Who are we?
The Scottish Terrier Club of America (STCA) is dedicated to the pedigree dog and adherence to sound principles that enable this wonderful breed to flourish.
Members are a diverse group united in their interest in the breed. They spend time with their dogs at home on the sofa and at a variety of activities, including social events and all kinds of competitions.
Some members breed and raise Scottie puppies, and some participate in the rescue and rehoming of abandoned or unwanted Scots.
All love their dogs.
Become a member
The Scottish Terrier Club of America is dedicated to the pedigree dog and adherence to sound principles that enable this wonderful breed to flourish. We encourage your support and involvement as we strive to engage with breeders and owners in this pursuit.
Education and Mentorship, access to the Health Trust Fund research, grants, and library, and the ability to research Pedigrees and Registry of Merit Titles are just a few of the benefits to becoming an STCA member.
Specialty shows
The STCA sponsors two conformation specialty shows and other performance activities each year to encourage quality breeding and sportsmanlike competition and fellowship.
We offer support to our twenty regional clubs, each serving its area and hosting all kinds of activities.
Our Spring specialty show rotates around the country and our Fall specialty is held in conjunction with the Montgomery County Kennel Club’s show in Blue Bell, PA.
The Bagpiper Magazine
The Bagpiper magazine, the official quarterly publication of the Scottish Terrier Club of America (STCA), includes:
- Scottie-related health articles
- Training Tips
- Grooming Advice
- Photos & Award Standings
- Reports from the STCA Health and Rescue Trust Funds
- Member Advertisements
- “Ceilidh” section for Member Celebrations
It is mailed to club members and Scottish Terrier judges and is also available to non-members via subscription.
Trust Fund
The Club has taken an active role in rescue since the 1970’s. In 2005, the SCTA established a Rescue Trust Fund that is able to accept tax deductible donations, support rescue groups with necessary funding, and be prepared for emergency needs, such as the closing of large puppy mills.
Trust Fund
We formally established the Health Trust Fund in 1994. The HTF’s mission focuses on the identification of important health issues in the breed, research support to enhance the prevention and cure of diseases for the betterment of the breed, communication, breeder support, periodic breed-wide surveys, and the future and preservation of the breed.