Scottish Deerhound

Tracing back to the 16th century, Deerhounds were celebrated for their ability to pursue and hunt down the impressive Highland stag. Notoriously recognized as a status symbol of nobility due to its costly upkeep, only lords could afford such an exquisite breed. As peasants lacked access to adequate sustenance for this large canine, possessing one was out of reach for most commoners.

The grandiose Scottish Deerhound is a large breed, with some individuals tipping the scales up to 130 pounds. This magnificent creature loves nothing more than running around in nature and spending quality time with their beloved owner. Although they can be quite rambunctious when young, as adulthood sets in these pups become much calmer and laidback.

The thick coat of fur may take regular grooming but it isn’t too tough to manage- just expect moderate shedding throughout the year! They won’t make great watchdogs due to their placid demeanor yet one look into this regal being’s eyes will show you why they are often called ‘the Royal Dog of Scotland’.

The regal Scottish Deerhound has an entertaining side, often amusing his owners with his comical behavior. He is a remarkably calm companion when grown up and can live in castle or condo alike. However, young deerhounds have boundless energy and strength which can lead to quite the mess if they are not given ample activity outlets! New Dog parents must recognize that this rambunctious pup may require more discipline than other breeds of similar size.

If running after things for long distances and cuddling up to you on the sofa seems like your kind of life, then a Deerhound is the dog for you. With their great dark eyes full of love and joy, they will make sure that every day spent together is filled with laughter and comfort. If you can provide these two simple pleasures to them, there’s no doubt that your future together will be bright!

If you prefer a low-key lifestyle and don’t have the time to commit to regular walks or quality bonding times with your four legged friends, then a Deerhound is not suitable for you. These dogs become deeply attached to their owners and suffer from loneliness when left alone too often. This can lead them becoming bored, destructive and unhappy due to lack of attention.

Adult Scottish Deerhounds, much like their Greyhound cousins, are content with less exercise than they require in their youth. Despite this, the longing for companionship is deeply embedded within them and will never be extinguished. Even if your older pooch doesn’t need a vigorous jog anymore; he should still remain on-leash during his daily strolls as it’s quite likely that things such as deer or cats might catch his eye and tempt him to chase after it – something inherent to every Deerhound regardless of age! Thus, having an adequately sized yard housing a sturdy fence is indispensable when adopting one of these speedy impetuous dogs.

Deerhounds are great with children who treat them well, but they aren’t the kind of dogs you’d want to use as playmates. Their sheer size can make it dangerous for toddlers to be around them. As tempting as it may be, don’t allow your Deerhound to develop a habit of jumping on people – even if he’s only a puppy! An adult Deerhound stands over six feet tall when standing up on his hind legs and that could prove overwhelming for someone meeting him for the first time – regardless of whether or not all he wants is show affection through slobbery kisses.