Curious
Playful
Alert
Courageous
Intelligent
Confident
Friendly
Affectionate
Obedient
Loyal
Gentle
Going
Watchful
Cheerful

Playful
Independent
Alert
Intelligent
Friendly
Loyal
Quick
Selfish
Spirited

Shugs shed a lot of hair each year, so frequent brushing is essential for reducing shedding and maintaining coat health.

Mini Scottish Fox Terriers are low shedding dogs, requiring minimal coat care.

German Shepherd, Pug

Scottish Terrier and Mini Fox Terrier

Unknown

1990s

Hazel
Brown

Brown

Black

Black
Brown

Black
Brindle
Fawn
Cream

Black
Gray
Brown
Pied
Brindle

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

Mini Scottish Fox Terriers have medium-length coats.

A Shug can have a litter of 6-10 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 Mini Scottish Fox Terrier can have a litter of 2-6 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.

Shugs are highly adaptable and versatile, making them excellent companions for families and individuals of all lifestyles.

Mini Scottish Fox Terriers are known for their adaptability and can adjust well to different environments and lifestyle changes.

The Shug breed is generally very healthy, requiring minimal vet visits. Still, it's important to keep an eye on their health and seek veterinary care when needed.

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

Hip And Elbow Dysplasia
Gastric Dilation Volvulus (GDV) or Bloat

Patellar Luxation
Von Willebrand's Disease
Legg-Calve-Perthes Disease
Craniomandibular Osteopathy
Eye Conditions (Cataracts, Lens Luxation)

Allergies
Brachycephalic Syndrome

Allergies
Scotty Cramp
Hypothyroidism
Intervertebral Disc Disease (IVDD)

X-Rays
Respiratory Tests
Blood Tests
Full Body Physical Examination especially of the joints

Hearing
Dna Test For Vwd
Eye Examination
Ultrasound
Internal Imaging (x-ray, CT scan, MRI, etc.)
Thyroid Panel
Allergy Testing

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

Mini Scottish Fox Terrier has very high social needs and requires regular mental and physical stimulation, a job or purpose, and companionship.

Walks, Walks dog parks, Cuddli, Playing fetch, Tracking, Hide and seek, Walking, Cuddling, Training, Water, Feeding, Tug-of-war, Walk

Walking

Shugs 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.

Mini Scottish 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.

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Shug, it's at least 9 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 Mini Scottish Fox Terrier, it's at least 6 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

In general most Shugs usually need at least 45 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 Mini Scottish 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.

Pin Brush
Nail Clipper

Slicker Brush
Nail Clipper

For an average 45-50 pound (20 - 23 kg) Shug feed 2 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 10-15 pound (5 - 7 kg) Mini Scottish Fox Terrier 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.

The average cost of a Shug is somewhere $1.70 - $2.00 per day.

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

The average per month expenses of a Shug is between $48 - $63. This makes an average of $576 - $756 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 Mini Scottish 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 Shug is a great apartment dog, thriving with sufficient exercise and time outside as part of their daily routine.

Mini Scottish Fox Terriers make excellent apartment dogs, being fairly active indoors and not requiring a yard.

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

Mini Scottish Fox Terriers have an average level of friendliness towards children.

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

Mini Scottish Fox Terriers are average in their friendliness towards other dogs, and socialization can help.

Shugs are highly friendly around strangers.

Mini Scottish Fox Terriers are averagely friendly around strangers but benefit from early socialisation.

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

Mini Scottish Fox Terriers are a playful breed that needs daily playtime to be happy.

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

Mini Scottish Fox Terriers are popular for their ease of training and quick learning ability.