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Pronunciation |
Skye
Terrier |
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Description |
The Skye Terrier is a long, low to the ground dog, with the length being twice as long as the height. The head is long tapering to the muzzle with a slight stop. The nose is black. The teeth meet in a level or scissors bite. The eyes are brown, darker is preferred in the show ring. The symmetrical ears are either erect or dropped (dropped are rare). The tail is long hanging with abundant feathering, pendent
and never curled. The long, large feet are hare-like, pointing straight forward. The double coat has a soft, woolly undercoat and a flat, straight, hard outer coat that is about 5 1/2 inches long (14 cm.) that hangs down on each side, parted in the middle from head to tail. The solid colored coat comes in black, blue, gray-blue, dark or light gray, silver platinum, fawn or cream. There may be black points on the ears, muzzle and tip of the tail. There is sometimes a small amount of white on the chest. Puppy coats often change in color by the time they are adults.
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Temperament |
The Skye is very good-natured, loyal, polite, loving
and affectionate. Brave, bold and spirited. Playful and happy, they love attention. Can become a bit willful with a meek or passive owner, needing a handler with a natural air of authority. Socialize well with different people, noises and sights. This breed likes to chase, take caution with other small non-canine pets. Do not allow this breed to developed Small Dog Syndrome, human induced behaviors where the dog believes they are the boss of the home. When this is allowed to happen the dogs temperaments change for the worst which may include, but is not limited to dog aggressiveness, suspicion of strangers, over protectiveness, obsessive barking and in the worst cases biting.
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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 |
Generally healthy. |
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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 |
If the coat is kept long they need to be brushed frequently or they will mat. Some owners choose to clip the coat shorter for easier care. It may take several years for the full adult coat to come in. This
breed is an average shedder.
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| Origin |
The Skye Terrier is among one of the oldest terriers known today. In the early 1600's a Spanish ship wrecked off the island of Skye in the Scottish Hebrides. The ship had Maltese dogs onboard who survived and mated with the local terriers resulting in the Skye Terrier breed. The dogs were used to hunt down vermin, fox and badger who would prey on the farmer's livestock. In the 19th century Queen Victoria
took a liking to the breed and the Skye Terrier became very popular for awhile, especially
among the nobility. A Skye named "Greyfriar’s Bobby" was said to have guarded the grave of Constable John Grey, who was his master, for 14 years. Towns people came and fed him until he died at age 16. A statue was placed in Edinburgh in the dog's honor. The Skye was first exhibited in England in 1864. The AKC recognized the breed in 1887.
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Terrier, AKC Terrier |
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Recognition |
CKC, FCI, AKC, KCGB, CKC, ANKC, NKC,
NZKC, CET, APRI, ACR, DRA |
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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
DRA = Dog Registry of America, Inc. |
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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