Skye Terrier Dog Breed

“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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Greyfriar's Skye Terrier "Bobby" statue in Edinburg Scotland
Karen L. Sanders

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.

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Find a Breeder or Rescue

The best way to ensure a long and happy relationship with a purebred dog is to purchase one from a responsible breeder. Not sure where to begin?

Contact the National Parent Club’s Breeder Referral Program, which is listed on the AKC Breeder Referral Contacts page.

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