Skye Terrier Dog Breed Information

Posted on Apr 27, 2019, Modified : Nov 7, 2019 Zina

Breeds

Country of Origin	Scotland
Nicknames and Other Names	None
Scientific Name	Canis lupus familiaris
Breed Type	Purebred
Group	Terrier Group
Bred For	Hunting vermin, fox, badger, otter
Size	Small-sized
Recognized By	FCI, UKC, AKC, NZKC, CKC, KC, ANKC
Life Span	12-14 years
Ideal Weight	Male: 35-45 pounds Female: slighter lighter
Ideal Height	Male: 10 inches Female: 9.5 inches
Fur Type	Double coat, soft and wooly undercoat, hard, straight, flat outercoat
Common Colors	Black, Fawn, Cream, Blue, Platinum, Gray, Blue
Markings	None
Availability	Commonly available
Achievements	Statue in Edinburgh in an honor
Suitable for Apartments	Yes
Used in World War	No
Most Similar To	Cesky Terrier

The Skye Terrier is a medium-sized dog breed that is a very active and agile chaser. They are also known as the Isle of Skye Terrier. It is also known to be a very courageous and fearless dog that is given a tag of ” The heart of a lion”.

The Skye Terrier is longer than it is tall with a slightly long and powerful head. The eyes are medium-sized, closely set and brown or dark brown in color. The ears are feathery and either pricked or dropped. They are suitable in an apartment with the company of its family members.

Origin and History

The Skye Terrier was originated in the Isle of Skye in the Scottish Hebrides, centuries ago. They were originally bred as a small game hunting dog that hunts vermin, fox, badger, and otter. This breed has not changed much during centuries. The popularity of the Skye Terrier came to a peak in the 19th century, when Queen Victoria promoted this breed.

The American Kennel Club accepted Skye Terrier in 1887, as a member of the Terrier Group.

Is Skye Terrier Child-Friendly?

The Skye gets well with children and can become a great companion for them. They are loving of kids and enjoy their company. However, young children are not suitable for them if not raised together. Older children, who know how to behave around dogs can get along with them well. Their interaction with children should always be supervised.

Skye Terrier is child friendly — Picture of Skye Terrier with Children.
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Temperament, Behavior, Personality

Temperament: The Skye Terrier is of good-tempered dog that is friendly, affectionate, and loving towards its family. They are wary of strangers and tend to bark at them if they see someone approaching. Therefore, they make a good watchdog.

Behavior: The Skye Terrier thrives for the company and attention of its people. If they do not the attention of its people, they will bark and pull their attention towards them. They also get separation anxiety if they are left alone for a long period of time without any interaction with a human being.

Personality: The personality of the Skye Terrier is lively and energetic. They are very active but also want to cuddle and sit on their owner’s lap. It is a very courageous dog that can face any dangerous animals without any fear and willing to protect its family from any kind of danger.

Trainability

Training Skye Terrier is not for a novice dog owner who cannot handle its energy and intelligence. They need a firm leader who can train them with confident and consistent.

Use positive methods of training, where delicious treats and a lot of praises include. It will keep them interested and focused on the training. Do not use harsh voice and force hands on them as they might get scared and lose interest. Therefore, be gentle and gain their trust and respect.

Facts

This breed was famous among Kings and Queens of England.
It ranks 178 0f 193 registered breed in American Kennel Club as of April 2019.
A Skye Terrier named Bobby stayed near its master’s grave for 14 years in the cemetery at Edinburgh’s Greyfriars Kirk.

Skye Terrier named Bobby Statue.
Image Source: Instagram-@beingscottish

Health Issues

General Health	Healthy
Common Health Issues	Achondroplasia, Patellar Luxation, Cataracts
Hypoallergenic	No
Vaccination Required	Rabies, Canine Coronavirus, Canine Parvovirus, Canine Parainfluenza, Leptospirosis, Canine Distemper, Kennel Cough
Shedding	None to Minimal
Drooling	Low Drooler
Grooming	Average Grooming Required
Weight Gain Potential	Average
Separation Anxiety	High Chance
Allergies	None
Diets and Supplements	Protein: 18% Fat: 5% Omega-3 and 6 Fatty Acids Glucosamine Probiotics Antioxidant

Skye Terrier is a very healthy breed with a life expectancy of 12-14 years. The only possible health condition they might have is an orthopedic problem. It causes a body that is larger than the legs which affect the bones, joints or muscles.

The symptoms that can be seen are lameness, loss in appetite, stiffness, irritability, abnormal gait and so on. It can be controlled with proper diet and regular moderate exercise.

Colors

The Skye Terrie comes in the following color:

Black
Fawn
Cream
Fawn Gray
Platinum
Silver

Puppies

Image Source: Instagram-@vanlovaa
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Cost: The average cost of the Skye Terrier puppy is between $700-$900. However, adoption cost lot less which is around $300 that includes the expenses of taking care of the puppy before adoption.

Height and Size: The average height of the male Skye Terrier is 10 inches and female is 9.5. Whereas, the average weight of the Skye Terrier is 35-35 pounds.