Scottish Deerhound

Daddy (Ken Trenholm)

Oct 25 |21:37
Last Updated on Fri, 13 Nov 2009 02:39
S C O T T I S H  D E E R H O U N D  ~ H I G H L I G H T S

Breed Name
Scottish Deerhound
Rank (out of 136 breeds)
037
Personality Snapshot
A very gentle and amiable breed. Quiet, loving and peaceable. Very courageous and dignified.
Breed NameScottish Deerhound
Rank (out of 136 breeds)037
Points (out of 100)68
Dog Group TypeSighthound
DominanceVery Low
Obedience (Ease of Training)Average
AffectionModerate
Good with Kids (Source 1)Excellent
Good With Kids (Source 2)Excellent
Friendly with Other DogsGreat
Friendly with Family PetsGood
Friendly with StrangersGood
Dog Bite Free RatingExcellent
Bark Over Bite RatingTerrible
Bark Crazy (likelihood to bark for little reason)5 out of 10
Watch Dog AbilityTerrible
Guard Dog AbilityNot Good
SizeLarge
Exercise RequirementsModerate
Jog Companion AbilityExcellent
Level of SheddingAverage
Level of TrimmingSome
Overall Level of Grooming RequiredModerate
Life SpanUnder 10 years of age

You are more than welcome to obtain additional information on the ranking system used by our family and where we got our information. Please note that the above scores are based on the traits (or instincts) of a particular breed and that it is important to get to know your prospective dog before making your decision to bring a Scottish Deerhound into your family. This is a decision you will have to live with for Under 10 years of age as Scottish Deerhound pups can live between Under 10 years of age.

My Life as a Scottish Deerhound
A very gentle and amiable breed. Quiet, loving and peaceable. Very courageous and dignified.

Home Environment
Not recommended for apartments. Best with a large yard.

Scottish Deerhound Inherited Diseases
The following information is a direct link to the Canine Inherited Disorders Database, a project of the Atlantic Veterinary College, University of Prince Edward Island. This information lists inherited diseases which are more commonly reported in the Scottish Deerhound

Scottish Deerhound Wiki

Where to buy a Scottish Deerhound : A Directory and Review
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