Doxie Scot Breed Information & Characteristics

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

Playful
Stubborn
Independent
Alert
Courageous
Quick
Devoted
Lively
Selfish
Clever

Doxie Scot will shed a negligible amount of hair. Some owners say that they do not shed, but that is not true. But the amount of shedding can be rather light than other dog breeds. If you do not want to deal with the hairs flying around in your home, then this breed is a perfect choice for you.

Doxie Scots are not the best watchdogs. If you want a guard dog, the Doxie Scot is not the breed for you. They will 'watch' everything - but that's usually as far as they go.

United States

Scottish Terrier, Dachshund

ACHC = American Canine Hybrid Club
DBR = Designer Breed Registry
DDKC = Designer Dogs Kennel Club
DRA = Dog Registry of America, Inc.
IDCR = International Designer Canine Registry®

Unknown

Brown

Black

Black
Brown
Red
White

The coat of a Doxie Scot falls in the medium length category.

Wiry

A Doxie Scot 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.

The adaptability of Doxie Scot dogs is a well-known trait, they are known for being able to adjust well to different living environments and lifestyle changes.

The Doxie Scot breed is commonly healthy with low vet costs, regular check-ups may not be as necessary but it's important to keep an eye on their health and have them checked by a veterinarian when needed.

Intervertebral Disc Disease
Hip Dysplasia

Patellar Luxation
Cataracts
Glaucoma
Von Willebrand's Disease
Cushing's Disease

Eye Examination
Physical Examination
Radiographs
Blood Tests

Doxie Scots may be a good breed for those who prefer a more relaxed lifestyle. They tend to have a lower energy level than other breeds of dogs.

Doxie Scot have above average social needs compared to other breeds.They thrive in environments where they have a lot of interaction with humans and other dogs.

The Doxie Scot is a breed that requires minimal physical activity to maintain a healthy lifestyle.

The Doxie Scot breed is known for its moderate energy levels and normal sleep patterns, typically sleeping around 12-14 hours per day.

Doxie Scots tend to bark moderately, they bark when necessary, such as to alert their owner or to communicate something. They may also bark due to certain triggers like fear, alarm, boredom, greeting, separation anxiety and compulsive barking.

Chase, Fetch, Run, Walk, Sleep, Play, Tug-of-war, Being outdoors, Cuddle

Doxie Scots 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.

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Doxie Scot, it's at least 4 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

In general most Doxie Scots usually need at least 60 minutes of exercise daily. This can be spread across the day and include all sorts of high-energy activities, like walking, running and playing.

The Doxie Scot is a breed of dog that requires an average amount of grooming effort.

Doxie Scot 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

Pin Brush
Slicker Brush
Comb
Nail Clipper

For an average 18-28 pound (8 - 13 kg) Doxie Scot 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 Doxie Scot is somewhere $1.10 - $1.40 per day.

The average per month expenses of a Doxie Scot 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.

Doxie Scots has average obedience intelligence. But, they're also independent thinkers. The Doxie Scot is a breed with an exceptionally high IQ and may get into mischief if left to their own devices.

This dog breed is more sensitive than others and easily overwhelmed by new surroundings and people. They need gentle handling and a calm, stable home environment with positive reinforcement training.

Doxie Scots are known for being excellent apartment dogs. They are fairly active indoors and will do okay without a yard.

Doxie Scots are average friendly dogs towards children.

Doxie Scots are an average cat friendly dog. They do well with cats, even more if raised together from puppyhood,

Doxie Scots are below average dog friendly dogs. Doxie Scot dogs may not always get along well with other dogs they have not been raised with,

Doxie Scots are average friendly around strangers. They can be wary around strangers and a little standoffish. Early socialisation is key.

Doxie Scots have an average level of playfulness. The Doxie Scots, like other dogs, like to play. But they are not the most playful dog breed.

Doxie Scot dogs are known for their ease of training and ability to learn quickly, making them a popular choice for pet owners and trainers alike.