While no dogs are truly 100% hypoallergenic, Scotchons are about as close as it gets, making them an ideal pet if you are an allergy sufferer.

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

Playful
Independent
Alert
Sensitive
Intelligent
Affectionate
Quick
Gentle
Selfish
Cheerful

Active
Playful
Alert
Intelligent
Friendly
Docile
Loyal
Lively
Sociable
Attentive
Trainable
Spirited
Extroverted

Scotchons are low shedding dogs, requiring minimal coat care.

Toy Pom Terriers are moderate shedders, but regular brushing can reduce shedding and maintain coat health.

Bichon Frise, Scottish Terrier

Pomeranian and Toy Fox Terrier

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

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

2009

Unknown

Brown

Blue
Hazel
Brown
Amber

Black

Black
Brown
Isabella

Black
Brown
Gray
Cream

Black
Gray
Brown
Red
Cream
Fawn
White
Pied
Sable

Scotchons are known for their coat length.

Toy Pom Terriers have longer coats compared to most dogs.

Wiry

Straight

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

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

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

While the Toy Pom Terrier breed is generally healthy, occasional vet check-ups are still necessary to address any health concerns.

Patellar Luxation
Scottie Cramp
Cataracts
Hip Dysplasia

Patellar Luxation
Early Tooth Loss
Demodactic Mange

Allergies
Von Willebrand's Disease
Bladder Stones

Cataracts
Skin Allergies

Skin Evaluation
Eye examination
Blood Count
Allergy Testing
DNA for VWD

Knee
Eye Examinations
Allergy Testing

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

Toy Pom Terriers sleep less than other breeds but still need adequate sleep for good health.

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Scotchon, it's at least 7 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 Toy Pom Terrier, it's at least 5 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

In general most Scotchons usually need at least 40 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 Toy Pom Terriers 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.

Scotchons 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.

The Toy Pom Terrier has low grooming needs and is easy to maintain.

Slicker Brush
Scissors
Clipper
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Comb
Deshedder
Nail Clipper

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

The average cost of a Toy Pom Terrier is somewhere $1.00 - $1.40 per day.

The average per month expenses of a Scotchon 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.

The average per month expenses of a Toy Pom 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.

Scotchons are good with kids if socialized and trained from a young age.

Toy Pom Terriers are not the best choice for families with kids.

Scotchons are good with cats, but early training is needed to prevent chasing behavior.

Toy Pom Terriers are very friendly with cats and make great companions for them.

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

Toy Pom Terriers are average in their friendliness towards other dogs, and socialization can help.

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

Toy Pom Terriers are averagely friendly around strangers but benefit from early socialisation.

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

Toy Pom Terriers are popular for their ease of training and quick learning ability.