Affectionate
Playful
Loyal
Friendly

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

Taco Terriers are heavy shedders, but regular brushing can help manage shedding and promote a healthy coat.

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

Choose a Taco Terrier if you want a top-notch watchdog. This breed takes guarding seriously, and may not require much training, though obedience or guard dog training can improve their skills.

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

United States

Scotland

Chihuahua and Toy Fox Terrier

Scottish Terrier and Skye Terrier

ACHC = American Canine Hybrid Club
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®

2000s

Unknown

Brown

Brown
Amber

Black
Brown

Black

Brindle
Sable
Pied
White
Blue
Fawn
Cream
Red
Brown
Black

Black
Gray
Fawn
Cream
Brindle

Taco Terriers have medium-length coats.

Scottish-Skye Terriers are known for their coat length.

Wiry

Straight

A Taco Terrier can have a litter of 13-15 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.

Taco Terriers have average adaptability to changes in lifestyle and living environments compared to other breeds.

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

The Taco Terrier 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.

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.

Patellar Luxation
Pulmonic Stenosis
Hydrocephalus
Tracheal Collapse

Patellar Luxation
Cataracts
Von Willebrand's Disease
Cancer
Craniomandibular Osteopathy

Hypoglycemia
Molera
Skin Diseases and Disorders
Eye Conditions (Cataracts, Lens Luxation)

Scottie Cramp
Ear Health and Infection

Eye Examination
Skin Evaluation
Internal Imaging (x-ray, CT scan, MRI, etc.)
Blood And Urine Analysis
Cardiac Test
DNA

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

Taco Terriers 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.

Taco Terriers 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.

Taco Terriers 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.

The Taco Terrier is a vocal breed that frequently barks and howls, and may not be suitable for those seeking a quiet companion.

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.

Taco Terriers 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 Taco Terrier, it's at least 11 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 Taco Terriers usually need at least 90 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.

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

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

Pin Brush
Slicker Brush
Comb
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Dematter
Comb
Nail Clipper

For an average 5-8 pound (2 - 4 kg) Taco 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.

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 Taco Terrier is somewhere $1.10 - $1.40 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 Taco Terrier is between $28 - $42. This makes an average of $336 - $504 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.

Taco Terrier 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.

Taco Terriers are good apartment dogs as long as they get enough exercise and stimulation outside of the apartment.

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

Taco Terriers have an average level of friendliness towards children.

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

Taco Terriers are average in their friendliness towards other dogs, and socialization can help.

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

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

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

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

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