Dutch Schapendoes vs Skye Terrier

Compare Dutch Schapendoes and Skye Terrier side by side and get a clear picture of what sets the breeds apart. Explore differences in size, weight, temperament, activity level, and other key traits to more easily decide which breed best fits your lifestyle and circumstances.

Characteristic

Dutch Schapendoes

Skye Terrier

Breed type

Purebred

Height

40 – 50 cm

25 – 26 cm

Weight

12 – 20 kg

9 – 11 kg

Life expectancy

12 – 15 years

Child friendly

4/5

3/5

Energy level

3/5

Intelligence

3/5

Trainability

3/5

2/5

Health

4/5

2/5

Grooming needs

2/5

3/5

Shedding

3/5

Barking level

4/5

Aggressiveness

3/5

Characteristics

Dutch Schapendoes

Great with kids

Low grooming

Medium

Skye Terrier

Stubborn

Small

Summary

About Dutch Schapendoes

The Dutch Schapendoes is a medium, shaggy-coated Dutch herding dog, lively and agile with a bouncy gait. Cheerful, people-oriented and playful, it suits active families. Intelligent but independent, it needs positive training, regular mental exercise and frequent grooming.

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About Skye Terrier

Skye Terriers are long, low terriers from Scotland with a straight, floor-length double coat. Bred to hunt fox and badger, they are calm, loyal and often bond closely with one person. Reserved with strangers, they need moderate exercise, regular grooming, and thoughtful, positive training.

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