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  Skye Terrier - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
The Skye Terrier is often called "a large dog with short legs", and their height of 10 inches (25 cm) at the withers is deceptive, as they are twice as long as they are tall, generally 20 inches (51 cm) long in a properly proportioned dog.
The Skye is double coated, with a short, soft undercoat and a hard, straight topcoat, which must be flat against the body and free of curl.
Breast cancer is the leading cause of Skye Terrier deaths, with Hemangiosarcomas (a malignant tumour of the blood vessels), Autoimmune disease, and Hyperthyroidism[1] as other concerns of the breed.
en.wikipedia.org /wiki/Skye_Terrier   (1035 words)

  
 Scottish Terrier Club Holland - Skye Terrier
The Skye Terrier is one of the oldest Scottish breeds, existing since the 14th Century.
The Skye Terrier is regarded as one of the seldom seen breeds.
Skye Terriers are born with hanging ears and they only stand upright around the age of 3 or 4 months old.
www.stcnl.nl /gbskye.htm   (282 words)

  
 Choosing a Skye Terrier - PetPlace.com
Maltese dogs that survived the wreck bred with local terriers and the Skye terrier was born.
The Skye terrier is a great family dog that does well in the city or country and prefers to spend as much time as possible with his family.
Skye terriers can live happily in an apartment as long as they are taken on daily walks.
www.petplace.com /dogs/choosing-a-skye-terrier/page1.aspx   (718 words)

  
 The Skye Terrier Club of Finland
Originally, Skye Terriers were working terriers, and the Skye’s profound coat has been its protection in the demanding fields of the Isle, where these terriers were hunting badgers, foxes and other smaller predators.
Today, Skye Terriers still exist and are bred in their native island, and there are several breeders in Scotland as well.
Skye Terriers were amongst the most popular breeds in Britain and was actually the only breed that had gained independent status as a separated breed in the extremely numerous and heterogeneous group of terriers.
www.kolumbus.fi /skye/breed.html   (1484 words)

  
 Skye Terrier Photo And Picture Contest   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-09)
The Skye Terrier was a fashionable pet of all degrees after been accepted in court, by the Kings and Queens of England.
The Skye Terrier is cautious with strangers, and often assumes a stern and stand-offish appearance.
Skye Terriers are easy to exercise and will adjust to city apartment or country home with ease.
www.astralenterprise.com /skyeterrier.htm   (234 words)

  
 Skye Terriers: What's Good About 'Em? What's Bad About 'Em?
Skye Terriers are cautious with strangers and should be extensively socialized when young so their wariness does not become suspicion.
Skyes have great depth of character and prefer to make their own decisions, but they will respect an owner with an equally strong character and a firm voice who knows how to lead a proud, strong-minded dog.
Many terriers are quick to react to teasing, and even to the normal clumsiness that comes with small children (accidental squeezing of their ears or pulling of whiskers or stepping on their paw).
www.yourpurebredpuppy.com /reviews/skyeterriers.html   (1002 words)

  
 The Skye Terrier Foundation - Established 1998
Skye Rescue is a volunteer, not for profit program whose purpose it is to help Skye Terriers who through no fault of their own are orphaned, abandoned or in need of re-homing.
Skyes are very bright and pragmatic enough to understand that they have been to the pits and recognize gentle, patient, loving care, structure and support when offered.
Adopting a Rescue Skye is an excellent way to own a pure bred Skye Terrier whose temperament, personality and medical statue have carefully been screened and matched to the needs and life style or the applicant.
www.skyeterrier.org /rescue.htm   (848 words)

  
 Skye terrier --  Encyclopædia Britannica
In the 19th century the Skye was one of the most popular terriers and was used as a working dog as well as the pet of the nobility.
The cairn terrier is a short-legged dog with a short, broad face fixed in a “keen” expression that is typical of the breed.
Terriers were bred to rid barns and stables of vermin, to dig out unwanted burrowing rodents, and to make themselves generally useful around the stable.
www.britannica.com /eb/article-9068139?tocId=9068139   (615 words)

  
 The Skye Terrier Club of American
Skyes were bred by farmers as working terriers whose function was to destroy fox, badger and otter.
The Skye's short, sturdy legs were well suited for digging, and the double coat served as protection from injury and bad weather.
Skyes are fine with children if they are raised with them; if an adult Skye is unaccustomed to children, they may create an upsetting experience for the dog.
clubs.akc.org /skye/html/gen__breed_info.html   (1474 words)

  
 Skye Terrier Breed Profile - Dogsites.com.au
Skye Terriers are usually good with other animals - as terriers they will chase, but if they are brought up with other animals from birth there usually isn't a problem.
Skye Terriers are very receptive training wise, and their energy levels will fit in with the owner.
If physical and mental exercise is provided Skye Terriers can be suitable for the small residential home as they are happy as long as they are with their owners.
www.dogsites.com.au /breeds/skye_terrier.html   (198 words)

  
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The Skye Terrier is very loyal, tuned in to his master.
The Skye Terrier was first shown in England in 1864 and first registered with the AKC in 1887.
Today the beautiful Skye Terrier is primarily a companion, though he can still help control vermin.
www.iams.com /en_US/jhtmls/breed_selector/sw_BreedSelector_page.jhtml?pti=BS&li=&bc=&sc=D&lsc=&bsc=&fn=u_gn_brd_skyeterr   (479 words)

  
 Skye Terrier
The Skye Terrier originates from the Isle of Skye, in Outer Hebrides off the coast of Scotland.
The Skye Terrier has become an indoor pet, even though it is an adroit hunter ; probably due to its elegant coat of hair which its owners are hesitant to get mussed.
The Skye Terrier has a coat of long, flat, wiry hair that does shed and needs regular grooming to keep the long locks tangle free.
www.dog-dogs.com /index.cfm/pages/16/this_breed/158   (189 words)

  
 Breed Profile: Skye Terrier
The Skye was the most widely known of all the terriers down to the end of the 19th century.
Scotland's Terriers had been grouped together as Scotch Terriers until 1873, when they were separated into two classifications-Dandie Dinmont Terriers and Skye Terriers.
The Skye Terrier should be 10 inches tall for males and 9 and a half inches for females.
www.sidyboysfoolin.com /SkyeTerrier.html   (367 words)

  
 Skye Terrier, Dog Breed Information Center®, Skye Terriers
The origin of the Skye Terrier is connected with a shipwreck.
Among the survivors were Maltese dogs that mated with local terriers and produced this new extremely pleasing and unique breed.
The Skye Terrier is very loyal and strongly connected to his master.
www.dogbreedinfo.com /skyeterrier.htm   (443 words)

  
 The Skye Terrier Foundation - Established 1998   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-09)
Ivermectin Toxicity for Skye Terriers - A new study being coordinated by the Skye Terrier Foundation to test for the mutant gene believed to be the cause of ivermectin sensitivity in Skyes.
The Importance of Microchipping - why it is important to microchip your Skyes.
The Skye Terrier Foundation is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization established by the vision of the Skye Terrier Club of America in 1998 to compliment its directive "to preserve and protect the Skye Terrier."
www.skyeterrier.org   (106 words)

  
 Skye Terrier Puppies For Sale
A Skye Terrier has style, elegance and dignity, they are agile and strong with sturdy bone and hard muscle.
The Skye Terrier is an agile yet strong dog who is loving to their family and selected friends.
Skye Terrier is suitable for apartment living as long as sufficient exercise is given.
www.2000dogs.com /skyeterrier.htm   (325 words)

  
 Skye Terrier Cards
Skye Terrier are blessed with some of the nicest cards and stamps available for any breed.
The Skye has not a large number of supporters in Britain, probably because of the difficulties presented by the proper preparation of its coat.
The description on the back of the card is as follows: "The Skye Terrier is quite an unusual dog as it is covered with long smooth silky hair, even to its eyes and face and its large ears are tufted.
www.animalstamps.com /Skyecard.htm   (1474 words)

  
 Skye Terrier - Canada's Guide to Dogs
The Skye Terrier, native to the Isle of Skye in Scotland, was bred as a fearless working terrier.
It is generally believed that the Skye Terrier is the oldest of the Scottish Terriers dating back to the sixteenth century.
The Skye is a sturdy breed who is twice as long as he is high and his ears are either prick or drop.
www.canadasguidetodogs.com /skye.htm   (821 words)

  
 Skye Terrier Dog Breeders
Skye Terriers are agile yet strong dogs who are loving to their family and selected friends.
Skye Terriers are suitable for apartment living as long as sufficient exercise is given.
Queen Victoria is said to have bred the Skye Terrier in her royal kennels.
dogbreedersdirectory.com /skyeterrier.htm   (315 words)

  
 Agonistes' Skye Terriers
The Skye Terrier originated centuries ago on the Isle of Skye, Scotland.
His temperament is that of a typical working terrier capable of overtaking game and going to ground, displaying stamina, courage, strength and agility.
Probably the best known Skye Terrier in all the world is Greyfrairs Bobby, immortalized in the Walt Disney movie of the same name.
www.agonistes.com /skye.html   (306 words)

  
 The Noble Skye Terrier
It is also said that while the Skye Terrier has developed to the Cairn Terrier, it shows better, having»possibly»been bred with Clydesdale terriers to appear with a coat and stance (and overall look) that is more profound, more dignified, more sophisticated and at the same time calmer than the game and lively Cairn has.
And though the Skye Terrier needs minimal bathing (as it is prone to dry skin and allergies), this noble breed also needs a fair amount of grooming.
But the exercise and grooming requirements are minimal for such a noble breed, one that was owned by such royalty as Queen Victoria»so the care (and the love, of course) of this loyal, lively, loveable and loving Skye Terrier is much deserved and well worth it.
www.happy-terrier-dogs.com /28terrier.html   (322 words)

  
 What to feed a Skye Terrier
It was kept isolated on the island of Skye and was not common to the whole of Scotland until the turn of this century.
For the Skye Terrier I recommend foods that blend ocean white fish with horse meat, poultry, wheat, corn, and potatoes.
If you want to buy a commercial all-breed food to feed your Skye Terrier, I suggest that you visit some of the web sites listed on my Tail-Wagging Links page or read the articles at this web site that tell you what is in commercial dog foods and how to read their labels.
home.att.net /~wdcusick/SkyeTerrier.html   (1578 words)

  
 Schotsche Terrier Club Holland - Skye Terrier
De Skye Terrier behoort tot een van de oudste rassen van Schotland en zijn ontstaan gaat terug tot de 14e eeuw.
Tegenwoordig is de Skye Terrier echter een echte gezinshond geworden en er wordt voor zover bekend niet meer mee gewerkt.
Skye Terriers worden geboren met hangoren, pas op een leeftijd van 3 tot 4 maanden gaan de oren rechtop staan.
www.stcnl.nl /skye.htm   (281 words)

  
 Skye Terrier - vintage trade cards of skye terriers, history and art   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-09)
The Skye Terrier is quite an unusual dog as it is covered with long smooth silky hair, even to its eyes and face and its large ears are tufted.
This breed first appeared as the "Isle of Skye Terrier" in 1843, when it was said to be found in perfection in the Western Isles of Scotland, Skye in particular; it somewhat resembles the Scottish Terrier, but is longer in the body, lower on the legs and covered with long but not coarse hair.
Thanks to careful selection and breeding the Skye Terrier has developed into a sporty and affectionate dog.
www.dogcardart.com /skye-terrier   (260 words)

  
 Skye Terrier Rescue - Canada's Guide to Dogs
Skye Terrier Rescue The Skye Terrier Club of American has an active program to rescue Skyes in distress and, whenever possible, find homes for them with suitable families.
Skye Rescue — The Skye Terrier Foundation — Skye Rescue is a volunteer, not for profit program whose purpose it is to help Skye Terriers who through no fault of their own are orphaned, abandoned or in need of re-homing.
Note: If you are, or are aware of, a Skye Terrier Rescue Organization in Canada that is not listed here, please e-mail us for instructions on how you can have your organization included in the listing.
www.canadasguidetodogs.com /terrier/skye_rescue.htm   (181 words)

  
 Skye Terrier   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-09)
The Skye Terrier is a fox hunting dog from the Isle of Skye, Scotland.
The Skye Terrier is still a fine indoor pet.
The Skye Terrier Club of Finland History and picture gallery of the Skye Terrier in Finland.
davidgoforth.com /id105.htm   (95 words)

  
 Skye Terrier
The Skye Terrier is thought to be descended from long-haired bassets.
Queen Victoria owned a Skye Terrier, and the breed was first shown in 1864.
The Skye Terrier loves the great outdoors, but he can adapt to life in the city if he goes for long walks every day.
www.furrycritter.com /resources/dogs/skye_terrier.htm   (170 words)

  
 STCA Code of Ethics
We further recognize that the quality and reputation of all Skye Terriers rests solely in the hands of their owners, breeders, and exhibitors.
As members of the Skye Terrier Club of America, to adhere to the rules of the Club as defined in the Articles of Incorporation, and By-Laws, and this Code of Ethics.
To include in the contract the right of the seller to execute a non-breeding registration form and/or to withhold the AKC registration papers until he/she is in receipt of a signed statement from an attending veterinarian to the effect that the dog has been neutered.
cscrowell.com /stca/code.htm   (699 words)

  
 [No title]   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-09)
The Skye Terrier originated centuries ago on the Isle of Skye, which lies off the northeast coast of Scotland.
The Skye Terrier was used by farmers and fishermen to hunt otters, badgers and foxes.
A Skye is loyal and friendly with people he knows but reserved and cautious with strangers.
hometown.aol.com /molonglo/skye/terrier.htm   (282 words)

  
 Skye Terrier Life-Sized Bronze Statue
This life-sized bronze Skye statue is available exclusively through Originals By Springer and represents a dream of internationally renowned dog sculptor and recognized Terrier authority, Denis Springer (deceased).
This Skye Terrier statue is one of the universal favorites when displayed at our booth.
It is about 19 inches tall at the top of the ear and 36 inches long from tip of nose to tip of tail.
www.dogsculpture.com /SkyPages/skyelifsiz.html   (193 words)

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