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Skye Terrier
This dog will follow you on long hikes or sit quietly on your lap. He has the strong temperament associated with the terrier breeds, tempered with a sensitive, good-natured love of life.
Height: 9.5 to 10 inches at shoulder
Weight: 25 to 40 pounds
Coat: long and luxurious
Life span: 12 to 14 years
Breed Group: Terriers
The Skye Terrier is a medium-size breed of dog that was developed on the Isle of Skye in Scotland. They were originally developed to hunt and kill badger, otter and fox, but these days they're appreciated as a versatile companion breed.
Skye Terrier profile on DogTime.com
General Characteristics
Amount of shedding
  
  
  
  
  
Apartment appropriate
  
  
  
  
  
Drooling potential
  
  
  
  
  
Friendly toward strangers
  
  
  
  
  
Heat tolerance
  
  
  
  
  
Intelligence
  
  
  
  
  
Need for exercise
  
  
  
  
  
Vigor
  
  
  
  
  
Wanderlust
  
  
  
  
  
Potential for weight gain
  
  
  
  
  
Watchdog ability
  
  
  
  
  
Compatible with kids
  
  
  
  
  
General health
  
  
  
  
  
Good for novice owners