up = specific penalty

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Correct Coat

• Outer Coat- hard, wiry, weather resistant

• Undercoat- soft, dense

• Sufficient texture and density

• Trimmed and blended• Longer and softer beard

and furnishings

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Evolution of Coat Style

1900’s 1930’s

1950’s

1980’s

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Color Black, Wheaten or Brindle of any color

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Temperament• Big dog, small package• Highly intelligent• Strong willed• Courageous watchdog • Keen hunting instinct• Loyal, do not respect just

anyone• Owners must be confident

enough to love a dog that openly feels superior…

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Profile – Observe:overall length/balanceparallel planesnose projection over

mouth

Judging the Head

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Judging Expression

Front view:overall hard bitten expressiondark almond eye, piercing looksmall, prick, well set ears

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Judging Muzzle

Talk during approach. Hands approach from

under muzzle. Feel for full jaw and fill

under eyes. Examine square jaw,

scissors or level bite. Feel for stop, equal

skull/muzzle length.

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Judging the Front: Width- feel for broad chest

Depth- average man’s fist fits under front of chest

Keel- cup hand under brisket drop down to table

Thick bone- feel down forelegs like a fireman

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Examining BodyPoint Scale - page 33

Run hands down neck and shoulders.

Feel for well sprung deep rib and tight elbow.

Compare ribs to short loin (2/3 vs.. 1/3)

Feel for muscular double thigh

Lift coat to check density and texture.

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The Scottish Terrier Gait

• Gait very characteristic of the breed.

• Forelegs do not move in exact parallel planes.

• Forelegs reach out & incline slightly inward.

• Action of the rear legs should be square and true.

• Hocks and stifles should be flexed with a vigorous motion.

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Judging Front Gait

Look for: Visible extension of front

legs seen under chest Slight incline of forelegs

while accelerating forward No paddling or crossing

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Judging Rear Gait

Look for: Rear drive visible

pushing from behind Rear legs in line with

front Pads turned straight up

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Judging Side GaitLook for: Reach out front Extension behind Level topline Efficient movement

…should cover ground well using visible reach & drive

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Sparring ScottiesPurpose: To see confidence, dignity, toughness, attitude

A Dog That:• Does not back down from a

challenge.• Boldly stands four-square.• Exemplifies “full alert”, ears and

tail up.• Stares down or appears aloof to

opponent.• Can be returned to control

following a slight ruckus.• Walks away with an air of strength

like a Scottish Gentleman.

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Guidelines for SparringSplit large classes.Announce your guidelines to exhibitors.Do not allow handlers to use other dogs as bait.Control your ring.Separate overly feisty dogs early.Spar 2-3 dogs being considered.Realize it can occur differently.Be confident about the sparring process.

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Temperament & Showmanship

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Penalties: No DisqualificationsOpposite The Standard (P 33):• Soft or curly coat

• Round, protruding or light eyes, nose lacking in black pigment

• Overshot or undershot jaws

• Oversize or undersize

• Too narrow in front or rear

• Lack of reach or drive, stiff or stilted movement, moving too wide or close in rear

• Out at the elbows, upright front

• Lack of bone or substance

• Low set tail

• Coarse or short head

• Shyness or timidity

• Failure to show with ears & tail up

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While judging, you may see any of the follow Scottie idiosyncrasies:

• Stopping or backing up to assess the situation• The “Scottie Shake”• Disliking their muzzle clamped• Boredom from excessive waiting or repetition• Acting dower or aloof (even in a spar)• Evidence of a strong stature but sensitive nature

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Judging Scottie Puppies

Allow “Do overs” during table exam and when moving pups.

Forgive them for not standing still. Tolerate wiggle worms.

Understand that chests do not drop until dogs are mature.

Honor essential elements and salient features of the breed that exist in a promising puppy.

Judge breed type and temperament, not “cuteness”.

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 Scottish Terrier exhibitors and dogs appreciate it when judges:

1. Set guidelines for sparring.

2. Disallow the throwing or leaving of bait in the ring.

3. Understand it is an active breed that needs to be judged in a timely manner. Do not make dogs wait excessively inside or outside the ring.

4. Reexamine individual dogs on the table rather than on the ground.

5. Are not heavy handed. Know Scotties are a sturdy, yet sensitive breed, and barely tolerate intimacy from strangers.

6. Provide shade for exhibitors and their dogs.

7. Are polite to inexperienced exhibitors, as Scotties are difficult to show.

8. Allow plenty of space for moving and exhibiting all dogs to the best advantage.

9. Appreciate that all colors are judged by the same standard.

10. Honor dogs that stand and show on their own.

11. Reward overall breed symmetry, balance and Scottish Terrier showmanship.

P. 33. STCA a Study of the Scottish Terrier, 1999

“No judge shall put to Winners or Best of Breed any Scottish Terrier not showing real Terrier character in the ring.” 43

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Sturdy boned w/ Substance

Compact & Low

Overall Balance/Symmetry

Terrier

Temperament

Intense “Varminty” Expression

Effortless Movement (Reach/Drive)

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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The Scottish Terrier Club of Americawishes to thank the entire membership for their

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