Active
Playful
Energetic
Protective
Intelligent
Friendly
Responsive
Affectionate
Loyal
Lively
Gentle
Trainable
Companionable
Cheerful
Quiet
Easygoing
Willful
Willing
Evenly Tempered

Loyal
Friendly
Good-natured
Tempered
Fearless
Intelligent

German Wirehaired Pointing Vizslas are moderate shedders, but regular brushing can reduce shedding and maintain coat health.

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

German Wirehaired Pointer, Vizsla

terrier

Unknown

1500s

Brown
Amber

Brown

Black
Brown

Black

Red
Brown

Black
Gray
Cream
Fawn
Blue
Silver
Sable

German Wirehaired Pointing Vizslas have coats that can be either short or medium in length.

Skye Terriers are known for their coat length.

Wiry

Straight

A German Wirehaired Pointing Vizsla can have a litter of 6-10 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.

A Skye Terrier 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.

While the German Wirehaired Pointing Vizsla breed is generally healthy, occasional vet check-ups are still necessary to address any health concerns.

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.

Elbow Dysplasia
Hip Dysplasia
Inflammatory Bowel Disease

Intervertebral Disc Disease
Hepatitis
Occipital Dysplasia

Ear Infections
Progressive Retinal Atrophy (PRA)

Lens Luxation
Tracheal Collapse
Atopic Dermatitis

X-Rays
Ear Examination
Blood Chemistry
Complete Physical Examination
Otoscopic Examination

Eye
Blood Test
Skeletal
Skin Scraping
X-Rays
Eye Examination

German Wirehaired Pointing Vizslas are active and require sufficient sleep to stay healthy.

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

German Wirehaired Pointing Vizslas 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.

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 German Wirehaired Pointing Vizsla, it's at least 14 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 Skye Terrier, it's at least 6 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

In general most German Wirehaired Pointing Vizslas 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 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.

The German Wirehaired Pointing Vizsla has low grooming needs and is easy to maintain.

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

Slicker Brush
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Slicker Brush
Comb
Nail Clipper

For an average 55-65 pound (25 - 29 kg) German Wirehaired Pointing Vizsla 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 35-45 pound (16 - 20 kg) Skye Terrier feed 1 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 German Wirehaired Pointing Vizsla is somewhere $1.70 - $2.00 per day.

The average cost of a Skye Terrier is somewhere $1.40 - $1.80 per day.

The average per month expenses of a German Wirehaired Pointing Vizsla 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.

The average per month expenses of a Skye Terrier is between $42 - $53. This makes an average of $504 - $636 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 to its environment and best suited for patient and understanding families with a consistent routine.

Skye Terriers have average emotions and adapt well to different situations.

German Wirehaired Pointing Vizslas can do well in apartments with enough exercise and time outside, but a small yard would be ideal.

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

German Wirehaired Pointing Vizslas are good with kids if socialized and trained from a young age.

Skye Terriers have an average level of friendliness towards children.

German Wirehaired Pointing Vizslas are friendly and active companions, and can be good family pets, though their friendliness towards other dogs may vary.

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

German Wirehaired Pointing Vizslas are friendly but may bark at strangers, and training is easy due to their intelligence.

Skye Terriers are quick to announce strangers and can be standoffish or suspicious.

German Wirehaired Pointing Vizslas are very playful, so adopting an older one might be a better option for a more relaxed experience.

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