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What are deerhounds like as pets?

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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 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 affectionate?

The breed is gentle, affectionate, loving and loyal. The dogs are close to their families and are usually friendly with everyone they meet. They are great with children and other dogs but should not be around non-canine animals because of their strong hunting instincts. They are quiet dogs who rarely bark.

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 good guard dogs?

Because of his great size, strength, and speed, the Scottish Deerhound does require early socialization, but he is almost unfailingly polite with strangers. This is not a guard dog, sometimes not even a watchdog -- some easygoing individuals will remain comatose when the doorbell rings.

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