Dignified
Friendly
Polite
Docile
Gentle
Still

Aggressive
Energetic
Loyal
Responsive
Alert
Intelligent
Protective

Avoid Scottish Deerhounds as watchdogs - they're not effective.

Choose an Australian Cattle Dog if you want a top-notch watchdog. This breed takes guarding seriously, and may not require much training, though obedience or guard dog training can improve their skills.

Scotland

Australia

sighthound, greyhound

Dingo

American Canine Registry
American Kennel Club
America's Pet Registry
Canadian Kennel Club
Dog Registry of America Inc.
Federation Cynologique Internationale
Kennel Club of Great Britain
North American Purebred Registry, Inc.
American Canine Association, Inc.
Australian National Kennel Council
Continental Kennel Club
National Kennel Club
New Zealand Kennel Club
United Kennel Club

American Canine Registry
American Kennel Club
America's Pet Registry
Canadian Kennel Club
Dog Registry of America Inc.
Federation Cynologique Internationale
Kennel Club of Great Britain
North American Purebred Registry, Inc.
American Canine Association, Inc.
Australian National Kennel Council
Continental Kennel Club
National Kennel Club
New Zealand Kennel Club
United Kennel Club

middle ages

1800s

Hound (AKC:1886)
Sighthounds & Pariahs (UKC)

Herding (AKC:1980 & UKC)

Hazel
Brown

Blue
Brown
Amber

Blue
Black

Black
Brown

Fawn
Brindle
Red
Blue
Gray

Blue
Red

Wiry

Straight

A Scottish Deerhound can have a litter of 8-10 puppies on average. However, it's worth noting that the size of the litters can vary greatly. Factors that can influence litter size include the health of the mother, breeding history, and genetics.

An Australian Cattle Dog can have a litter of 12-15 puppies on average. However, it's worth noting that the size of the litters can vary greatly. Factors that can influence litter size include the health of the mother, breeding history, and genetics.

The Scottish Deerhound breed is generally very healthy, requiring minimal vet visits. Still, it's important to keep an eye on their health and seek veterinary care when needed.

While the Australian Cattle Dog breed is generally healthy, occasional vet check-ups are still necessary to address any health concerns.

Gastric Torsion
Osteosarcoma
Anesthesia Sensitivity/Allergy

Deafness
OCD
Progressive Retinal Atrophy
Hip Dysplasia

Cardiomyopathy
Allergies

Cataracts
Lens Luxation

Cardiac
Blood Test
X-Rays
Physical Examination
Allergy Tests

Eye
Hip
Hearing

Scottish Deerhound has very high social needs and requires regular mental and physical stimulation, a job or purpose, and companionship.

Australian Cattle Dog has average social needs and is less independent than other breeds.

Scottish Deerhounds need moderate physical activity and are great for families and active individuals.

Australian Cattle Dogs need high physical activity and are ideal for active individuals, but not suitable for sedentary lifestyles or small apartments.

Scottish Deerhounds are typically quiet and only bark when needed, such as to alert their owner or when in distress.

Australian Cattle Dog dogs are generally less vocal than other breeds and only bark when necessary, such as to alert their owner or communicate.

Scottish Deerhound dogs are not typically good guard dogs due to their lack of protective nature and weak territorial drive.

Australian Cattle Dog dogs are highly protective and make excellent guard dogs due to their strong instinct to defend their territory and owners, and their high level of vigilance.

Scottish Deerhounds are medium-energy dogs and typically enjoy socializing and playing casual or even sustained games of chase with other dogs. They may also have occasional periods of barking or racing around the house.

Australian Cattle Dogs are high-energy dogs. They need mental as well as physical exercise. These dogs require a lot of your involvement and without it they can, and will, become problematic dogs.

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Scottish Deerhound, it's at least 9 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Australian Cattle Dog, it's at least 14 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

In general most Scottish Deerhounds usually need at least 60 minutes of exercise daily. This can be spread across the day and include all sorts of high-energy activities, like walking, running and playing.

In general most Australian Cattle Dogs usually need at least 90 minutes of exercise daily. This can be spread across the day and include all sorts of high-energy activities, like walking, running and playing.

The Scottish Deerhound has low grooming needs and is easy to maintain.

The Australian Cattle Dog is a low-maintenance breed that doesn't require much grooming.

Scottish Deerhound should be brushed at least once a week. Of course you can give them more frequent brushes if you find that they are still shedding a lot

In general Australian Cattle Dog should be brushed at least once a month. Of course you can give them more frequent brushes, especially if they enjoyed it

Comb
Deshedder
Scissors
Nail Clipper

Slicker Brush
Deshedder
Nail Clipper

For an average 85-110 pound (39 - 50 kg) Scottish Deerhound feed 3.8 cups daily. But, keep in mind, the amount you feed is going to be dependent on the quality of the food you are feeding.

For an average 33-40 pound (15 - 18 kg) Australian Cattle Dog feed 2.5 cups daily. But, keep in mind, the amount you feed is going to be dependent on the quality of the food you are feeding.

The average cost of a Scottish Deerhound is somewhere $3.90 - $4.20 per day.

The average cost of an Australian Cattle Dog is somewhere $1.70 - $2.00 per day.

The average per month expenses of a Scottish Deerhound is between $112 - $126. This makes an average of $1344 - $1512 per year. It will be on the higher side when the dog is still small because it will need more frequent visits to the vet, shots.

The average per month expenses of an Australian Cattle Dog is between $48 - $63. This makes an average of $576 - $756 per year. It will be on the higher side when the dog is still small because it will need more frequent visits to the vet, shots.

Scottish Deerhounds are average in obedience intelligence but have a high IQ and may cause trouble if left unsupervised.

Australian Cattle Dog is highly intelligent and very trainable.

Scottish Deerhounds have average emotions and adapt well to different situations.

This breed is sensitive and requires gentle handling and a calm home environment.

Scottish Deerhounds make excellent apartment dogs, being fairly active indoors and not requiring a yard.

The Australian Cattle Dog is not suitable for apartments and requires a large yard to thrive. Pent-up energy in small spaces can lead to destructive behavior.

Scottish Deerhounds are somewhat cat friendly and can be trained to get along with cats.

Australian Cattle Dogs are average in their friendliness toward cats and tend to do well with them, especially if raised together.

Scottish Deerhounds are generally very friendly towards other dogs, with a happy and affectionate temperament.

Australian Cattle Dogs are average in their friendliness towards other dogs, and socialization can help.

Scottish Deerhounds are highly friendly around strangers.

Australian Cattle Dogs are quick to announce strangers and can be standoffish or suspicious.

Scottish Deerhounds have an average level of playfulness, enjoying playtime like most dogs but not excessively so.

Australian Cattle Dogs are very playful, so adopting an older one might be a better option for a more relaxed experience.

Scottish Deerhounds are usually easy to train but require consistency to fully obey commands.

Australian Cattle Dogs are popular for their ease of training and quick learning ability.