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| Breed: Skye Terrier | Group (AKC): Terrier | |
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| Country of Origin | Scotland |
| Type of coat | Long, hard, straight, flat and free from curl, with a short, close, soft wooly undercoat. |
| Grooming | Regular brushing with a good pin brush or metal comb. Minimal bathing. Keep hair around the eyes and mouth clean, check ears regularly and make sure skin stays clean. |
| Average height | 9 - 10 inches |
| Average weight | 19 - 23 lbs. |
| Activity level | Indoors - Low, Outdoors - Medium |
| Watchdog | Very High |
| Protection | Low |
| Intelligence | High, Obedience - Medium, Problem Solving - Low |
| Trainability | Train with mutual respect, fairness and consistency. Puppies need to be socialized with human contact away from their siblings. |
| Compatibility with children | Yes, if children are older and well-behaved as they do not liked to be teased. |
| Character | Loyal, lively |
| Ideal home environment | Suitable for apartment living as long as sufficient exercise is given. Quiet home environment is best for a Skye Terrier. Is is the happiest if surrounded by human companionship. |
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| Links and resources | Skye Terrier Club of America
Secretary, Anne H. Brown, RR. 1, Box 20, Ridgeland, SC, 29936 |
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