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Scottish Deerhound
Large Breed
Scottish Deerhounds possess a unique combination of speed, endurance and power, and gentle dignity and elegance. Among the breed's many talents are hunting, sighting, tracking, racing, lure coursing and agility.
Breed standards
Country of origin
Great Britain
Weight
Males 45.5kg / 100lbs;
Females 36.5kg / 80lbs (standards may vary)
Height
Males 76cm / 30in;
Females 71cm / 28in (standards may vary)
Coat
Wiry coat
Markings
Dark blue-grey, darker and lighter greys, brindle and yellow, sandy-red or red fawn. White chest, white toes and slight white tip on the stern are permissible. A white blaze on the head or collar is unacceptable.
Lifespan
Under 10 years
The Scottish Deerhound is peaceful, quiet and loving, an amiable breed of dog. Very polite, the Scottish Deerhound is a favourable breed who is excellent with children; he makes a wonderful family pet.
Temperament
The Scottish Deerhound is elegant, polite and dignified. He is quiet and peaceful but very friendly and affectionate with his owners. Good-tempered, the Scottish Deerhound plays well with children and is very devoted and loyal to his family.
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PoorChildrenGood
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VeryCombativenessNot very
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VeryDominanceNot very
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Not veryFriendlinessGood
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Not veryIndependenceVery
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LoudNoiseQuiet
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Not veryTrainabilityVery
Good to know
Scottish Deerhounds are magnificent large breed dogs, strong and powerful, yet gracious and elegant, covered in a shaggy, harsh protective coat.
- Makes a wonderful family pet and is excellent with children
- Gentle, docile and good-tempered
- Adapts well to most climates
- A good dog for novice owners
- Relatively inactive indoors
- Extensive grooming needed
- Some trimming and stripping required
- Lots of exercise needed
- Requires daily physical activity and mental stimulation
- Can be prone to bloating