Intelligent
Confident
Friendly
Affectionate
Reliable
Loyal
Kind
Faithful
Trustworthy

Playful
Independent
Alert
Courageous
Intelligent
Friendly
Affectionate
Quick
Selfish

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

Scoland Terriers shed very little hair, making them a great choice for those who dislike excess hair in the house.

Golden Mountain Dogs make excellent watchdogs - they're vocal and protective of their territory.

Avoid Scoland Terriers as watchdogs - they're not effective.

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United Kingdom

Golden Retriever and Bernese Mountain Dog

Scottish Terrier, Westie

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®

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®

Brown

Brown

Brindle
Brown
White
Black

Black
Fawn

Straight

Wiry

A Golden Mountain Dog 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 Scoland Terrier 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.

Heart Problems
Von Willebrand's Disease
Hypothyroidism
Cancer

Seborrhea
Von Willebrand's Disease
Keratoconjunctivitis Sicca (Dry Eye)
Craniomandibular Osteopathy (Lion Jaw)

Hip Dysplasia
Epilepsy

Deafness
Pulmonic Stenosis
Cataracts
Lens Luxation
Legg-Calve Perthes Disease
Persistent Pupillary Membranes (PPM)
Chronic Hepatitis

X-Rays
Electrocardiogram
Blood Work
Full Physical Examination
Diagnostic Imaging
Blood Glucose Tests
Physical and Neurologic Examination

Complete Blood Count
Brain Auditory Evoked Response (BAER)
Internal Imaging (x-ray, CT scan, MRI, etc.)
Blood And Urine Analysis
Ear Tests and Myringotomy Tests
Yearly Physical Examination
Blood Chemistry
Eye Examinations (both internal as well as external)
X-rays of various parts of the skeletal system
Dental and Oral Examinations

Golden Mountain Dogs' high energy levels make them unsuitable for a low-key dog, choose accordingly.

Scoland Terriers are a good choice for a low-key lifestyle due to their low energy levels.

Golden Mountain Dogs require significant physical activity and suit those with an active lifestyle.

Scoland Terriers need moderate physical activity and are great for families and active individuals.

Golden Mountain Dog dogs are generally less vocal than other breeds and only bark when necessary, such as to alert their owner or communicate.

The Scoland Terrier is a vocal breed that frequently barks and howls, and may not be suitable for those seeking a quiet companion.

Run, Fetch, Walk

Chase, Fetch, Walk

Golden Mountain Dogs 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.

Scoland Terriers are high-energy dogs. They need mental as well as physical exercise. These dogs require a lot of your involvement and without it they can, and will, become problematic dogs.

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Golden Mountain Dog, it's at least 10 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 Scoland Terrier, it's at least 7 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

The Golden Mountain Dog requires an average amount of grooming compared to other breeds.

Scoland Terriers 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.

Ideally, Golden Mountain Dog should be brushed at least 2 or 3 times a week (preferably daily) improve shedding.

Scoland Terrier 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
Comb
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Deshedder
Nail Clipper

For an average 80-120 pound (36 - 54 kg) Golden Mountain Dog feed 4 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 15-22 pound (7 - 10 kg) Scoland Terrier 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 Golden Mountain Dog is somewhere $3.90 - $4.20 per day.

The average cost of a Scoland Terrier is somewhere $1.10 - $1.40 per day.

The average per month expenses of a Golden Mountain Dog is between $112 - $126. This makes an average of $1344 - $1512 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 Scoland Terrier 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.

Golden Mountain Dog is highly intelligent and very trainable.

Scoland Terriers are average in obedience intelligence but have a high IQ and may cause trouble if left unsupervised.

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

The Scoland Terrier is a great apartment dog, thriving with sufficient exercise and time outside as part of their daily routine.

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

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

Golden Mountain Dogs are good with cats, but early training is needed to prevent chasing behavior.

Scoland Terriers are average in their friendliness toward cats and tend to do well with them, especially if raised together.

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

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