Differences and Similarities between the Scottish Terrier and the Xoloitzcuintli.

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Scottish Terrier Versus Xoloitzcuintli: Introduction

Are you thinking of getting a new pet dog, and you have narrowed down your choices to the Scottish Terrier and the Xoloitzcuintli? Well, you have come to the right place. Because in this article, we will provide you with a detailed comparison of these two dog breeds to help you decide which of the Scottish Terrier and the Xoloitzcuintli better suits you.

We will provide you a detailed discussion and comparison of dog attributes such as intelligence, price, general health, friendliness, etc, for both the Scottish Terrier and the Xoloitzcuintli.

Furthermore, we will let you know which one of the Scottish Terrier and the Xoloitzcuintli is better suited for new dog owners, for owners with kids, for owners that live in apartments, for owners with dog allergies, etc.

Importantly, we did some analysis and calculation and we obtained a number that we call the Better-Pet Score™ for both the Scottish Terrier and for the Xoloitzcuintli. The dog breed with the higher Better-Pet score is the `better` pet. We hope that these Better-Pet Scores will provide you with more insight into deciding which pet to get between the Scottish Terrier and the Xoloitzcuintli.

Our only goal here is to help you make a well-thought-out decision on your next long-term companion, be it the Scottish Terrier or the Xoloitzcuintli.

Scottish Terrier versus Xoloitzcuintli: Overview

A very important difference between the Scottish Terrier and the Xoloitzcuintli is the size difference between the two dog breeds. The Scottish Terrier is a small-sized dog while the Xoloitzcuintli is a medium-sized dog.

Furthermore, the Scottish Terrier belongs to the Terrier Dogs group. Terrier Dogs were originally bred to go underground to hunt rodents and other small wild animals (vermin). Terriers come in a wide range of sizes and shapes, but all terriers are energetic, highly intelligent, and territorial. Terries also have the tendency to escape. They require a securely fenced yard.

On the other hand, the Xoloitzcuintli belongs to the Companion Dogs group. Companion Dogs were bred to be companions for humans. Their main goal in life is to be with people, and they will be very sad if left to themselves for long hours day after day.

Scottish Terrier versus Xoloitzcuintli: Comparison Table

The table below compares the Scottish Terrier to the Xoloitzcuintli based on different important factors such as Price, Health, Kid-friendliness, etc.

When a dog breed scores higher for a factor than the other dog breed, the box of the breed that scores higher is shaded green and the box of the breed that scores lower is shaded red. When there is no difference between the breeds for a particular factor then the box is shaded gray for both pets. Also, when the factor is not important in picking a pet, or when the factor cannot be compared between two pets, the box for the factor is shaded gray for both pets

Most of the factors in the table for each dog breed are ranked on a scale of 1 to 5. “1” means “worst”, and “5” means “best”.

However, some factors such as “Price”, “Average Lifespan”, etc. cannot be on a scale of 1 to 5, so they are not on a scale of 1 to 5 in the comparison table.

Later in this article, we will further explain each factor as it applies to the Scottish Terrier and the Xoloitzcuintli

Factor Scottish Terrier Xoloitzcuintli
Does NOT Drool 5/5 5/5
Easy To Train 1/5 3/5
Life Span 11 to 13 years 14 to 20 years
Weight 18 to 22 pounds 10 to 50 pounds
Good For Novice Owners 2/5 1/5
Does NOT Shed 4/5 5/5
Easy To Groom 2/5 5/5
Tolerates Being Alone 3/5 1/5
Tolerates Hot Weather 3/5 3/5
Potential NOT to Gain Weight 3/5 3/5
Does NOT chew on things 3/5 3/5
Low Prey Drive 3/5 1/5
Adapts Well To Apartment Living 4/5 5/5
Easygoing 2/5 1/5
Tolerates Cold Weather 4/5 3/5
Kid-Friendly 4/5 3/5
Dog Friendly 4/5 2/5
Friendly Toward Strangers 4/5 1/5
General Health 4/5 5/5
Intelligence 4/5 5/5
Does NOT Bark or Howl 2/5 1/5
NOT Rambunctious 2/5 3/5
Calmness/ Low Vigor 2/5 3/5
Minimal Exercise Needs 2/5 3/5
Potential For Playfulness 4/5 3/5
Affectionate With Family 5/5 5/5
Tendency NOT to Wander 1/5 1/5
Height Up to 10 inches tall at the shoulder 1 foot, 6 inches to 1 foot, 11 inches tall at the
Average Lifespan 12.0 years 17.0 years
Average Price $1750 $1890
Price Range $1398 – $2000 $1000 – $2500
Temperament Score 65.7 percent 87.5 percent
Common Health Problems and Recommended Health Tests
  • OFA
  • Patellar Luxation
  • von Willebrand`s Disease
  • Patellar Luxation
  • Cardiac Evaluation
  • Eye Examination by a boarded ACVO Opthalmologist
  • OFA Hip Evaluation
  • Popularity out of 200 Dog Breeds 57 138

    Next, we added the scores of the factors that can be added together for the Scottish Terrier in the table (that is, `Ease of Grooming` score + `General Health` score + `Calmness` score + …etc) and we compared it to the corresponding total score for the Xoloitzcuintli. We call these total scores the Better-Pet Scores, as we mentioned earlier. We called this score the Better-Pet score because the better dog breed will have a higher score. This is because the pet will the higher score will have minimal needs and be easier to have as a pet.

    The Better-Pet score for the Scottish Terrier is 77 out of 125 while the Better-Pet score for the Xoloitzcuintli is 74 out of 125.

    Based on their Better-Pet scores, the Scottish Terrier is a better pet than the Xoloitzcuintli. So, you should get the Scottish Terrier!

    Although we have done our best to analyze these two dog breeds in a very unbiased way, however, we will like to let you know that there are some dog attributes that cannot be assigned a number for comparison. We cannot put a number on how cute a dog breed is, for example. Beauty is in the eye of the beholder.

    Also, the dog breed that best suits you will depend on your peculiar lifestyle, your taste, and your priorities, which we do not know. So, for you to decide on which breed is right for you, read through the rest of the article to further understand both the Scottish Terrier and the Xoloitzcuintli so that you can make your own well-informed decision on which pet to get.

    The Most Remarkable Differences Between the Scottish Terrier and the Xoloitzcuintli

    Below is a list of where the Scottish Terrier and the Xoloitzcuintli are most different:

  • Scottish Terriers require a lot of grooming and are not very easy to groom. However, Xoloitzcuintlis are very easy to groom.
  • Scottish Terriers are very friendly towards strangers. However, Xoloitzcuintlis are not very friendly towards strangers.
  • The Similarities Between the Scottish Terrier and the Xoloitzcuintli

    The Scottish Terrier and the Xoloitzcuintli are very similar in certain aspects. Below is the list of where the Scottish Terrier and the Xoloitzcuintli are most similar:

  • Both the Scottish Terrier and the Xoloitzcuintli do not have the tendency to drool.
  • Both the Scottish Terrier and the Xoloitzcuintli are not the best dogs for new dog owners.
  • Both the Scottish Terrier and the Xoloitzcuintli do not shed a lot. They are good for people with dog allergies.
  • Both the Scottish Terrier and the Xoloitzcuintli adapt well to apartment living.
  • Both the Scottish Terrier and the Xoloitzcuintli are easily disturbed by noise in their environments. They are sensitive to human tone. They will understand the tone of your voice when you try to correct their behaviors with a firm tone.
  • Both the Scottish Terrier and the Xoloitzcuintli can tolerate cold weather.
  • Both the Scottish Terrier and the Xoloitzcuintli get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.
  • Both the Scottish Terrier and the Xoloitzcuintli are very healthy. They do not suffer from a lot of health problems compared to other dog breeds
  • Both the Scottish Terrier and the Xoloitzcuintli are highly intelligent.
  • Both the Scottish Terrier and the Xoloitzcuintli are highly vocal. They have the tendency to bark and howl.
  • Both the Scottish Terrier and the Xoloitzcuintli have very high energy levels. They need a lot of exercise time to release their high energy.
  • Both the Scottish Terrier and the Xoloitzcuintli do things with high intensity. They can be very forceful.
  • Both the Scottish Terrier and the Xoloitzcuintli require a lot of exercise. They are good for owners who like to exercise.
  • Both the Scottish Terrier and the Xoloitzcuintli are very playful.
  • Both the Scottish Terrier and the Xoloitzcuintli are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
  • Both the Scottish Terrier and the Xoloitzcuintli have a high tendency to wander. They are easily distracted by other animals or objects.
  • Size (Weight and Height) of Scottish Terrier versus Xoloitzcuintli

    Now, let us discuss the difference in size between the Scottish Terrier and the Xoloitzcuintli.

    Scottish Terriers weigh 18 to 22 pounds when fully grown. Scottish Terriers are Up to 10 inches tall at the shoulder when fully grown.

    On the other hand, Xoloitzcuintlis weigh 10 to 50 pounds when fully grown. Xoloitzcuintlis are 1 foot, 6 inches to 1 foot, 11 inches tall at the when fully grown.

    Lifespan of Scottish Terrier versus Xoloitzcuintli

    The lifespan of Scottish Terriers is between 11 to 13 years. The average lifespan of Scottish Terriers is 12.0 years.

    The lifespan of Xoloitzcuintlis is between 14 to 20 years. The average lifespan of Xoloitzcuintlis is 17.0 years.

    Xoloitzcuintlis live longer than Scottish Terriers.

    Temperament of the Scottish Terrier Versus the Xoloitzcuintli

    The Xoloitzcuintli has a better temperament than the Scottish Terrier.

    This is because the temperament score for the Xoloitzcuintli is 87.5 percent while the temperament score for the Scottish Terrier is 65.7 percent, according to the American Temperament Test Society (ATTS).

    The American Temperament Test Society (ATTS) is a non-profit organization whose mission is to provide fair and objective evaluations of the temperaments of dog breeds.

    Dog breeds with low temperament scores tend to show unprovoked aggression, they easily panic without quickly recovering from the panic, and they tend to avoid people. However, dog breeds with high temperament scores are not aggressive and are not shy. Also, these dogs are generally friendly and are protective of their owners.

    The average temperament score across all dog breeds (over 250 breeds) is 83.7 percent.

    With its temperament score of 65.7 percent, the Scottish Terrier has a below-average temperament compared to other dog breeds.

    With its temperament score of 87.5 percent, the Xoloitzcuintli has an above-average temperament compared to other dog breeds.

    The ATTS obtained the temperament scores of the Scottish Terrier and the Xoloitzcuintli by measuring the temperaments of 35 Scottish Terriers and 8 Xoloitzcuintlis.

    Price of Scottish Terrier versus Price of Xoloitzcuintli

    The average price of the Scottish Terrier puppy is $1750. The price of the Scottish Terrier typically ranges from $1398 – $2000. However, the price of a Scottish Terrier can be as low as $800 and as high as $3750. We obtained this price information by reviewing the prices of 115 Scottish Terrier puppies listed for sale from various sources.

    The average price of the Xoloitzcuintli puppy is $1890. The price of the Xoloitzcuintli typically ranges from $1000 – $2500. However, the price of the Xoloitzcuintli can be as low as $500 and as high as $5000. We obtained this price information by collecting and reviewing the prices of 33 Xoloitzcuintli puppies listed for sale from various sources.

    The Xoloitzcuintli is more expensive than the Scottish Terrier.

    Scottish Terrier Xoloitzcuintli
    Average Price $1750 $1890
    Price Range $1398 to $2000 $1000 to $2500

    The charts below show the price distribution for the Scottish Terrier and Xoloitzcuintli. For different price points, the charts show how many Scottish Terrier puppies or how many Xoloitzcuintli puppies are listed for sale at those price points.

    A breakdown of the prices of Scottish Terriers. The typical price range is shaded Green.

    A breakdown of the prices of Scottish Terriers. The typical price range is shaded Green.

    A breakdown of the prices of Xoloitzcuintlis

    A breakdown of the prices of Xoloitzcuintlis

    Note that a lot of factors determine how much you can expect to pay for the Scottish Terrier puppy or the Xoloitzcuintli puppy. This includes if health screening tests have been performed on the puppy, if the puppy is from a famous pedigree, the US State where the puppy is bred, etc.

    Nevertheless, when looking to buy a puppy, look at buying a puppy only from well-established breeders that breed puppies primarily for the love of dogs, and secondarily for profit. Do not buy a puppy from a puppy mill. Puppy mills mass-produce puppies in bad living conditions for maximum profit.

    You may also consider adopting a dog instead of buying a dog.

    Adopting the Scottish Terrier versus Adopting the Xoloitzcuintli

    You may consider adopting a dog instead of buying a puppy. Many Scottish Terriers and many Xoloitzcuintlis are currently available for adoption.

    These adorable and cute dogs are waiting in dog shelters hoping that someday someone will rescue them. Furthermore, adoption costs are lesser than the cost of a new puppy. Dog adoption costs are usually around $300. In addition to your local dog shelter, a good place online to see dogs that are available for adoption is petfinder.com.

    Below is an adorable Male Scottish Terrier named Ace that is currently available for adoption on Petfinder.com. You can find other lovely adoptable Scottish Terriers like Ace on pefinder.com.

    Also, like Scottish Terriers, Xoloitzcuintlis are also available for adoption. For example, Vlad – Sanctuary – Sponsor My Care is a Male Xoloitzcuintli that is currently available for adoption on petfinder.com. You can find more Xoloitzcuintlis like Vlad – Sanctuary – Sponsor My Care that are up for adoption on petfinder.com.

    The Scottish Terrier and the Xoloitzcuintli can both be adopted. Images from petfinder.com

    Bob & Ray is the name of another Scottish Terrier (Male) on petfinder.com that is looking for a new home.

    You can find more Scottish Terriers and Xoloitzcuintlis that are available for adoption on petfinder.

    The Popularity of Scottish Terrier versus Popularity of Xoloitzcuintli

    Every year, the American Kennel Club (AKC) publishes information on how popular a dog breed is in that particular year. The AKC gets the popularity information of a breed from how many dogs of that breed the owners register with the AKC every year. The AKC collects this data for about 200 dog breeds. The AKC collects this data for purebred dogs only(no mixed or hybrid dogs).

    The graphs and the table below show the popularity of the Scottish Terrier and the Xoloitzcuintli over the years.

    Based on the AKC popularity data over the years, the Scottish Terrier is more popular with dog owners than the Xoloitzcuintli. This is because, over the years, the average popularity of the Scottish Terrier is 57 out of about 200 dog breeds while the average popularity of the Xoloitzcuintli is 138 out of about 200 dog breeds.

    Popularity of Scottish Terrier

    Popularity of Scottish Terrier

    Popularity of Xoloitzcuintli

    Popularity of Xoloitzcuintli

    Year Scottish Terrier Popularity Rank Xoloitzcuintli Popularity Rank
    2013 55 139
    2014 59 142
    2015 58 135
    2016 58 139
    2017 58 143
    2018 57 140
    2019 56 137
    2020 57 131

    Health Problems of Scottish Terrier versus Health Problems of Xoloitzcuintli

    Every dog breed has its own set of health problems that it has a tendency to develop. There is nothing like a perfect dog breed.

    Both the Scottish Terrier and the Xoloitzcuintli are prone to certain genetic health conditions. The Orthopedic Foundation for Animals (OFA) is the organization that keeps track of health problems in dogs. Based on the extensive records that the OFA keeps, the OFA knows what health problems each dog breed is naturally prone to develop. Hence, the OFA recommends which health screening that breeders should perform on a dog breed to make sure that the breeders won`t breed `defective` dog parents that can pass down defective genes to their puppy offspring.

    The more health problems a dog breed is prone to develop, the more health tests the OFA will recommend for that dog breed.

    Based on our review of OFA records, we found that the Xoloitzcuintli is prone to more genetic health problems than the Scottish Terrier.

    This is because the OFA recommends more screening health tests for the Xoloitzcuintli than for the Scottish Terrier.

    3 health tests are recommended for Scottish Terrier while 4 tests are recommended for the Xoloitzcuintli.

    Below is a detailed discussion of health problems in Scottish Terriers and in Xoloitzcuintlis.

    Scottish Terrier Health Problems

    Scottish Terriers are genetically prone to certain health problems. However, breeders can reduce the chances of producing Scottish Terrier puppies with genetic defects by making sure that a puppy`s parents are free from genetic health problems before allowing the parent to make puppies.

    The OFA provides breeders recommendations on which genetic diseases that breeders should screen their dog parents and puppies for.

    If you want a Scottish Terrier puppy that will grow up to be healthy, make sure that your Scottish Terrier breeder screens your puppy or your puppy`s parents for the health problems that the OFA recommends for your puppy`s breed. This will increase the chances that your puppy is free from genetic defects.

    The following are the health tests that Orthopedic Foundation for Animals (OFA) recommends that breeders should screen Scottish Terriers for:

  • OFA
  • Patellar Luxation
  • von Willebrand`s Disease
  • You can find out more about OFA`s recommended tests for Scottish Terriers here.

    Xoloitzcuintli Health Problems

    Xoloitzcuintlis are genetically prone to certain health problems. However, breeders can reduce the chances of producing Xoloitzcuintli puppies with genetic defects by making sure that a puppy`s parents are free from genetic health problems before allowing the parent to make puppies.

    The OFA provides breeders recommendations on which genetic diseases that breeders should screen their dog parents and puppies for.

    If you want a Xoloitzcuintli puppy that will grow up to be healthy, make sure that your Xoloitzcuintli breeder screens your puppy or your puppy`s parents for the health problems that the OFA recommends for your puppy`s breed. This will increase the chances that your puppy is free from genetic defects.

    The following are the health tests that Orthopedic Foundation for Animals (OFA) recommends that breeders should screen Xoloitzcuintlis for:

  • Patellar Luxation
  • Cardiac Evaluation
  • Eye Examination by a boarded ACVO Opthalmologist
  • OFA Hip Evaluation
  • You can find out more about OFA`s recommended tests for Xoloitzcuintlis here.

    More Discussions on Health Problems in Scottish Terriers and Xoloitzcuintlis

    Based on our analysis of data from the Orthopedic Foundation for Animals, of all known genetic health problems in dogs, the health problem that is most commonly seen in the Scottish Terrier Breed is Craniomandibular Osteopathy problems.

    This is because the Scottish Terrier ranks 2 out of 2 dog breeds for Craniomandibular Osteopathy problems. In fact, in a health test conducted on 244 Scottish Terriers, 0 of them had Craniomandibular Osteopathy problems.

    The genetic diseases that were found to commonly occur in Scottish Terriers, and how common these diseases are in Scottish Terriers relative to other dog breeds, are given below:

  • Craniomandibular Osteopathy problems: Rank 2 out of 2 Dog Breeds
  • Patella problems: Rank 30 out of 145 Dog Breeds
  • Thyroid problems: Rank 54 out of 115 Dog Breeds
  • Eyes problems: Rank 79 out of 182 Dog Breeds
  • Based on our analysis of data from the Orthopedic Foundation for Animals, of all known genetic health problems in dogs, the health problem that is most commonly seen in the Xoloitzcuintli Breed is Eyes problems.

    This is because the Xoloitzcuintli ranks 55 out of 182 dog breeds for Eyes problems. In fact, in a health test conducted on 50 Xoloitzcuintlis, 1 of them had Eyes problems.

    The genetic diseases that were found to commonly occur in Xoloitzcuintlis, and how common these diseases are in Xoloitzcuintlis relative to other dog breeds, are given below:

  • Eyes problems: Rank 55 out of 182 Dog Breeds
  • The table below lists the common health problems in Scottish Terrier and in Xoloitzcuintli and the rank (prevalence), compared to other dogs, of these health problems in the Scottish Terrier and the Xoloitzcuintli:

    Disease Scottish Terrier Rank Xoloitzcuintli Rank
    Craniomandibular Osteopathy problems 2 out of 2 dog breeds Not Common
    Patella problems 30 out of 145 dog breeds Not Common
    Thyroid problems 54 out of 115 dog breeds Not Common
    Eyes problems 79 out of 182 dog breeds 55 out of 182 dog breeds

    *To learn more about each of these diseases, go to OFA.org and search for the disease.

    Again, most of these health problems can be prevented through health screening. Responsible breeders screen male and female dog parents for genetic problems. These breeders will only breed dogs that are free of genetic defects. That way, there is little or no chance that their puppies will grow up to have genetic health problems. Always ask a breeder for the list of health tests the breeder screens their dogs for before buying a puppy from such a breeder.

    Tolerates Being Alone: Scottish Terrier versus Xoloitzcuintli

    Scottish Terriers can be left alone only for a short time.

    Xoloitzcuintlis do not like to be left alone.

    Do Scottish Terriers shed more than Xoloitzcuintlis?

    Scottish Terriers do not shed a lot. They are good for people with dog allergies.

    Xoloitzcuintlis do not shed a lot. They are good for people with dog allergies.

    Which one drools more, the Scottish Terrier or the Xoloitzcuintli

    Scottish Terriers do have a very low tendency to drool.

    Xoloitzcuintlis do have a very low tendency to drool.

    Which is Easier to Groom, the Scottish Terrier or the Xoloitzcuintli?

    Scottish Terriers require a lot of grooming and they are not very easy to groom.

    Xoloitzcuintlis are very easy to groom.

    Does the Scottish Terrier Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Xoloitzcuintli?

    Scottish Terriers have a moderate prey drive. They can sometimes chase after smaller animals and pets.

    Xoloitzcuintlis have a high prey drive. They have the tendency to chase after smaller animals and pets. They do not get along well with other pets.

    Do Scottish Terriers Bark and Howl? What about Xoloitzcuintlis?

    Scottish Terriers are highly vocal. They have the tendency to bark and howl.

    Xoloitzcuintlis are highly vocal. They have the tendency to bark and howl.

    Can Scottish Terriers Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Xoloitzcuintlis Tolerate Cold Weather?

    Scottish Terriers can very well tolerate cold weather.

    Xoloitzcuintlis can moderately tolerate cold weather.

    Wanderlust Potential: Scottish Terrier vs. Xoloitzcuintli

    Scottish Terriers have a high tendency to wander. They are easily distracted by other animals or objects.

    Xoloitzcuintlis have a high tendency to wander. They are easily distracted by other animals or objects.

    Can Scottish Terriers Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Xoloitzcuintlis Tolerate Hot Weather?

    Scottish Terriers can tolerate hot weather as long as the weather is not too hot.

    Xoloitzcuintlis can tolerate hot weather as long as the weather is not too hot.

    Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Scottish Terrier or the Xoloitzcuintli?

    Scottish Terriers get along very well with other dogs.

    Xoloitzcuintlis do not get along well with other dogs.

    Are Scottish Terriers good family dogs? What about Xoloitzcuintlis?

    Scottish Terriers are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.

    Xoloitzcuintlis are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.

    How Kid-friendly are Scottish Terriers and Xoloitzcuintlis?

    Scottish Terriers get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.

    Xoloitzcuintlis get along fairly well with kids. They are quite kid-friendly.

    Is the Scottish Terrier Easier to Train than the Xoloitzcuintli?

    Scottish Terriers are not easy to train.

    Xoloitzcuintlis are fairly easy to train.

    Is the Scottish Terrier Better for Apartment Owners than the Xoloitzcuintli?

    Scottish Terriers adapt very well to apartment living.

    Xoloitzcuintlis adapt very well to apartment living.

    Which is Better for New Dog Owners, the Scottish Terrier or the Xoloitzcuintli?

    Scottish Terriers are not the best dogs for new dog owners.

    Xoloitzcuintlis are not the best dogs for new dog owners.

    Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Scottish Terrier

    Furthermore, there are other dog breeds that are very similar to the Scottish Terrier that you can consider on your quest to get the best pet.

    We crunched the numbers and found that the following dog breeds have similar personality and temperament as the Scottish Terrier:

  • Lakeland Terrier (79 percent match with Scottish Terrier). Here is our comparison of the Xoloitzcuintli vs Lakeland Terrier.
  • Puli (79 percent match with Scottish Terrier). Here is our comparison of the Xoloitzcuintli vs Puli.
  • Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Xoloitzcuintli

    Furthermore, there are other dog breeds that are very similar to the Xoloitzcuintli that you can consider on your quest to get the best pet.

    We crunched the numbers and found that the following dog breeds have similar personality and temperament as the Xoloitzcuintli:

  • Glen of Imaal Terrier (70 percent match with Xoloitzcuintli). Here is our comparison of the Scottish Terrier vs Glen of Imaal Terrier.
  • Karelian Bear Dog (70 percent match with Xoloitzcuintli). Here is our comparison of the Scottish Terrier vs Karelian Bear Dog.
  • Lhasapoo (71 percent match with Xoloitzcuintli). Here is our comparison of the Scottish Terrier vs Lhasapoo.
  • Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You

    You may also be interested in how the Scottish Terrier and how the Xoloitzcuintli compares to other breeds. So, see below the comparison of the Scottish Terrier and of the Xoloitzcuintli to other breeds:

    Scottish Terrier Versus Other Dog Breeds

    Scottish Terrier versus Spinone Italiano     Scottish Terrier versus Yorkshire Terrier     Scottish Terrier versus Brittany     Scottish Terrier versus Shihpoo     Scottish Terrier versus Mudi     Scottish Terrier versus Harrier     Scottish Terrier versus Field Spaniel     Scottish Terrier versus American Water Spaniel     Scottish Terrier versus Greater Swiss Mountain Dog     Scottish Terrier versus Cavapoo     Scottish Terrier versus Catahoula Bulldog     Scottish Terrier versus Glen of Imaal Terrier     Scottish Terrier versus Bich Poo     Scottish Terrier versus Berger Picard     Scottish Terrier versus Schipperke     Scottish Terrier versus Sealyham Terrier     Scottish Terrier versus Pyrenean Shepherd     Scottish Terrier versus Caucasian Shepherd Dog     Scottish Terrier versus Welsh Terrier     Scottish Terrier versus Boston Terrier     Scottish Terrier versus Bouvier des Flandres     Scottish Terrier versus Miniature Schnauzer     Scottish Terrier versus Chi-Poo     Scottish Terrier versus Schnoodle     Scottish Terrier versus Ibizan Hound     

    Xoloitzcuintli Versus Other Dog Breeds

    Xoloitzcuintli versus Scottish Terrier     Xoloitzcuintli versus Stabyhoun     Xoloitzcuintli versus Bloodhound     Xoloitzcuintli versus Briard     Xoloitzcuintli versus Irish Setter     Xoloitzcuintli versus Australian Terrier     Xoloitzcuintli versus Black Russian Terrier     Xoloitzcuintli versus Bernedoodle     Xoloitzcuintli versus Cockalier     Xoloitzcuintli versus Yorkipoo     Xoloitzcuintli versus Puli     Xoloitzcuintli versus Afador     Xoloitzcuintli versus American Pit Bull Terrier     Xoloitzcuintli versus Standard Poodle     Xoloitzcuintli versus English Cocker Spaniel     Xoloitzcuintli versus Irish Terrier     Xoloitzcuintli versus English Toy Spaniel     Xoloitzcuintli versus Whippet     Xoloitzcuintli versus Irish Terrier     Xoloitzcuintli versus Cavalier King Charles Spaniel     Xoloitzcuintli versus Canaan Dog     Xoloitzcuintli versus Stabyhoun     Xoloitzcuintli versus Doberman Pinscher     Xoloitzcuintli versus Cavachon     

    Conclusion: Scottish Terrier versus Xoloitzcuintli. Which One is a Better Pet?

    In summary, there is nothing like a better dog breed or a worse dog breed. The important question to ask is which dog breed better matches your interests and lifestyle. We hope our discussion above will help you in deciding which dog breed between the Scottish Terrier and the Xoloitzcuintli better suits you and your family.