Who is this breed suited to?
The Paisley, also called Clydesdale Terrier, was a Scottish silky-coated pet and show type that is now extinct; this is a historical profile.
Daily time commitment
There is no current Paisley population for which daily exercise can be prescribed. Modern toy-dog routines should not be projected back onto it.
Coat and everyday care
Its long silky coat is central to historical descriptions, but surviving illustrations cannot establish a complete modern grooming or health-care routine.
Challenges to plan for
Confusion with Yorkshire or Skye Terriers can make historical pictures seem like evidence of survival. Similar appearance does not establish continuity.
How does it compare?
The Yorkshire Terrier is linked to Paisley development history; the Skye Terrier also provides context for the older long-coated Scottish type.
Questions to ask a breeder
No current historical-Paisley litter can be verified through ordinary breed continuity. For any revival claim, ask precisely what living dogs founded it.
Sources and further reading
Reviewed October 2026. Historical descriptions do not establish predictable traits in modern dogs advertised under old names.