April is here. And with it the dodgy errands at work which turn out to be a spoof. We all know Scotties are comical but sometimes their antics can get to be too much for their owners. Cath Marchbank discusses how to evade a Storm in a Teacup and we celebrate some Scottie birthdays. Well, someone had to be born on April Fool's Day!

Crufts 2022, canine-friendly gardening, STECS donating medication campaign and sofa Scotties are the topics STECS Welfare Officer Cath Marchbank tackles in our latest edition of Scottie MOT from London Scottie Radio. During the show Cath mentioned a service that helps identify toxins which canines could meet on their adventures. LSC believes it is better if we can avoid the toxic plants in the first place and with Spring on the way, we therefore share here a list of dangerous plants as compiled by charity Dogs Trust.

Imagine visiting the vets and it taking the vet 30 minutes to study the notes. Such was the story of one Scottish Terrier who had many ailments in his life but still managed to live with his devoted owners for 11 years. Hear the amazing story of Monty told by owner Holly Rogers.

Nail-biting episode of Scottie MOT with Jacky Ash, and we ask what to do if you no longer need medication prescribed for your Scottie?

STECS Welfare Officer Cath Marchbank tackles the nuisance of fleas and discuss one of the most prevalent illnesses to hit Scotties, bladder cancer. We dedicate this episode of Scottie MOT to the memory of Gordon the Wheaten Scottie from Virginia, USA. If you have a question for Scottie MOT be sure to visit www.Scottie.Scot and provide as much detail as you can (attach photos or short video if this helps). All Scottish Terrier owners are welcome to submit questions.

Did you know you could extend your Scottie's life by three years if you look after their teeth? Jacky Ash explains why keeping your Scottie's teeth healthy matters more than vanity. A transcript of the recording is available under the player button for this episode from our website LondonScottie.Club We apologise for the poor audio quality of this episode - we were having some dental work carried out!

This week we make a meal of it. Scottie diets can be balanced kibble and soft, or they can involve raw food or processed food. Cath Marchbank tackles the latest questions. If you have a question for Scottie MOT be sure to visit http://scottieclub.uk/contacts/ and provide as much detail as you can (attach photos or short video if this helps). All Scottish Terrier owners are welcome to submit questions.

What is your dog trying to tell you if they adopt difficult habits like urinating indoors or stalling in the street anytime someone approaches? Jacky Ash tackles the latest questions and advises finding canine behaviour specialists locally - with a little help from your vet. If you have a question for Scottie MOT be sure to visit http://scottieclub.uk/contacts/ and provide as much detail as you can (attach photos if this helps). All Scottish Terrier owners are welcome to submit questions.

What is it like to suddenly lose your Scottie, even if you know it has a long-term illness? Karen Randall adopted Remy, but for the year they were together it was more like fostering a Scottie. Hear about the emotions and why Karen would do it all again. Around 50 Scotties need rehoming each year in the UK, according to charity STECS statistics. Find out why we need to help.

Following STECS Welfare Officer Cath Marchbank's debut on Scottie MOT she had two health enquiries from listeners who heard the show. In her second monthly episode Cath explains how to "Take Back Control". Not Britain away from Europe, but Scotties away from squirrels or standoffs with cats. Cath also gives advice on how to treat your Scottie during the looming holiday season, in this fun, festive edition of Scottie MOT, the last of 2021. Be sure to send in your questions for 2022 using the Contact form and mark the subject title "MOT".