Intelligent
Willing

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

New Zealand Heading Dogs are moderate shedders, but regular brushing can reduce shedding and maintain coat health.

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

New Zealand Heading Dogs are decent watchdogs - they'll alert their owner if something seems amiss.

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

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Scotland

Border Collie

Scottish Terrier and Skye Terrier

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Brown
Amber

Brown
Amber

Black

Black

Black
White
Fawn

Black
Gray
Fawn
Cream
Brindle

New Zealand Heading Dogs have medium-length coats.

Scottish-Skye Terriers are known for their coat length.

A New Zealand Heading Dog can have a litter of 12-14 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 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.

New Zealand Heading Dogs are highly adaptable and versatile, making them excellent companions for families and individuals of all lifestyles.

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

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Patellar Luxation
Cataracts
Von Willebrand's Disease
Cancer
Craniomandibular Osteopathy

Ear Health and Infection
Eye Infections

Scottie Cramp
Ear Health and Infection

Ear Examination
Eye examination
Complete Blood Count
Regular Full Physical Examination By Veterinarian
Blood Glucose Tests

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

New Zealand Heading Dogs thrive on an active lifestyle due to their high-energy nature.

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

New Zealand Heading Dogs need high physical activity and are ideal for active individuals, but not suitable for sedentary lifestyles or small apartments.

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

New Zealand Heading Dogs are active and require sufficient sleep to stay healthy.

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

New Zealand Heading Dog dogs are generally less vocal than other breeds and only bark when necessary, such as to alert their owner or communicate.

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.

New Zealand Heading Dogs 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.

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.

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For New Zealand Heading Dog, it's at least 30 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 Scottish-Skye Terrier, it's at least 7 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

In general most New Zealand Heading Dogs usually need at least 120 minutes of exercise daily. This can be spread across the day and include all sorts of high-energy activities, like walking, running and playing.

In general most Scottish-Skye Terriers usually need at least 60 minutes of exercise daily. This can be spread across the day and include all sorts of high-energy activities, like walking, running and playing.

Pin Brush
Slicker Brush
Deshedder
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Dematter
Comb
Nail Clipper

For an average 55-66 pound (25 - 30 kg) New Zealand Heading Dog 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.

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.

The average cost of a New Zealand Heading Dog is somewhere $2.10 - $2.70 per day.

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

The average per month expenses of a New Zealand Heading Dog 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.

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.

New Zealand Heading Dog is a very intelligent and trainable breed.

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

This breed is sensitive to its environment and best suited for patient and understanding families with a consistent routine.

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

New Zealand Heading Dogs can do well in apartments with enough exercise and time outside, but a small yard would be ideal.

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

New Zealand Heading Dogs are good with cats, but early training is needed to prevent chasing behavior.

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

New Zealand Heading Dogs are generally very friendly towards other dogs, with a happy and affectionate temperament.

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

New Zealand Heading Dogs are a playful breed that needs daily playtime to be happy.

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

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

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