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The Skye Terrier originated in Scotland in the 1600's. The breed is considered a working terrier, which is used for tracking.Dog Channel: Skye Terrier
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Fast Facts
- Origin: Scotland
- Height: 10 inches
- Weight: 19-23 lbs
- Life expectancy: 12 - 15 years
- Nickname: Terrier of the western islands
- Not recommended in homes with small childrenDogs in Depth: Skye Terrier
- Not recommended in homes with other petsDogs in Depth: Skye Terrier
- In danger of extinction Telegraph.co.uk: Skye seven raise hope for breed's survival
- Very protective of their property
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Health Problems
The dog is a breed with short legs, and is susceptible to puppy limp. The dog is also susceptible to degenerative disc disease, Cancer, and Hyperthyroidism. Club AKC.com: Skye Terrier The standard look of the skye terrier is a long coat, which requires daily grooming and attention. The long coat also makes it susceptible to flea and tick infestation. -
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The Skye Terrier was originally bred as a hunter and herder. Although they are small and look affable, they are not considered to be the cuddly type. They traditionally are not trusting of strangers,are territorial and will bark often.Dogster: Skye Terrier Although the breed's physical appearance resembles the typical toy dog, it is classified as a terrier because of its nature and work ethic. The breed was recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1887.AKC: Skye Terrier History The skye terrier is also considered a vulnerable breed for extinction.Telegraph.co.uk: Skye seven raise hope for breed's survival -
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@thesilverpuff Jack is a labradoodle and Sharnie is a maltese x skye terrier i.e. a little fluffball.
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View All Skye Terrier Questions (9) | Ask a QuestionAny one here have a Jack Russel Terrier? (2 Answers)Very good friends of ours own a JRT. He is 6'5" tall and it is funny to see him go for a jog with the dog, but they totally mesh. read moreHow do you train a yorkshire terrier? (1 Answer)Using the reward system has worked best for me . Additional suggestions can be found here. http://animal.discovery.com/guides/dogs/dog-training/dog-training.html read moreHow do you teach a Boston Terrier to stop being nippy? (4 Answers)You need to nip this one in the bud, immediately. A nip will turn into a bite. The problem with harsh corrections is that some dogs will get scared and ... read moreI want a puppy, French Bulldog or Boston Terrier? (2 Answers)Hi, Wow a very exciting decision - a new puppy. Here are the AKC breed standard temperament descriptions of the two types of dogs, keep in mind that each breed ... read more
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