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 Schnorgi 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

Playful
Intelligent
Friendly
Affectionate
Devoted
Lively
Going
Trainable
Good-natured
Cheerful

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

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

Scottish Terrier and Maltese

Schnauzer, Corgi

2000's

Unknown

Brown

Blue
Brown
Amber

Black

Black

Brindle
Fawn
Black
White

Gray
Fawn
White
Black

Scotteses have longer coats compared to most dogs.

Schnorgis have coats that can be either short or medium in length.

Straight

Wiry

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 Schnorgi can have a litter of 4-8 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 typically have low vet costs due to their good health, but it's important to monitor their health and seek vet care when necessary.

Schnorgis are susceptible to health issues like all breeds, so it's important to monitor their health and seek veterinary care when needed.

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

Glaucoma
Hip Dysplasia

Deafness
Pulmonic Stenosis
Hydrocephalus
Hemophilia
Portosystemic Shunt
Shaker Dog Syndrome

Progressive Retinal Atrophy

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
Physical Examination
Ultrasound
Radiographs
Ophthalmologic Examination
Electroretinogram

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

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

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

Schnorgis sleep less than other breeds but still need adequate sleep for good health.

Scotteses are medium-energy dogs and typically enjoy socializing and playing casual or even sustained games of chase with other dogs. They may also have occasional periods of barking or racing around the house.

Schnorgis 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.

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 Schnorgi, it's at least 8 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

The Scottese requires an average amount of grooming compared to other breeds.

Schnorgis 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.

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

Pin Brush
Dematter
Deshedder
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Comb
Scissors
Nail Clipper

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

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

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

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

Scotteses are good with kids if socialized and trained from a young age.

Schnorgis make excellent family pets for kids due to their gentle, protective nature and calm temperament.

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

Schnorgis are very friendly with cats and make great companions for them.

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

Schnorgis are averagely friendly around strangers but benefit from early socialisation.

Scotteses have an average level of playfulness, enjoying playtime like most dogs but not excessively so.

Schnorgis are very playful, so adopting an older one might be a better option for a more relaxed experience.

Scotteses are usually easy to train but require consistency to fully obey commands.

Schnorgis are popular for their ease of training and quick learning ability.