About the Breed
This long-coated terrier breed was developed on the Isle of Skye off the west coast of Scotland. As befits a small breed developed for hunting animals such as foxes and badgers, it has a fearless nature. Skye Terriers are also very loyal to their owners, but are reluctant to accept strangers. This may need to be borne in mind when you are looking at adult dogs of this breed, there is a famous story concerning the devotion of one Skye Terrier called Greyfriars Bobby. After his owner’s death, Bobby visited the grave every day for a decade, until he himself finally died. A statue commemorating the terrier’s loyalty was subsequently erected in Greyfriars Churchyard near Edinburgh.
Puppies do not have such an elegant coat as an adult dog, but, even so, you should be prepared to spend time each day grooming it. At the same time, as with all dogs, it is a good idea to open the puppy’s mouth, so that, in the future it will not resent this treatment. This is particularly important with a Sky Terrier, as this breed may be reluctant to allow a stranger such as a veterinarian to undertake this task without attempting to bite.
In spite of their rather manicured appearance, these terriers have remained hardy, working dogs. They will benefit from plenty of exercise off the leash, following up scents and investigation their surroundings. The Skye Terrier is a breed probably best suited to a rural environment, rather than an urban life-style. The breed has gone into decline during recent years.
Height about 10 in (25 cm)
Weight 24-30 lb (10.9-13.6 kg). Length from nose to tail tip about 41½ ins (105 cm)
Coat type/colour Coat long, hard, flat, double-layered. Ears prick or drop. Colour blue-grey, fawn and cream with black points.

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