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

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

Affectionate
Gentle
Loving
Cheerful
Intelligent
Playful

Active
Playful
Independent
Alert
Intelligent
Responsive
Docile
Quick
Gentle
Tempered
Sweet
Selfish
Easygoing

United States

United States

Yorkshire Terrier and Dachshund

Scottish Terrier and Maltese

1990

2000's

Brown

Brown

Black

Black

Brown
Black
Red
Blue

Brindle
Fawn
Black
White

A Dorkie can have a litter of 13-15 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 Scottese can have a litter of 3-5 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.

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

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

Patellar Luxation
Intervertebral Disc Disease
Retinal Dysplasia
Tracheal Collapse
Portosystemic Shunt

Mono/Bilateral Cryptorchidism
Von Willebrand's Disease
Patent Ductus Arteriosus (PDA)
Craniomandibular Osteopathy (Lion Jaw)

Entropion
Color Dilution Alopecia
Corneal Dystrophy
Acanthosis Nigricans

Deafness
Pulmonic Stenosis
Hydrocephalus
Hemophilia
Portosystemic Shunt
Shaker Dog Syndrome

X-Rays
MRI
CT Scan
Eye Examination
Skin Evaluation
Ultrasound
Urinalysis
Blood Work

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

Dorkies sleep less than other breeds but still need adequate sleep for good health.

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

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

Scotteses 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.

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Dorkie, it's at least 4 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 Scottese, it's at least 5 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

In general most Dorkies usually need at least 45 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 Scotteses usually need at least 60 minutes of exercise daily. This can be spread across the day and include all sorts of high-energy activities, like walking, running and playing.

Dorkies 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 Scottese requires an average amount of grooming compared to other breeds.

Pin Brush
Slicker Brush
Comb
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Dematter
Deshedder
Nail Clipper

The average per month expenses of a Dorkie is between $32 - $42. This makes an average of $384 - $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 Scottese 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.

Dorkies are not the best choice for families with kids.

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

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

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

Dorkies are less friendly towards other dogs, but can improve with socialization.

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

Dorkies are quick to announce strangers and can be standoffish or suspicious.

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