Dignified
Friendly
Polite
Docile
Gentle
Still

Stubborn
Independent
Protective
Alert
Courageous
Intelligent
Obedient
Dominant
Loyal
Trainable
Fearless
Good-natured

sighthound, greyhound

Rottweiler, Cane Corso Italiano (Italian Mastiff)

middle ages

1990s

Hazel
Brown

Brown
Amber

Blue
Black

Black

Fawn
Brindle
Red
Blue
Gray

Black
Brown
Red
Cream
Fawn
White
Sable
Brindle

Scottish Deerhounds have medium-length coats.

Italian Mastweilers have coats that can be either short or medium in length.

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 Italian Mastweiler can have a litter of 6-12 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.

Italian Mastweilers typically have low vet costs due to their good health, but it's important to monitor their health and seek vet care when necessary.

Gastric Torsion
Osteosarcoma
Anesthesia Sensitivity/Allergy

Osteosarcoma
Hip And Elbow Dysplasia
Gastric Dilation Volvulus (GDV) or Bloat

Cardiomyopathy
Allergies

Hypothyroidism
Eye Conditions (Cataracts, Lens Luxation)

Cardiac
Blood Test
X-Rays
Physical Examination
Allergy Tests

Eye Examination
Skin Evaluation
Blood And Urine Analysis
Diagnostic Imaging

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

Italian Mastweiler has above average social needs and thrives with interaction with humans and other dogs.

Scottish Deerhounds are active and require sufficient sleep to stay healthy.

Italian Mastweilers have moderate energy levels and typical sleep patterns of 12-14 hours per day.

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.

Italian Mastweilers 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 Italian Mastweiler, it's at least 15 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

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 95-120 pound (43 - 54 kg) Italian Mastweiler feed 3.5 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 Italian Mastweiler is somewhere $3.40 - $4.50 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 Italian Mastweiler is between $101 - $134. This makes an average of $1212 - $1608 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 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.

Italian Mastweilers are good apartment dogs as long as they get enough exercise and stimulation outside of the apartment.

Scottish Deerhounds make excellent family pets for kids due to their gentle, protective nature and calm temperament.

Italian Mastweilers have an average level of friendliness towards children.

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

Italian Mastweilers 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.

Italian Mastweilers are not dog-friendly.

Scottish Deerhounds are highly friendly around strangers.

Italian Mastweilers are not very stranger friendly.