Deerhound
Breed Profile
Size: Large
Origin: Scotland
Colour: Dark-blue Grey
Lifespan: 10 to 11 years
Deerhounds enjoy long runs and are fast and elegant in motion.
Owner's Guide
Deerhounds enjoy long runs and are fast and elegant in motion. Independent and deaf to commands once on a chase, these sensitive, gentle dogs are calm and quiet in the house.
Originally bred for hunting deer in forests.
Special characteristics
The inquisitive Deerhound likes to run fast for short periods.
Exercise requirements
Low. Needs regular fast runs, but is quiet at home.
Attitude to
Owners: independent, affectionate
Children: good, will tolerate
Other pets: may be problematic with small pets
Strangers: reserved but friendly
Unfamiliar dogs: friendly
Perfect owner
Gentle owner who will enjoy this independent, calm, graceful dog.
Potential problems
May be difficult to control on walks.
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