iDog Breed Number: CB222
Original: United Kingdom (Scotland)
Personality:
Energy Level: Somewhat Active; Not a particularly hyper terrier, Skyes do well with long walks and vigorous play
Good With Children: Better with Supervision
Good with other Dogs: With Supervision
Shedding: Seasonal
Grooming: Weekly
Trainability: Independent
Height: 25.4 cm (male), 24.1 cm (female)
Weight: 15.9-20.4 kg (male), slightly lighter (female)
Life Expectancy: 12-14 years
Barking Level: Barks When Necessary
History:
Web Source Name: Skye Terrier from AKC
| Disease Name | Gene Name | Disease Level (CIDD) | Associated Links |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lipidosis | |||
| Thrombocytopenia | TUBB1 | OMIA: | |
| Atopy | may be inherited | ||
| Cataract | HSF4 | OMIA: | |
| Chronic hepatitis | have an increased incidence | ||
| Cryptorchidism | |||
| Diabetes mellitus | |||
| Hydrocephalus | |||
| Legg-Perthes disease | |||
| Lens luxation | ADAMTS17 | have an increased incidence | OMIA: |
| Lysosomal storage diseases | |||
| Patella luxation | |||
| Persistent pupillary membrane | |||
| Progressive retinal atrophy (Rod-cone dysplasia) | CNGB1 RPGR GNGT2 PDE6B RD3 PDE6A C17H2orf71 SAG FAM161A MERTK CNGA1 | OMIA: | |
| Tracheal collapse | may be inherited |
Canadian Kennel Club (CKC)
United Kennel Club (UKC)
Federation Cynologique Internationale (FCI)