Scottish Deerhound

The build suggests the unique combination of speed, power and endurance necessary to pull down a stag, but general bearing is one of gentle dignity. Gentle and friendly. Obedient and easy to train because eager to please. Docile and good tempered, never suspicious, aggressive or nervous. Carries himself with quiet dignity.

The Deerhound needs a good amount of daily exercise, either a long walk or a romp in a safe area. He prefers to live inside with his family and needs human companionship. Regardless, he needs soft bedding to avoid callouses. The crisp coat needs combing one or two times weekly. Some scissoring is optional to neaten up straggling hair, plus minimal stripping around the face and ears.

Great for jogs; Scottish Deerhounds require a lot of exercise. Does well in a home environment, but should be exercised daily and does best with at least a large yard. This breed loves to run, and makes an excellent running or jogging partner.

Exercise, fenced yard, grooming, leash, and socialization.

The Wiry coat of the Scottish Deerhound should be brushed occasionally to keep shedding to a minimum. Generally an average shedding breed. Dead hairs should be plucked by professional groomer, as well as trimming. The Scottish Deerhound is overall somewhat easy to care for.

With a consequent, gentle, friendly training, good results can be achieved.

The fur of this dog must be brushed regularly, and if it needs, it will be trimmed by hand once or twice/year. The excess hair from ears and between the pads of the legs will be removed.

May be subject to bloat. Needs a great deal of exercise, but do not let off leash except in a secure area. This breed is incredibly fast and likes to chase. Best with a large yard or acreage so he has room to run. Mature Deerhounds can do well in apartmen