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

Playful
Independent
Energetic
Intelligent
Confident
Friendly
Affectionate
Reliable
Lively
Kind
Companionable
Trustworthy

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

Golden Irishs are moderate shedders, but regular brushing can reduce shedding and maintain coat health.

Avoid Scottish-Skye Terriers as watchdogs - they're not effective.

Golden Irishs make excellent watchdogs - they're vocal and protective of their territory.

Scottish Terrier and Skye Terrier

Golden Retriever and Irish Setter

ACHC = American Canine Hybrid Club
DBR = Designer Breed Registry
DDKC = Designer Dogs Kennel Club
DRA = Dog Registry of America, Inc.
IDCR = International Designer Canine Registry®

ACHC = American Canine Hybrid Club
DBR = Designer Breed Registry
DDKC = Designer Dogs Kennel Club
DRA = Dog Registry of America, Inc.
IDCR = International Designer Canine Registry®

Brown
Amber

Brown

Black

Black

Black
Gray
Fawn
Cream
Brindle

Brown
Red
Fawn

A Scottish-Skye Terrier can have a litter of 4-6 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 Golden Irish can have a litter of 5-10 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.

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

Golden Irishs are highly adaptable and versatile, making them excellent companions for families and individuals of all lifestyles.

Patellar Luxation
Cataracts
Von Willebrand's Disease
Cancer
Craniomandibular Osteopathy

Hip Dysplasia

Scottie Cramp
Ear Health and Infection

Usually Very Healthy

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
Physical Examination
Allergy Tests
Eye examination

Scottish-Skye Terriers are a good choice for a low-key lifestyle due to their low energy levels.

Golden Irishs thrive on an active lifestyle due to their high-energy nature.

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

Golden Irish has very high social needs and requires regular mental and physical stimulation, a job or purpose, and companionship.

Scottish-Skye Terriers need moderate physical activity and are great for families and active individuals.

Golden Irishs require significant physical activity and suit those with an active lifestyle.

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

Golden Irishs are active and require sufficient sleep to stay healthy.

Scottish-Skye Terriers bark moderately when necessary and may also bark due to certain triggers like fear, alarm, boredom, greeting, separation anxiety and compulsive barking.

Golden Irish dogs are generally less vocal than other breeds and only bark when necessary, such as to alert their owner or communicate.

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.

Golden Irishs 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 Golden Irish, 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.

Golden Irishs require significant grooming, including regular trims and professional grooming assistance to maintain their coat. They may also require frequent bathing to keep their coat and skin healthy.

Scottish-Skye Terrier should be brushed at least once a week. Of course you can give them more frequent brushes if you find that they are still shedding a lot

Ideally, Golden Irish should be brushed at least 2 or 3 times a week (preferably daily) improve shedding.

Pin Brush
Dematter
Comb
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Comb
Scissors
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 55-80 pound (25 - 36 kg) Golden Irish 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 Golden Irish 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 Golden Irish is between $55 - $73. This makes an average of $660 - $876 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.

Scottish-Skye Terrier has below average obedience intelligence, but they excel in understanding human emotions.

Golden Irish is a very intelligent and trainable breed.

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

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

Scottish-Skye Terriers are good with kids if socialized and trained from a young age.

Golden Irishs make excellent family pets for kids due to their gentle, protective nature and calm temperament.

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

Golden Irishs are very friendly with cats and make great companions for them.

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

Golden Irishs are generally very friendly towards other dogs, with a happy and affectionate temperament.

Scottish-Skye Terriers are averagely friendly around strangers but benefit from early socialisation.

Golden Irishs are highly friendly around strangers.

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

Golden Irishs are very playful, so adopting an older one might be a better option for a more relaxed experience.

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

The Golden Irish is highly intelligent and eager to please, making it a great choice for both novice and experienced dog owners due to its easy trainability.