Active
Playful
Loving
Energetic
Alert
Sensitive
Intelligent
Friendly
Outgoing
Responsive
Affectionate
Loyal
Gentle
Going
Social
Cheerful

Playful
Stubborn
Independent
Alert
Intelligent
Affectionate
Quick
Aggressive
Selfish
Good-natured
Opinionated

Dalmadors are heavy shedders, but regular brushing can help manage shedding and promote a healthy coat.

Scotineses are low shedding dogs, requiring minimal coat care.

Labrador Retriever and Dalmatian

Scottish Terrier, Pekingese

1980s

Unknown

Brown

Brown

Black

Black
Brown

Brown
White
Black

Black
Brown
Cream
Pied
Red
Fawn
White

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

Scotineses have medium-length coats.

Straight

Wavy

A Dalmador can have a litter of 5-10 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 Scotinese can have a litter of 2-5 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.

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

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

Hip Dysplasia
Autoimmune Thyroiditis

Progressive Retinal Atrophy
Hemophilia
Von Willebrand's Disease
Hypothyroidism
Bladder Stones
Cancer
Cushing's Disease
Neurological Conditions

Patellar Luxation
Kidney Stones

Stenotic Nares
Trichiasis
Scottie Cramp
Deafness
Cataracts
Corneal Erosion
Elongated Soft Palate
Skin Fold Dermatitis
Pateller Luxation
Keratoconjunctivitis Sicca (Dry Eye)
Urolithiasis

X-Rays
Urinalysis
ECG
Full Physical Examination
Hearing Tests
Blood Tests and Analysis

Spine
X-Rays
Skin Evaluation
Eye examination
Blood Analysis
Full Physical Examination
Thyroid Panel
DNA for VWD

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

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

Dalmadors are active and require sufficient sleep to stay healthy.

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

Dalmadors 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.

Scotineses are low-energy dogs. This breed make a great companion for a relatively inactive person. Scotinese dogs require a few short daily walks, and then they're happy snuggling next to you for the rest of the day.

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Dalmador, it's at least 12 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 Scotinese, it's at least 4 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

In general most Dalmadors usually need at least 120 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 Scotineses usually need at least 30 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 Dalmador is a low-maintenance breed that doesn't require much grooming.

Scotineses 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.

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

Comb
Deshedder
Nail Clipper

Slicker Brush
Comb
Scissors
Nail Clipper

For an average 54-80 pound (24 - 36 kg) Dalmador feed 3 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 19-22 pound (9 - 10 kg) Scotinese 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 Dalmador is somewhere $2.10 - $2.70 per day.

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

The average per month expenses of a Dalmador is between $55 - $73. This makes an average of $660 - $876 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 Scotinese 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.

This breed is sensitive to its environment and best suited for patient and understanding families with a consistent routine.

Scotineses have average emotions and adapt well to different situations.

Dalmadors can do well in apartments with enough exercise and time outside, but a small yard would be ideal.

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

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

Scotineses have an average level of friendliness towards children.

Dalmadors are generally very friendly towards other dogs, with a happy and affectionate temperament.

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

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

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

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

Scotineses are not known for being a highly playful breed.