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Skye Terrier
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Pronunciation |
Skye
Terrier |
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Description |
The Skye Terrier is an elegant, long
and low terrier. Its length should be twice its height at the withers. It has a
powerful muzzle, a black nose, dark brown eyes, and either upright or
falling-down ears (although, falling-down ears are rare). Its tail is pendent
and never curled. Its undercoat is soft but its 6 inch outer coat is long, hard,
straight, free of any rippling and parts down the middle of the back. The colors
of its coat are either gray-blue, dove or cream, always with black ears. A small
amount of white is permitted on the chest. The hair also shields and protects
the eyes and forehead. The teeth should form a scissors bite. The hare-like feet
are long and large, pointing straight forward. |
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Temperament |
The Skye is very good-natured, polite
and affectionate. Courageous, spunky and bold. Loving and playful, yet more
serious than many terriers. They need a lot of attention to be happy. Loyal,
protective, and a bit willful. This breed requires extensive early socialization
with people or he may grow up to be overly suspicious of strangers. He often
does 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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Height, Weight |
Its Length should be twice its height.
Height: 10 inches (25.5cm.) Average
Weight: Male
35 - 40 pounds (16-18 kg.)
Weight: Female
25 - 30 pounds (11.5-14 kg.) |
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Health Problems |
This is a very healthy breed. |
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Living Conditions |
The Skye Terrier is good for apartment
life. It is relatively active indoors and will do okay without a yard. |
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Exercise |
The
Skye Terrier need a daily walk.
Play will take care of a lot of their exercise needs, however, as with all
breeds, play will not fulfill their primal instinct to walk. Dogs who do not get
to go on daily walks are more likely to display behavior problems. They will
also enjoy a good romp in a safe open area off lead, such as a large fenced in
yard. |
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Life Expectancy |
About 12-15 years |
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Grooming |
The long straight coat needs frequent
attention or it will mat. The puppy's coat is quite different from the adult
coat. It may take several years before the adult coat develops completely. This
breed is an average shedder. |
| Origin |
The origin of the Skye Terrier is
connected with a shipwreck. In the early 1600's a Spanish ship came to grief
against the rocks of the island of Skye in the Scottish Hebrides. Among the
survivors were Maltese dogs that mated with local terriers and produced
this new extremely pleasing and unique breed. In the mid-1800's Queen Victoria
took a fancy to the breed and it became very popular for awhile, especially
among the nobility. Later the breed's popularity waned. The Skye Terrier is very
loyal and strongly connected to his master. Legend has it that a Skye named
"Bobby" stayed faithfully by the grave of his deceased master for ten
years before he, too, passed away. Towns people fed him. The breed was first
shown in England in 1864, and first registered with the AKC in 1887. Today the
beautiful Skye Terrier is primarily a companion, though he can still help
control vermin. |
| Group |
Terrier, AKC Terrier |
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Recognition |
CKC, FCI, AKC, KCGB, CKC, ANKC, NKC,
NZKC, CET, APRI, ACR |
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CKC = Continental
Kennel Club
FCI = Fédération
Cynologique Internationale
AKC = American
Kennel Club
KCGB = Kennel
Club of Great Britain
CKC = Canadian
Kennel Club
ANKC = Australian
National Kennel Club
NKC = National
Kennel Club
NZKC = New Zealand
Kennel Club
CET = Club
Español de Terriers (Spanish Terrier Club)
APRI = American Pet Registry
Inc.
ACR = American Canine Registry |
Dog Shirts!
This is Ailie (Skye Terrier rescue).
Yep, she's a pistol!
"This is my 14-15 year old
Skye Terrier named Sam. I have had him for all but the first year as
he was a
SPCA rescue dog
The
intelligence that he displays is really something. It’s almost as if
he can figure things out to get what he wants. He would probably
liked flyball or something. He has learned tricks etc, but only
comes when called if he knows the reward structure is in place."
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Tazia
Magic, the Skye Terrier at 15 years old. Magic lives in
Thailand.
Since the climate in Thailand is quite hot, he gets trimmed every two month.
Magic, the Skye Terrier at 15 years old
Magic, the Skye Terrier at 15 years old
Magic, the Skye Terrier at 15 years old
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