Deerhound

FCI 164 . Rough-haired Sighthounds

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Coexistence is important that you have with your new friend. Before considering the acquisition of a dog of the breed "Deerhound" you know certain factors. Not all breeds of dogs are apt to live in an apartment, you must take into account his character, their need for exercise, their interaction with other pets, their care and if you have small children, their level of tolerance towards them.

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Affection level ⓘ 5,0 of 5 stars (based on 1 review)	Need for exercise ⓘ 5,0 of 5 stars (based on 1 review)	Social need ⓘ 5,0 of 5 stars (based on 1 review)
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Cat friendly ⓘ 2,0 of 5 stars (based on 1 review)	Intelligence ⓘ 3,0 of 5 stars (based on 1 review)	Versatility ⓘ 3,0 of 5 stars (based on 1 review)
Child friendly ⓘ 4,0 of 5 stars (based on 1 review)	Surveillance ⓘ 2,0 of 5 stars (based on 1 review)	joy ⓘ 4,0 of 5 stars (based on 1 review)

The Deerhound it is one of the oldest and noblest dog breeds in the world. It is an impressive hunting dog and sighthound. Together with his cousin, the Irish wolfhound, slightly larger, displays a distinctive and strongly impressive dog type.

It has the complexion of a large and very strong greyhound and at the same time a rough and shaggy coat. As the name suggests, was the hunting dog of the Scottish high nobility for the red deer. The Scottish Deerhound must be fast, brave and strong enough to attack an adult deer and, at least, knock him down until the hunter can finish him off with the spear. The Deerhound it was also used in other game such as elk or wild boar. The hunts took place in the rugged Scottish Highlands. Dogs had to be fast, strong, persistent and, at the same time, extremely robust and resistant. So later they were also used to exterminate wolves.

With the decline of classical hunting by the high nobility and new firearms with which a deer could be easily shot from a distance, the Deerhound lost importance and was finally almost extinct. British dog lovers, like the great painter Edwin Landseer, were involved in its conservation after 1800. Fortunately, this was very successful. The Scottish Deerhound is closely related to the Irish wolfhound, which is supported by genetic studies carried out by a team of geneticists led by Heidi Parker in 2017. Even today, the appearance of Deerhound singlehandedly distills the conditions of antiquity and medieval times in the Highlands.

There are few more impressive dogs. Although there are still places in the Scottish mountains named after dogs that died hunting, the Scottish Deerhound is a breed in decline now found almost exclusively in South Africa.

The Deerhound he has the typical build of a large greyhound. Over this he wears his trademark wiry fur, lean and moisture repellent. The official standard describes its appearance as follows:

The Scottish Deerhound resembles a Greyhound larger coarse hair and stronger bone. His build gives the impression of a unique combination of speed, strength and endurance needed to shoot down a deer; However, its general bearing is of noble dignity.

His coat is disheveled, but not excessive. Woolly hair is not allowed. The correct coat is dense, tight, disheveled, feels hard or stiff. In the body, neck and hindquarters are hard and lean, of about 7-10 cm.; in the head, chest and belly is much softer. Slight fringe of hair on the inside of the front and back legs.

Must measure between 7 and 10 centimeters. The allowed colors are dark blue-gray, the gray or the brindle, the yellow. White spots are undesirable. Unfortunately, It has become common practice at shows that dogs must show at least one 10% additional height at the withers. This tendency to gigantism is detrimental to the health of dogs and makes the already difficult growth phase even more difficult..

With a height at the withers from 71 centimeters in females and up to 79 in males, they look awesome. Bitches must weigh about 36, the males ones 45 kg.

The life expectancy of a "Deerhound" is difficult to measure. There are specimens that barely reach the 6 years, others even reach the 12 and more years in the best physical shape.

The Scottish Deerhound is a Sighthound and a hunting dog. But it's much more than that. He is a sensitive friend who absolutely needs a close connection with his human family.. Shows great empathy and adaptability to its humans. This strong and fast hunter is extremely gentle, calm and free from any aggressiveness.

He is kind and patient with children. At the same time, always show some pride. Thanks to his intelligence and sensitivity, notices any unfair treatment. This hurts. The Deerhound it is an extremely nice and easy to drive companion. It is also an ideal companion for horseback riding or jogging. Given their willingness to hunt, this requires good training and a close bond with its owner, that I should be able to call you at any time. It is an incomparable experience to walk through nature with these dogs. But, A prerequisite for a harmonious coexistence is that the Scottish Deerhound can satisfy your basic needs. This includes running, ideally chasing a dummy hare during coursing.

One Scottish Deerhound who can live up to a certain point his natural running abilities makes an excellent companion and family dog. The official standard describes its character as follows:

Its build evokes the impression of a unique combination of speed, strength and endurance needed to shoot down a deer; However, its general bearing is of noble dignity. Soft and friendly. Obedient and easy to train, as it is eager to please. Docile and fair, never suspicious, aggressive or shy. Shown with quiet dignity.

The Scottish Deerhound adult is a low maintenance dog. Regular brushing is enough.

The Deerhounds, once grown, they are a robust breed.

The Deerhounds value a high-quality and varied diet. Expert guidance is essential, especially during the growth phase.

The Scottish Deerhound it's a greyhound. The free run, fast and extensive, it is a basic requirement for the life of its species. Thus, in some regions there are special facilities where greyhounds can satisfy their need to run. Either he runs after a dummy rabbit at the racetrack or during the coursing, or else the dog is made happy with a ball thrower.

If you want to spend your life with a Scottish Deerhound, you should first check if you have the possibility to leave this Hound released regularly. Ideally, you should enjoy racing. You should only buy your puppy from a reputable breeder.

Photos:

1 – Female "Scottish Greyhound" with exceptional longevity: 14 years and 7 months. by Manialize, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
2 – «Scottish Deerhound» by Mark Robinson
3 – Gray Scottish Deerhound, male. by Canarian, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
4 – "Scottish Greyhound" by Manialize, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
5 – “Scottish Deerhound” at Theodore Roosevelt Dog Park by Andrea Arden
6 – "Scottish Greyhound" by Svenska Mässan from Sweden, CC BY 2.0, via Wikimedia Commons

• FCI CLASSIFICATION: 164
• Group 10: Sighthounds
• Section 2: Rough-haired Sighthounds. Without working trial..

Federations:

• Standard FCI (International Cynological Federation) Group 10: Section 2: Rough-haired Sighthounds ⓘ
• CCC standard (Canadian Kennel Club / Canadian Kennel Club)
• KC standard (The Kennel Club) ⓘ
• AKC standard (American Kennel Club) (Hound) ⓘ

Scotland

08.10.2012

Use:

Hunting dog, career and company.

General appearance:

It resembles a larger rough-haired Greyhound with stronger bones.

His body build suggests the unique combination of speed, strength and endurance needed to knock down a deer, but his general bearing is of dignity and nobility. He is noble and friendly. It is obedient and easy to train because of its willingness to please. He is docile and of good character, never suspicious, aggressive or nervous.
He behaves with a quiet dignity.

Head:

Elongated,

• Skull : It is more flattened than round, with a slight bump over the eyes. Wider at the level of the ears, thinning slightly towards the eyes. It is covered with moderately long hair and softer than the rest of the body.
• Depression links (Stop) : No stop.

facial region:

• Truffle : Black. Slightly aquiline nose.
• Snout : Tapers more markedly towards the tip of the nose. In dogs with lighter fur, black muzzle preferred.
• Lips : Glued. They have a good mustache with quite silky hair and a little beard.
• Jaws / Teeth : Strong jaws with a perfect scissors bite, regular and complete, that is to say, that the upper incisors closely overlap the lower incisors and are implanted vertically in the jaws.
• Eyes : dark. Usually dark brown or hazelnut in color. Light eyes are undesirable. Moderately rounded, with a soft expression at rest, but with a sharp look, penetrating and distant when active. Black pigmented eye rims.
• Ears : Set high and bent back when idle. In activity it raises them above the head without losing the fold and sometimes in a semi-erect way.. It is very undesirable for the ears to be thick and large falling flat against the head or for the ears to be erect. The ears should be soft to the touch, satin, like the ears of a mouse; the smaller the better, no long fur or stripes. Its color must be black or dark.

Neck:

Very strong, of a convenient length, which is sometimes disguised with the mane. The nape is very prominent at its insertion with the head. It presents no Chin.

Body:

It generally presents the body shape of a larger Greyhound and skeleton.

• Back : Straight top line is undesirable.
• Pork loin : Well arched, descends to the root of the tail.
• Rump : Descendant, wide and powerful.
• Breast : Deeper than wide, not too narrow or ribs flattened on the sides.

Tail:

Long, thick at its root, thinning towards the tip and reaching almost to the floor. When the specimen is standing, falls perfectly straight or curved. He wears it curved during movement, but never lifts it above the line of the back. Well covered with hair; on the top the hair is thick and hard (like wire) and in its lower part it is longer; a slight fringe is allowed near the tip. Curled or ringed tail is undesirable.

Tips

PREVIOUS MEMBERS : From elbows to straight feet, wide and flat.

• Shoulder : Well angled and not too far apart. Heavy, straight shoulders are undesirable.
• Elbows and forearms : Very wide.

LATER MEMBERS : With a great distance from the hip to the tibio-tarsal joint. Broad and flat bones.

• Hips : Well separated.
• Knees : Well angulated.

FEET : Compact and well angulated fingers. Strong nails.

Movement:

It is easy, active and aligned, with a good range.

Mantle

• HAIR : He is disheveled, but not in excess; woolly fur is unacceptable. The correct coat is thick, tight, irregular; frizzy or rough to the touch. Body hair, neck and limbs is hard as wire and approximately 7 cm. (3 inches) to 10 cm. (4 inches) long. The hair of the head, chest and belly is softer. Presents a slight fringe of hair on the inside of the forelimbs and hindquarters.
• COLOR : Dark blue-gray, lighter or darker shades of gray; tawny and yellow, sand red or fire red with mask, eyes, black limbs and tail. White chest allowed, white fingers and a small white spot on the tip of the tail; but it is preferable that it is as little white as possible, because it is a unicolor dog. A white collar or a white list on the head is unacceptable.

Size and weight:

Males : Desirable minimum height at the withers : 76 cm. (30 inches)

Approximate weight : 45,5 kg (100 English pounds)

females : Desirable minimum height at the withers : 71 cm. (28 inches)

Approximate weight : 36,5 kg (80 English pounds)

Fouls:

Any deviation from the aforementioned criteria is considered a fault and its severity is considered to the degree of the deviation from the standard and its consequences on the health and well-being of your health..

Any dog ​​showing clear signs of physical or behavioral abnormalities must be disqualified..

Males should have two normal-appearing testicles fully descended into the scrotum..

Source: F.C.I - International Cynological Federation

1. Scottish Deerhound (English).
2. Scottish Deerhound, Deerhound (French).
3. Scottish Deerhound, Highland Deerhound (German).
4. Deerhound, Galgo escocês, Deerhound escocês (Portuguese).
5. Deerhound (español).