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Skye Terrier Dusty in Cheyenne

Skye Terrier Dusty in Cheyenne

Skye Terrier Graham on the patio.

Skye Terrier Graham on the coast.

Skye Terrier Brian holding a toy in his mouth, outside in the yard.

“The heavenly breed with the heart of a lion,” the long, low, and level Skye Terrier is among the AKC’s most distinctive-looking breeds. This elegant but sturdy aristocrat was bred as an exterminator on Scotland’s remote Isle of Skye.

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Skye Terrier

Dog Sports

The Performance Skye Terrier

Discover the loyal and trainable Skye Terrier, a breed with a rich history, great versatility, and endearing personality.

July 7, 2024

Margaret Foxmoore - Scottish Dog

Cairn Terrier Dog Breed

2024 National Tartan Day Parade – A Joyful Event for Scottish Dog Breeds

Discover the joy of Scottish heritage at the 2024 Tartan Day Parade, featuring bagpipers, dancers, and adorable Scottish dog breeds.

May 4, 2024

Kathleen Brodie's Skye Terrier Scent Work

AKC

AKC Performance Events: Scent Work – Kathleen Brodie

Kathleen Brodie, a Skye Terrier aficionado, shares her insights on various topics regarding dog sports and performance events.

March 3, 2023

Greyfriar's Skye Terrier "Bobby" statue in Edinburg Scotland

Breed History

Why Not a Skye?

The Skye Terrier has a unique appearance among the terrier breeds and is generally free of the congenital problems that impact other breeds.

January 29, 2023

Skye Terrier Club of America banner

Breed Judging

Skye Terrier Club of America – Member of the American Kennel Club

A few critical points to help you judge Skye Terrier entries when you have them, as you rarely see them outside of Specialty Show weekends.

January 28, 2023

CH Jacinthe de Ricelaine, "Jackie" - Owned by Walter F. Goodman

Breed Judging

On Judging the Skye Terrier

The key words in judging the Skye Terrier are type, balance, style, soundness, and condition. Read on to learn more.

January 28, 2023

Breed Judging

Judging the Skye Terrier

Read on to learn how the Skye Terrier breed is judged in the AKC conformation show ring based on the breed’s original purpose.

February 19, 2019

latest articles

Skye Terrier

Dog Sports

The Performance Skye Terrier

Discover the loyal and trainable Skye Terrier, a breed with a rich history, great versatility, and endearing personality.

July 7, 2024

Margaret Foxmoore - Scottish Dog

Cairn Terrier Dog Breed

2024 National Tartan Day Parade – A Joyful Event for Scottish Dog Breeds

Discover the joy of Scottish heritage at the 2024 Tartan Day Parade, featuring bagpipers, dancers, and adorable Scottish dog breeds.

May 4, 2024

Kathleen Brodie's Skye Terrier Scent Work

AKC

AKC Performance Events: Scent Work – Kathleen Brodie

Kathleen Brodie, a Skye Terrier aficionado, shares her insights on various topics regarding dog sports and performance events.

March 3, 2023

Greyfriar's Skye Terrier "Bobby" statue in Edinburg Scotland

Breed History

Why Not a Skye?

The Skye Terrier has a unique appearance among the terrier breeds and is generally free of the congenital problems that impact other breeds.

January 29, 2023

Skye Terrier Club of America banner

Breed Judging

Skye Terrier Club of America – Member of the American Kennel Club

A few critical points to help you judge Skye Terrier entries when you have them, as you rarely see them outside of Specialty Show weekends.

January 28, 2023

CH Jacinthe de Ricelaine, "Jackie" - Owned by Walter F. Goodman

Breed Judging

On Judging the Skye Terrier

The key words in judging the Skye Terrier are type, balance, style, soundness, and condition. Read on to learn more.

January 28, 2023

Breed Judging

Judging the Skye Terrier

Read on to learn how the Skye Terrier breed is judged in the AKC conformation show ring based on the breed’s original purpose.

February 19, 2019

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