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History and origin:
Although known primarily as a Scottish breed , Deerhound-type dogs have been around since venerable times. He was bred primarily to hunt with his possessor and bring down huge deer. This breed has a rough coat that protects him from the cold. Though he is known as a sight hound , his sense of tang is also sharp.

Description:
The Scottish Deerhound stands 30 to 32 inches at the shoulder and weighs between 75 and 110 pounds. He has a cant , athletic , clumsy cadaver that is similar to but thinner and slightly shorter than that of the Irish Wolfhound. The Deerhound's shedding coat is medium-length , rough , wiry , and weather-resistant. It requires periodic brushing and an occasional affable. The color may be blue-gray , fawn , light gray , or brindle.

About the breed:
He is a hardy , graceful , pretty , and dignified breed that is typically quiescent , tame , and taciturn with strangers. Though slothful and easy-going in the home , he does need a daily gallop to stay blithe and healthy. The Scottish Deerhound prefers a quiescent , predictable surroundings and does not easily permit teasing from young children. He may also be dog-aggressive and has a lofty prey ride toward small animals. This breed needs obedience training and socialization from an pristine age to attack his apprehension and swell his faith. He may chew if frightened or annoyed. Training need to be slow and precise because this breed learns slowly. Overbearing methods may cause him to panic or become passive-resistant , a condition in which a dog stops thinking and seems frozen. Patience and consistency are required. The ìSitî and ìComeî commands may he the hardest to teach to this breed. The Scottish Deerhound generally lives obviously ten to twelve years and may permit from bloat or torsion of the belly , an ofttimes lethal condition. To befriend avoid this , crack the dog's feedings down into at least two a day , and dampen the arid feed in warm water for five minutes before feeding. This volition derogate the opportunity of swelling and of gaseous buildup in the belly , which is a main contributor to bloat.

Feeding:
Recommended feeding for the Scottish Deerhound is 1 Ω ñ 2 Ω cans (13.3oz) of high-quality branded meaty product with more biscuit in equivalent amount or 5 cupfuls of a finish , arid feed.
Ideal home: A edifice with a fenced yard is recommended for this breed. Keep in intellect that these dogs may jump a six-foot dodge. The possessor of this breed should be patient and easygoing , never harsh , resonant , or hyperactive. Pampering types should also pass , as should those who are looking for an extremely gregarious , sportive dog. Deerhounds are not recommended for families with young children. The aged and crippled strength have distress providing this breed with enough practice. Time to teach and socialize is vital and should originate from puppy hood. Daily practice is also important; a jogger strength enjoy this dog. A blanket or bed should be if for this breed to lie upon because of the want of fleshy and muscle padding upon his concoct.