Skye Terrier
Life expectancy
15 years
Age adult
10 months
Height (Shoulder height)
24 cm
Weight
11 kg
Coat texture
long-haired / smooth / flat / dense
Coat color
black, fawn, blue, grey
Common illnesses
eye diseases / spinal disc herniation
Food expenses per month in €
about € 29
Suitable for children
Rather not
Needs a garden
Rather not
Hunting motivated / needs alternative employment
Rather yes
First dog suitable
Rather not
Allergy friendly
Rather not
Athletic
Atletic
Attention
Needs much attention
Care and grooming
Medium grooming effort
Eager to learn
Medium
Exercise
Needs a lot of exercise
Nature
friendly / headstrong / bave / intelligent / stubborn / loyal
Bred for
badger hunt / fox hunt / otter hunt
Common illnesses
eye diseases / spinal disc herniation
Dog type according to FCI
terriers
FCI description
Terriers were bred to hunt mice and rats and to drive badgers and foxes out of the burrow. Here they are on their own. They had to decide for themselves what to do, be dauntless and fearless. Hesitant behaviour could cost them their lives, so they reacted to threats with resistance. Bull-like terriers grabbed hold in the fight against bulls or other dogs and were trained to hurt their opponent and never give up.
Almost all terriers have a pronounced hunting instinct, are persevering, courageous and stubborn. Their temperament must not be underestimated, even with good education they usually keep their own head and can become tyrants if they do not get enough species-appropriate activity and above all can live out their hunting behaviour. But they are also available for other activities. Since they are/have been left on their own, especially in caves, extreme caution is required with children when they crawl under tables etc. where a terrier has found his place.
Short description
The Skye Terrier is a lving and loyal companion, that needs a lot of devotion. A soft but firm training is recommended, as he can b very stubborn. Do not underestimate is hunting instinct. In order to prevent boredom he especially needs varying mental exercises.
This information is indicative and adheres to the breed standard. Each animal is an individual and has a personal character, as well as its own needs. Thus, a breed is not a guarantee of certain behaviors, etc.