Playful
Independent
Alert
Intelligent
Friendly
Loyal
Quick
Tempered
Selfish
Fearless
Good-natured

Loving
Independent
Energetic
Protective
Alert
Courageous
Intelligent
Loyal
Devoted
Gentle
Outright
Tempered
Companionable
Vigilant

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

French Mastahoulas are moderate shedders, but regular brushing can reduce shedding and maintain coat health.

Scotland

United States

Scottish Terrier and Skye Terrier

French Mastiff, Louisiana Catahoula Leopard Dog

Brown
Amber

Blue
Brown

Black

Black

Black
Gray
Fawn
Cream
Brindle

Black
Brown
White
Brindle

Scottish-Skye Terriers are known for their coat length.

French Mastahoulas have coats that can be either short or medium in length.

Scottish-Skye Terriers are known for their adaptability and can adjust well to different environments and lifestyle changes.

French Mastahoulas have average adaptability to changes in lifestyle and living environments compared to other breeds.

Patellar Luxation
Cataracts
Von Willebrand's Disease
Cancer
Craniomandibular Osteopathy

Patellar Luxation
Deafness
Hip Dysplasia
Inflammatory Bowel Disease

Scottie Cramp
Ear Health and Infection

Entropion
Cataracts
Atopy

Urinalysis
Neurological Examination
Buccal Mucosal Screening
Ear Tests and Myringotomy Tests
Blood and Urine Tests
Serum Chemistry Tests
Full Physical Eexamination by the Veterinarian to test the range of movement in the joint areas
Complete Ophthalmologic Examination
X-rays or other radiographic imaging

X-Rays
Eye Examination
Fecal Examination
Urinalysis
Brain Auditory Evoked Response (BAER)
Bloodwork
Thyroid Panel
Skin Scrape

Scottish-Skye Terrier has above average social needs and thrives with interaction with humans and other dogs.

French Mastahoula has average social needs and is less independent than other breeds.

Scottish-Skye Terriers are medium-energy dogs and typically enjoy socializing and playing casual or even sustained games of chase with other dogs. They may also have occasional periods of barking or racing around the house.

French Mastahoulas are high-energy dogs. They need mental as well as physical exercise. These dogs require a lot of your involvement and without it they can, and will, become problematic dogs.

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Scottish-Skye Terrier, it's at least 7 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 French Mastahoula, it's at least 12 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

The Scottish-Skye Terrier requires an average amount of grooming compared to other breeds.

The French Mastahoula has low grooming needs and is easy to maintain.

Pin Brush
Dematter
Comb
Nail Clipper

Slicker Brush
Comb
Nail Clipper

For an average 11-18 pound (5 - 8 kg) Scottish-Skye Terrier feed 1.5 cups daily. But, keep in mind, the amount you feed is going to be dependent on the quality of the food you are feeding.

For an average 28-82 pound (13 - 37 kg) French Mastahoula feed 3 cups daily. But, keep in mind, the amount you feed is going to be dependent on the quality of the food you are feeding.

The average cost of a Scottish-Skye Terrier is somewhere $1.40 - $2.80 per day.

The average cost of a French Mastahoula is somewhere $2.10 - $2.70 per day.

The average per month expenses of a Scottish-Skye Terrier is between $48 - $56. This makes an average of $576 - $672 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 French Mastahoula is between $48 - $63. This makes an average of $576 - $756 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.

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

French Mastahoulas have average emotions and adapt well to different situations.

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

The French Mastahoula is not suitable for apartments and requires a large yard to thrive. Pent-up energy in small spaces can lead to destructive behavior.

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

French Mastahoulas are good with cats, but early training is needed to prevent chasing behavior.

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

French Mastahoulas are average in their friendliness towards other dogs, and socialization can help.

Scottish-Skye Terriers are popular for their ease of training and quick learning ability.

French Mastahoulas are usually easy to train but require consistency to fully obey commands.