Skye Terrier


Skye Terrier

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Skye Terrier Profile

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Lifespan: 12-15 Years

Avg height: 25-26cm

Avg weight: 11-18kg

Coat type: Long, straight coat which parts down the middle, with feathers on their tail and ears

Coat colours: Black, fawn, blue, dark grey, light grey

Originally bred for: Hunting fox and badger

Breed traitsActive, spirited, loyal, friendly, cheerful

 

A little about the Skye Terrier

Originally from Scotland, the Skye Terrier makes a good-spirited, plucky family pet. Their attractive appearance is cover for a tough, fearless, nature and they make a good watchdog. Also calm and sensitive in temperament, if given daily exercise, this dog can be successfully kept in urban areas.

 

SKYE TERRIER HEALTH INFORMATION

The Skye Terrier does not experience any major health concerns. Less commonly, however, they may have premature closure of the distal radius, intervertebral disc disease and copper toxicosis.

 
 
Please be advised the information provided is purely an indicator of breed traits and characteristics and that within some breeds there can be significant variation.