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

Protective
Alert
Courageous
Intelligent
Affectionate
Loyal
Devoted
Outright
Tempered
Companionable
Cheerful
Vigilant

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

Muscle Mastiffs are moderate shedders, but regular brushing can reduce shedding and maintain coat health.

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

Muscle Mastiffs make excellent watchdogs - they're vocal and protective of their territory.

Scottish Terrier and Skye Terrier

Mastiff, Dogue de Bordeaux

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.

Brown
Amber

Hazel
Brown

Black

Black
Isabella

Black
Gray
Fawn
Cream
Brindle

Black
Brown
Red
Silver

Scottish-Skye Terriers are known for their coat length.

Muscle Mastiffs have short coats.

Scottish-Skye Terriers typically have low vet costs due to their good health, but it's important to monitor their health and seek vet care when necessary.

The Muscle Mastiff breed is generally very healthy, requiring minimal vet visits. Still, it's important to keep an eye on their health and seek veterinary care when needed.

Patellar Luxation
Cataracts
Von Willebrand's Disease
Cancer
Craniomandibular Osteopathy

Gastric Torsion
Hip Dysplasia
Heart Disease
Cancer
Brachycephalic Syndrome

Scottie Cramp
Ear Health and Infection

Entropion
Ectropion
Elbow Dysplasia
Progressive Retinal Atrophy
Retinal Dysplasia
Bloat
Ichthyosis
Eye conditions

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

Eye
Hip
Elbow
Heart
Thyroid Tests
Skin Scraping
Respiratory Tests
Blood Analysis

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

Muscle Mastiff has average social needs and is less independent than other breeds.

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

Muscle Mastiffs are known for their relaxed and calm nature and enjoy long periods of sleep.

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.

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

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 Muscle Mastiff, it's at least 10 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 Muscle Mastiff has low grooming needs and is easy to maintain.

Pin Brush
Dematter
Comb
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Slicker Brush
Deshedder
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 144-190 pound (65 - 86 kg) Muscle Mastiff feed 6 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 Muscle Mastiff is somewhere $5.60 - $7.00 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 Muscle Mastiff is between $168 - $210. This makes an average of $2016 - $2520 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.

Muscle Mastiff is an independent and stubborn breed with low obedience intelligence, making training a test of patience.

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

Muscle Mastiffs 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.

Muscle Mastiffs 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.

Muscle Mastiffs 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.

Muscle Mastiffs are friendly and active companions, and can be good family pets, though their friendliness towards other dogs may vary.

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

Muscle Mastiffs are friendly but may bark at strangers, and training is easy due to their intelligence.

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

Muscle Mastiffs are not known for being a highly playful breed.

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

Muscle Mastiffs are usually easy to train but require consistency to fully obey commands.