Loyal
Friendly
Good-natured
Tempered
Fearless
Intelligent

Stubborn
Independent
Energetic
Alert
Courageous
Intelligent
Friendly
Affectionate
Cheerful

Skye Terriers shed very little hair, making them a great choice for those who dislike excess hair in the house.

Jack Highland Terriers are moderate shedders, but regular brushing can reduce shedding and maintain coat health.

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West Highland White Terrier, Jack Russell Terrier

American Canine Registry
American Kennel Club
America's Pet Registry
Canadian Kennel Club
Dog Registry of America Inc.
Federation Cynologique Internationale
Kennel Club of Great Britain
North American Purebred Registry, Inc.
American Canine Association, Inc.
Australian National Kennel Council
Continental Kennel Club
National Kennel Club
New Zealand Kennel Club
Club Espanol De Terriers

ACHC = American Canine Hybrid Club
DRA = Dog Registry of America, Inc.

1500s

Unknown

Brown

Brown

Black

Black

Black
Gray
Cream
Fawn
Blue
Silver
Sable

White
Black

Skye Terriers are known for their coat length.

Jack Highland Terriers have medium-length coats.

A Skye Terrier can have a litter of 12-14 puppies on average. However, it's worth noting that the size of the litters can vary greatly. Factors that can influence litter size include the health of the mother, breeding history, and genetics.

A Jack Highland Terrier can have a litter of 4-8 puppies on average. However, it's worth noting that the size of the litters can vary greatly. Factors that can influence litter size include the health of the mother, breeding history, and genetics.

Intervertebral Disc Disease
Hepatitis
Occipital Dysplasia

Seborrhea
Keratoconjunctivitis Sicca (Dry Eye)
Craniomandibular Osteopathy (Lion Jaw)

Lens Luxation
Tracheal Collapse
Atopic Dermatitis

Deafness
Pulmonic Stenosis
Cataracts
Urolithiasis
Lens Luxation
Globoid Cell Leukodystrophy
Legg-Calve-Perthes Disease
Ichthyosis
Shaker Dog Syndrome
Persistent Pupillary Membranes (PPM)
Cerebellar Abiotrophy (Ataxia)
Leukodystrophies
Myasthenia Gravis
Atrophy
Chronic Hepatitis
Epidermodysplasia
Mellitus
Pyruvate Kinase (PK) Deficiency

Eye
Blood Test
Skeletal
Skin Scraping
X-Rays
Eye Examination

X-Rays
MRI
CT Scan
Ear Examination
Eye Examinations
Other Radiographic Imaging
Variety of Blood Testing Modules
Dental Examinations

Skye Terriers have moderate energy levels and typical sleep patterns of 12-14 hours per day.

Jack Highland Terriers sleep less than other breeds but still need adequate sleep for good health.

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Skye Terrier, it's at least 6 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Jack Highland Terrier, it's at least 7 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

In general most Skye Terriers usually need at least 60 minutes of exercise daily. This can be spread across the day and include all sorts of high-energy activities, like walking, running and playing.

In general most Jack Highland Terriers usually need at least 80 minutes of exercise daily. This can be spread across the day and include all sorts of high-energy activities, like walking, running and playing.

Pin Brush
Slicker Brush
Comb
Nail Clipper

Slicker Brush
Comb
Nail Clipper

The average cost of a Skye Terrier is somewhere $1.40 - $1.80 per day.

The average cost of a Jack Highland Terrier is somewhere $1.10 - $1.40 per day.

The average per month expenses of a Skye Terrier is between $42 - $53. This makes an average of $504 - $636 per year. It will be on the higher side when the dog is still small because it will need more frequent visits to the vet, shots.

The average per month expenses of a Jack Highland Terrier is between $35 - $42. This makes an average of $420 - $504 per year. It will be on the higher side when the dog is still small because it will need more frequent visits to the vet, shots.

Skye Terriers have average emotions and adapt well to different situations.

This breed is sensitive and requires gentle handling and a calm home environment.

Skye Terriers make excellent apartment dogs, being fairly active indoors and not requiring a yard.

Jack Highland Terriers can do well in apartments with enough exercise and time outside, but a small yard would be ideal.

Skye Terriers have an average level of friendliness towards children.

Jack Highland Terriers are good with kids if socialized and trained from a young age.

Skye Terriers are somewhat cat friendly and can be trained to get along with cats.

Jack Highland Terriers are average in their friendliness toward cats and tend to do well with them, especially if raised together.

Skye Terriers are less friendly towards other dogs, but can improve with socialization.

Jack Highland Terriers are friendly and active companions, and can be good family pets, though their friendliness towards other dogs may vary.

Skye Terriers are quick to announce strangers and can be standoffish or suspicious.

Jack Highland Terriers are friendly but may bark at strangers, and training is easy due to their intelligence.

Skye Terriers have an average level of playfulness, enjoying playtime like most dogs but not excessively so.

Jack Highland Terriers are very playful, so adopting an older one might be a better option for a more relaxed experience.