While no dogs are truly 100% hypoallergenic, Scotteses are about as close as it gets, making them an ideal pet if you are an allergy sufferer.

Unfortunately, the Maremma Sheepdog is not hypoallergenic, making it not a good choice for a dog lover who suffers from pet allergies.

Active
Playful
Independent
Alert
Intelligent
Responsive
Docile
Quick
Gentle
Tempered
Sweet
Selfish
Easygoing

Alert
Dignified
Intelligent
Determined
Friendly
Loyal

Scotteses shed very little hair, making them a great choice for those who dislike excess hair in the house.

Maremma Sheepdogs are moderate shedders, but regular brushing can reduce shedding and maintain coat health.

United States

Italy

Scottish Terrier and Maltese

Mastiff, Native Mountain Dogs

2000's

Unknown

Brown

Brown
Amber

Black

Black

Brindle
Fawn
Black
White

White

Straight

Wavy

A Scottese can have a litter of 3-5 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.

A Maremma Sheepdog can have a litter of 11-13 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.

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

Maremma Sheepdogs have average adaptability to changes in lifestyle and living environments compared to other breeds.

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

While the Maremma Sheepdog breed is generally healthy, occasional vet check-ups are still necessary to address any health concerns.

Mono/Bilateral Cryptorchidism
Von Willebrand's Disease
Patent Ductus Arteriosus (PDA)
Craniomandibular Osteopathy (Lion Jaw)

Hip And Elbow Dysplasia

Deafness
Pulmonic Stenosis
Hydrocephalus
Hemophilia
Portosystemic Shunt
Shaker Dog Syndrome

Bloat

Complete Blood Profile
Brain Auditory Evoked Response (BAER)
Internal Imaging (x-ray, CT scan, MRI, etc.)
Blood And Urine Analysis
Regular Full Physical Examination By Veterinarian
Ear Tests and Myringotomy Tests
Blood Chemistry
Eye Examinations (both internal as well as external)
X-rays of various parts of the skeletal system
Dental and Oral Examinations
Echocardiography (ultrasound)

X-Rays
Eye Examination
Physical Examination

Scottese has very high social needs and requires regular mental and physical stimulation, a job or purpose, and companionship.

Maremma Sheepdog has above average social needs and thrives with interaction with humans and other dogs.

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Scottese, it's at least 5 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 Maremma Sheepdog, it's at least 16 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

Scottese should be brushed at least once a week. Of course you can give them more frequent brushes if you find that they are still shedding a lot

Ideally, Maremma Sheepdog should be brushed at least 2 or 3 times a week (preferably daily) improve shedding.

Pin Brush
Dematter
Deshedder
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Dematter
Deshedder
Nail Clipper

For an average 7-22 pound (3 - 10 kg) Scottese feed 1 cups daily. But, keep in mind, the amount you feed is going to be dependent on the quality of the food you are feeding.

For an average 75-100 pound (34 - 45 kg) Maremma Sheepdog feed 4.5 cups daily. But, keep in mind, the amount you feed is going to be dependent on the quality of the food you are feeding.

The average cost of a Scottese is somewhere $1.10 - $1.40 per day.

The average cost of a Maremma Sheepdog is somewhere $3.50 - $4.90 per day.

The average per month expenses of a Scottese 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 average per month expenses of a Maremma Sheepdog is between $112 - $154. This makes an average of $1344 - $1848 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.

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

Maremma Sheepdogs are good apartment dogs as long as they get enough exercise and stimulation outside of the apartment.

Scotteses are friendly and active companions, and can be good family pets, though their friendliness towards other dogs may vary.

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

Scotteses are friendly but may bark at strangers, and training is easy due to their intelligence.

Maremma Sheepdogs are averagely friendly around strangers but benefit from early socialisation.