Large Hound Group

Scottish Deerhound

Also called Deerhound and Highland Deerhound

Great with kids
Needs space

The Scottish Deerhound is a large breed of sighthound that originated in Scotland. It is a powerful and athletic breed, with a long, wiry coat. Its head is large and round, with small, erect ears. Its legs are strong and muscular, and its tail is usually docked. The Scottish Deerhound is an intelligent and loyal breed, and it makes an excellent family pet. It is an active breed, and it needs plenty of exercise and mental stimulation. It is loyal and affectionate, and it enjoys spending time with its family.

Weight: 75–110 lb (34–50 kg)
Height at the shoulder: 28–32 in (71–81 cm)
Life span: 8–11 years
Exercise: About 60 minutes a day
Coat: Medium, Wire
Origin: Scottish Highlands, Scotland (medieval to 16th century)

Traits

Family and friends

Children: Good with children
Other dogs: Good with other dogs
Strangers: Polite with strangers

Home and activity

Energy: Energetic
Apartment living: Needs space
Barking: Barks a little
Training: Easy to train

Care

Grooming: Regular brushing
Shedding: Sheds moderately
Drooling: Hardly drools

Temperament

Courageous Dignified Docile Friendly Gentle Loyal

Coat colours

Brindle, dark blue-gray, gray, red fawn with black points, sandy red and yellow

Males and females

Measure	Males	Females
Weight	86–110 lb (39–50 kg)	75–95 lb (34–43 kg)
Height	30–32 in (76–81 cm)	28–30 in (71–76 cm)

Recognized by

American Kennel Club (AKC), Australian National Kennel Council (ANKC), Canadian Kennel Club (CKC), Fédération Cynologique Internationale (FCI), The Kennel Club (UK) (KC), New Zealand Kennel Club (NZKC) and United Kennel Club (UKC)