Scottie cramp in dogs
An inherited movement disorder, mainly in Scottish Terriers, where excitement or exercise triggers muscle stiffness and cramping. Affected dogs may arch the back, tuck the legs and struggle to walk during episodes, though they recover quickly at rest.
1 of the 155 breeds we track are commonly associated with Scottie cramp, including Scottish Terrier. Across these breeds median lifespans range from 12.7 to 12.7 years.
Scottie cramp in dogs: quick facts
- Type
- neurological condition
- Breeds affected
- 1 of the 155 breeds we track
- Severity (as scored)
- Standard hereditary condition
Plain-English definitions of these terms are on the glossary. On the Breed Health Score, Scottie cramp is weighted as a standard hereditary condition within a breed's overall burden. This describes how our data weights the condition, not a diagnosis.
Breeds commonly associated with Scottie cramp (1), ranked by health score
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Note. Breed associations are compiled from RVC VetCompass / AKC / PDSA and are indicative, not a diagnosis or veterinary advice. Browse all conditions or the breed directory.