Scottish Deerhound has high obesity risk, needs regular exercise and food control to maintain healthy weight.

Lhasa Apso has average risk of obesity, needs daily walks and quality diet to maintain healthy weight.

Dignified
Friendly
Polite
Docile
Gentle
Still

Alert
Devoted
Intelligent
Obedient
Spirited
Assertive
Friendly
Lively
Playful
Steady

Scottish Deerhounds are moderate shedders, but regular brushing can reduce shedding and maintain coat health.

Lhasa Apsos are heavy shedders, but regular brushing can help manage shedding and promote a healthy coat.

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

Lhasa Apsos are decent watchdogs - they'll alert their owner if something seems amiss.

Scotland

Tibet

sighthound, greyhound

Terrier, Wolf-like Dog

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
Canadian Canine Registry

middle ages

Ancient Times

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

Non Sporting (AKC:1935)
Companion Breeds (UKC)

Hazel
Brown

Brown

Blue
Black

Black

Fawn
Brindle
Red
Blue
Gray

Black
Gray
Brown
Red
Cream
Fawn
Silver
White
Sable
Brindle

Scottish Deerhounds have medium-length coats.

Lhasa Apsos are known for their coat 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.

A Lhasa Apso 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.

Scottish Deerhounds have average adaptability to changes in lifestyle and living environments compared to other breeds.

Lhasa Apsos are highly adaptable and versatile, making them excellent companions for families and individuals of all lifestyles.

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.

Lhasa Apsos are susceptible to health issues like all breeds, so it's important to monitor their health and seek veterinary care when needed.

Gastric Torsion
Osteosarcoma
Anesthesia Sensitivity/Allergy

Intervertebral Disc Disease
Urolithiasis
Eye Problems

Cardiomyopathy
Allergies

Hydrocephalus
Eye Problems
Brachycephalic Syndrome

Cardiac
Blood Test
X-Rays
Physical Examination
Allergy Tests

Eye
Skeletal
X-Rays
Physical Examination
Respiratory Tests

Scottish Deerhounds thrive on an active lifestyle due to their high-energy nature.

Lhasa Apsos' high energy levels make them unsuitable for a low-key dog, choose accordingly.

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

Lhasa Apso 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.

Lhasa Apsos need only a small amount of physical activity, ideal for busy or elderly people or those with limited space.

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

Lhasa Apsos sleep less than other breeds but still need adequate sleep for good health.

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

Lhasa Apso dogs bark and howl frequently and are not recommended for quiet homes.

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

While Lhasa Apso dogs can defend their territory or owners, it's not their primary trait, and they are not ideal guard 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 Lhasa Apso, it's at least 6 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

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

Lhasa Apsos have high grooming needs, requiring regular trims and professional grooming assistance to keep their coat healthy.

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

Ideally, Lhasa Apso should be brushed at least 2 or 3 times a week (preferably daily) improve shedding.

Comb
Deshedder
Scissors
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Dematter
Comb
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 14-18 pound (6 - 8 kg) Lhasa Apso feed 1.3 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 a Lhasa Apso is somewhere $1.40 - $1.80 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 a Lhasa Apso is between $42 - $53. This makes an average of $504 - $636 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.

Lhasa Apso has below average obedience intelligence, but they excel in understanding human emotions.

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

This breed is sensitive to its environment and best suited for patient and understanding families with a consistent routine.

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

Lhasa Apsos are very friendly with cats and make great companions for them.

Scottish Deerhounds are highly friendly around strangers.

Lhasa Apsos are averagely friendly around strangers but benefit from early socialisation.