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Skye Terrier
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Description
The Skye Terrier is an elegant, long and low terrier. It has a powerful muzzle, a black nose, dark brown eyes, and either upright or falling-down ears. Its tail is pendent and never curled. Its undercoat is soft but its outer coat is long, hard, straight, free of any rippling and parts down the middle of the back. The colours of its coat are either grey-blue, dove or cream, always with black ears. The hair also shields and protects the eyes and forehead. The hare-like feet are long and large, pointing forward.
Height: 9-10 inches (23-25cm.)
Weight: 19-24 pounds (7-11kg.)
The Skye Terrier is very good-natured, polite and affectionate. Courageous, spunky and bold. Loving and playful, but more serious than most terriers. They need a lot of attention to be happy. Loyal, protective, and a bit willful. They often do not like to be touched by strangers and may bite. Be careful around other small animals, as the Skye likes to chase, and they can be a bit dog-aggressive. These little dogs like to bark.
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Average puppy price
$0.00
Lifespan
10 - 12 years
Size category
Small
Feeding requirements
An easy breed to feed. Keep an eye on their weight.
Ailments
This is a very healthy breed.
Susceptibility to illness
Low
Energy
Medium
Amount of exercise
Exercise should consist of a short to moderate walk on a daily basis.
Intelligence
A fairly intelligent breed. Train with mutual respect, fairness and consistency. Needs training to accept other pets.
Distress Caused if left alone
Medium
Suitability as a guard dog
Low
Tendency to bark
High
Ease of transportation
High
Level of aggression
Medium
Compatibility with other animals
Medium
Suitable for children
Medium
Grooming
The long straight coat needs frequent attention or it will mat. Brush regularly with a good pin brush or metal comb.
Coat length
Medium/Long
Shedding
Moderate
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