Greyfriars Bobby terrier on list of endangered species

From: The Scotsman | Date: June 13, 2006| Author: | Copyright information

THE Skye terrier, the dog immortalised for its loyalty in the story of Greyfriars Bobby, is facing extinction, having been betrayed by the British public.

The dog, whose famous ancestor refused to leave his master's grave, has been revealed as the least popular breed in Britain and could soon be lost forever.

Last year only 30 Skye terriers were born in Britain, in comparison to 45,000 labradors. The Kennel Club of Great Britain is so concerned by the plight of the Skye terrier and other unpopular breeds that it has held a "crisis meeting" to plan a comeback for the dogs.

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