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What were Scotties bred for?

What were Scotties bred for?

What were Scotties bred for?

Scottish Terriers, often called Scotties, were originally bred for hunting vermin like rats and badgers. They have a strong prey drive and are quite fearless, which makes them effective hunters.

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