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Skye Terrier
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Description
The Skye Terrier is an elegant, long and low terrier. It has a powerful muzzle, a black nose, dark brown eyes, and either upright or falling-down ears. Its tail is pendent and never curled. Its undercoat is soft but its outer coat is long, hard, straight, free of any rippling and parts down the middle of the back. The colours of its coat are either grey-blue, dove or cream, always with black ears. The hair also shields and protects the eyes and forehead. The hare-like feet are long and large, pointing forward.
Height: 9-10 inches (23-25cm.)
Weight: 19-24 pounds (7-11kg.)
The Skye Terrier is very good-natured, polite and affectionate. Courageous, spunky and bold. Loving and playful, but more serious than most terriers. They need a lot of attention to be happy. Loyal, protective, and a bit willful. They often do not like to be touched by strangers and may bite. Be careful around other small animals, as the Skye likes to chase, and they can be a bit dog-aggressive. These little dogs like to bark.
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Average puppy price
£300 - £500
Lifespan
10 - 12 years
Size category
Small
Feeding requirements
An easy breed to feed. Keep an eye on their weight.
Ailments
This is a very healthy breed.
Susceptibility to illness
Low
Energy
Medium
Amount of exercise
Exercise should consist of a short to moderate walk on a daily basis.
Intelligence
A fairly intelligent breed. Train with mutual respect, fairness and consistency. Needs training to accept other pets.
Distress Caused if left alone
Medium
Suitability as a guard dog
Low
Tendency to bark
High
Ease of transportation
High
Level of aggression
Medium
Compatibility with other animals
Medium
Suitable for children
Medium
Grooming
The long straight coat needs frequent attention or it will mat. Brush regularly with a good pin brush or metal comb.
Coat length
Medium/Long
Shedding
Moderate
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Parson Russell Terrier
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Description
The Parson Jack Russell Terrier is a small, compact and athletic dog. White with reddish black, tan, or brown markings, especially in the head and tail. The skull is flat between the ears, then tapering. The nose is black and the almond-shaped eyes are dark. The v-shaped ears fold forward. The Jack Russell has a flexible body and fairly small chest to enable him to go to ground after his prey. The tail is carried gaily and set fairly high.
Height: 9-15 inches (23-38cm.)
Weight: 14-18 pounds (6-8kg.)
The Parson Jack Russell Terrier is a perky, merry, devoted, and loving dog. Spirited and obedient, and absolutely fearless. Careful and amusing, he enjoys games and playing with toys. Friendly and generally kind to children who are gentle with him. They are intelligent, yet willful and determined. The Jack Russell can be aggressive with other dogs if not well trained and socialized. They have strong hunting instincts and should not be trusted with other small animals. They like to chase and explore. Be careful not to let them off the lead unless they are very well-trained. Jack Russells like to bark and dig. They tend to get restless and destructive if not kept occupied and well exercised. Jack Russells climb, they also jump. They can easily jump five feet. This is a big dog in a little dogs body.
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Average puppy price
£300 - £500
Lifespan
12 - 16 years
Size category
Small
Feeding requirements
Parson Jack Russell Terriers are easy to please, they are not fussy eaters.
Ailments
Generally a healthy breed. Some are prone to a type of dwarfism where the dog has deformed, shortened legs.
Susceptibility to illness
Low
Energy
High
Amount of exercise
These dogs are happy with space to run, hunt and play.
Intelligence
An intelligent little dog but can be a bit stubborn. Training is relatively easy but owners must be consistent and firm.
Distress Caused if left alone
Medium
Suitability as a guard dog
Low
Tendency to bark
High
Ease of transportation
High
Level of aggression
Low
Compatibility with other animals
Low
Suitable for children
Medium
Grooming
Comb and brush regularly with a firm bristle brush, and bathe only when necessary.
Coat length
Short
Shedding
Little
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Estrela Mountain Dog
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Description
The Estrela Mountain Dog is a large and powerful dog. The head is long and powerful with a broad and rounded skull. The eyes are medium sized, oval and amber in colour. The small triangular ears are high set, round at the tips and carried falling back against the head. The neck is short and thick with a thick tuft of hair under the throat. The front legs are straight and muscular, the back legs are muscular and strong. The tail is long and slightly curved at the end. The coat can be long or short, flat or wavy, but not curly. The hair on the head and on the front of the legs is short. Whilst around the neck and on the chest, it is thick. The back of the legs and the tail are feathered. The colour of the coat can be fawn, brindle and silver grey.
Height: 62-72cms (24-28inchs.)
Weight: 30-50kgs (66-110lbs.)
The Estrela Mountain Dog is a strong, powerful and large dog. They are very vigilant, independent and stubborn, however they are also very affectionate and form a close bond to the family. They are wary of strangers and will find it extremely hard to accept a new owner. They make excellent guard and watch dogs. Very good also with children and other animals.
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Average puppy price
£500 - £800
Lifespan
9 - 12 years
Size category
Large
Feeding requirements
Easy and unfussy feeders.
Ailments
A hardy and healthy breed. Some cases of cancer and hip dysplasia have been recorded.
Susceptibility to illness
Low
Energy
Medium
Amount of exercise
These dogs do not require a lot of exercise but thrive on regular runs in open spaces. They can jump quite high. Do not over exercise puppies.
Intelligence
A highly intelligent, but independent breed. Training is best undertaken by first getting the dogs friendship. They do not like harsh treatment.
Distress Caused if left alone
Low
Suitability as a guard dog
High
Tendency to bark
Medium
Ease of transportation
High
Level of aggression
Low
Compatibility with other animals
High
Suitable for children
High
Grooming
A weekly brush and comb is all that is required to keep their coat in good condition.
Coat length
Medium/Long
Shedding
Moderate
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