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# The Scottish Deerhound: temperament, price, health, and breeders
United Kingdom
Large rough-coated sighthound, the Scottish Deerhound combines family gentleness and running talent.
Size LargeLife expectancy 10–12 yearsBudget ≈ €140/monthPuppy €1,000 – €1,200
[Find a breeder 2](https://www.pedibase.com/en/breeders-of-scottish-deerhound) [ Compare with other breeds](https://www.pedibase.com/en/compare-dog-breeds?races=scottish-deerhound)
The right choice?
## Is this breed right for you?
[Find your ideal breed with our online quiz!](https://www.pedibase.com/en/choose-your-dog)
Families and children Good
Daily exercise needs High
Apartment living Fair
First-time owners Good
Other pets Good
Tolerance of being alone Fair
Guarding instinct Fair
Strengths and weaknesses
- Gentle temperament: It is a large dog that is generally calm, friendly, and very pleasant to live with on a daily basis.
- Family attachment: It often forms a strong bond with its loved ones and enjoys family life.
- Athletic elegance: Its strength and endurance make it a remarkable companion for active owners.
- Need for space and running: Its balance depends on long outings and opportunities for physical exercise suited to a large sighthound.
- Not well suited to guarding: Even attentive, it does not have a strong protective instinct.
- Health vigilance: The breed requires real attention to cardiac, digestive and bone risks.
Who is it for?
Ideal for
- Active owners: The Scottish Deerhound is suitable for people who can ensure long and regular outings.
- House with a fenced garden: This setting makes it easier to manage its large size and its need for exercise.
- Fans of large calm dogs: It appeals to households looking for a gentle, noble companion that is relatively calm at home.
Not recommended for
- Very sedentary households: A lifestyle that is too inactive does not meet its physical and mental needs.
- Small homes without real exercise: Its large size and need to run make life more complicated without suitable outings.
- People looking for a guard dog: The breed is more geared toward companionship and hunting than protection.
Meet the breed
## What does it look like?
1,75 mHuman
74 cmScottish Deerhound
- Height at the withers
- 68–80 cm
- Weight
- 35–45 kg
- Coat
- Long, rough and shaggy
- FCI group
- 10
- Origin
- United Kingdom
- Grooming
- Easy to care for
## Photos and videos
See the Scottish Deerhound in photos and videos: coat colors, size, and distinctive expressions.
Origins
## Where does it come from?
The exact origins of the Scottish Deerhound remain ancient and partially unclear, but the breed is firmly associated with Scotland where it was traditionally used for hunting red deer. For a long time, this large sighthound was selected for its speed, endurance and its ability to pursue game over vast terrain. Its type has changed little over time and it is today mainly appreciated as a companion and show dog. The breed was definitively recognized by the FCI in 1955.
Appearance
## What does it look like?
The Scottish Deerhound is reminiscent of the Greyhound, but in a larger, more powerful format and with a rough coat. Its body is harmoniously built, with a strong bone structure, a deep chest, a well-arched loin and a long tail carried low at rest. The head is elongated, the ears are small and folded back, and the expression of the dark eyes remains gentle when calm. The coat is thick, close, harsh and shaggy, with colors including dark blue-grey, brindle, sable or red fawn.
Temperament
## Temperament and personality
The Scottish Deerhound is a gentle, friendly dog and very attached to its family. It combines a calm, docile nature with the qualities of a hunting and racing dog. Affectionate without being intrusive, it is attentive but not very inclined to guard. Its balanced temperament makes it a pleasant companion for present and active owners.
Affectionate Playful
Living together
## Living with children and other pets
On a daily basis, the Scottish Deerhound needs space and regular exercise to stay balanced. It enjoys long outings and the opportunity to run in a secure place, which matches its sighthound heritage. In a house with a fenced garden, it generally feels comfortable, but it can also live in a more urban environment if its exercise needs are truly met.
Training
## Training and socialization
The Scottish Deerhound is rather cooperative and readily seeks to please its owner. Its training benefits from being conducted with consistency, gentleness and positive motivation, without brutality. Calm firmness helps to lay good foundations, while early socialization helps to channel its chasing instinct and to develop good habits in all situations.
Budget
## Price and budget for the Scottish Deerhound
The Scottish Deerhound is a relatively rare breed, whose price depends mainly on the quality of the breeding, the lineage and the seriousness of health monitoring. The acquisition budget must be considered along with the maintenance costs of a large athletic dog and any preventive health expenses.
[See cost breakdown](https://www.pedibase.com/en/dog-breed/scottish-deerhound/price)
Health
## Health at a glance
The Scottish Deerhound is overall a hardy and resilient dog, but the breed has several known sensitivities that justify serious veterinary monitoring. As with other large deep-chested dogs, particular vigilance is recommended on the digestive, cardiac and orthopedic levels.
[Prevention and things to watch for](https://www.pedibase.com/en/dog-breed/scottish-deerhound/health)
Nutrition
## Feeding your pet well
The Scottish Deerhound needs a high-quality diet, adapted to its age, its size and its activity level. The ration must support lean musculature and regular effort, while remaining highly digestible to limit digestive discomfort.
[Our feeding advice](https://www.pedibase.com/en/dog-breed/scottish-deerhound/food)
Did you know?
## Fun facts and popularity
Also known as the Deerhound and Scottish Deerhound, the Scottish Deerhound is one of the most emblematic large sighthounds of the British Isles. Its noble and rugged silhouette is historically linked to deer hunting, which explains both its power, its great stride length and its need for movement.
FAQ
## Frequently asked questions about the Scottish Deerhound
Answers to common questions from future owners before their new companion arrives.
### Is the Scottish Deerhound a good family dog?
Yes, it is generally a gentle, calm dog that is very attached to its family. However, it is better suited to a home able to offer it space, regular outings and consistent training.
### Can it live in an apartment?
This is not its ideal living environment due to its large size and need for movement, but it remains possible if its daily exercise needs are genuinely met.
### Does the Scottish Deerhound bark a lot?
No, the breed is rather quiet vocally and is not known for barking frequently.
## Find a Scottish Deerhound breeder
The areas where Pedibase lists the most Scottish Deerhound breeders, along with their litters and typical prices.
### Scottish Deerhound breeders by country
[4 breeders of Scottish Deerhound in Denmark](https://www.pedibase.com/en/breeders-of-scottish-deerhound/denmark) [3 breeders of Scottish Deerhound in Germany](https://www.pedibase.com/en/breeders-of-scottish-deerhound/germany) [3 breeders of Scottish Deerhound in the Netherlands](https://www.pedibase.com/en/breeders-of-scottish-deerhound/netherlands) [2 breeders of Scottish Deerhound in France](https://www.pedibase.com/en/breeders-of-scottish-deerhound) [1 breeder of Scottish Deerhound in Austria](https://www.pedibase.com/en/breeders-of-scottish-deerhound/austria) [1 breeder of Scottish Deerhound in Belgium](https://www.pedibase.com/en/breeders-of-scottish-deerhound/belgium)
[All breeders of Scottish Deerhound in France](https://www.pedibase.com/en/breeders-of-scottish-deerhound)
## Ready to welcome a Scottish Deerhound?
Find a registered, verified breeder near you and meet your future companion with confidence.
[View breeders](https://www.pedibase.com/en/breeders-of-scottish-deerhound)
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