Deerhounds are known to be gentle dogs. They get on well with children and make excellent family pets, given the right socialisation as a puppy. Their coats will require brushing 2-3 times per week as their adult coats in particular are prone to matting.
Are Scottish deerhounds good dogs?
The Scottish Deerhound is a very affectionate breed and will generally befriend everyone he meets. He gets along well with other dogs if they are large and don't trigger his prey drive. He doesn't make the best alert or guard dog because of his loving nature.
Are deerhounds destructive?
Deerhounds are extremely attached to their human family members, and are miserable, bored and destructive if left alone too long and too often.
Are Scottish deerhounds gentle?
Scottish Deerhounds are gentle souls that respond best to cheerful owners. When you ask him to do something, he may appear to be humoring you as he complies in his soft and gentle manner. This makes him so sweet that it's almost comical.
Are Scottish deerhounds rare?
A giant sighthound who used to hunt deer in the Scottish Highlands, Scottish deerhounds these days are still rare. Now, they instead prefer spending time with their families or patrolling a big yard. ... Scottish Deerhound.height28–32 inchescolorsblack blue graypatternsbrindle
