A tall, majestic beast with a tapered head and long neck, this breed has a wiry coat in several colors.
Group: Sighthound
Lifespan: 7–11 yr
Height:
28–30 in
Weight: 62–121 lb
The Scottish Deerhound has a wiry, harsh coat that is easy to care for, and weekly brushing should be all that’s needed. All dogs require regular dental care, including at-home teeth brushing and professional dental cleanings, and the Scottish Deerhound is no exception. Maintaining good dental hygiene is important for overall long-term health.
The Scottish Deerhound has a wiry, harsh coat that is easy to care for, and weekly brushing should be all that’s needed.
Dilated cardiomyopathy Gastric dilatation-volvulus
Osteochondrodysplasia - skeletal dwarfism
