Instructions
Devote yourself to the study of the Scottish terrier breed. Own one, or several, as pets and learn about the Scottie personality. Study the official American Kennel Club breed standard, the official guide by which Scotties are assessed. Join both the Scottish Terrier Club of America and a local "specialty" Scottie club near you. Attend many dog shows before considering breeding; this allows you to interact with excellent quality Scottish terriers and their owners. Ask Scottie owners and fanciers many questions about the breed.
Learn how to read and analyze a pedigree, one of most essential breeder skills. Closely study the pedigrees of great Scottish terriers like Roundtown Mercedes of Maryscot. Contact experienced breeders and let them know your interest in breeding Scotties. Volunteer to assist them with their kennels; this will help you understand the day-to-day realities of being a Scottie breeder.
Evaluate your breeding stock objectively. Assess how well your Scottie adheres to the breed standard. Provide your Scottie with excellent medical care, exercise, and nutrition. Screen your Scottie for genetic disorders and ensure that the dogs in the pedigree are also clear of health concerns. Ask your veterinarian to run pre-breeding health tests. Consult experienced breeders about nurturing Scottie mothers, or dams, during the breeding process.
Ensure that your Scottie sire is appropriate, in terms of health and conformation, to be bred. Keep your dogs stress-free; frazzled canines can experience fertility problems. Do not breed a shy, aggressive, or otherwise poorly tempered Scottie; longtime breeders know that Scottie dams and sires pass on their personality traits to their puppies.
How to Breed Scottish Terriers
Nicknamed "Scotties," Scottish Terriers sport a wiry coat and were originally bred to hunt vermin. They first appeared on American soil in the 1890s and have endeared themselves to generations of dog lovers. Cute and spry though Scotties may be, breeding them -- or any pure dog breed -- responsibly is an arduous task that takes years to master. If you have never owned a Scottish Terrier before, you are advised to live with one as a pet and do lots of research before becoming a breeder.