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

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

Dignified
Friendly
Polite
Docile
Gentle
Still

Amiable
Outright
Tempered
Boisterous

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

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

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

Otterhounds aren't great guard dogs; they tend to just watch without taking action.

Scotland

England

sighthound, greyhound

griffon nivernais

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 Kennel Club
Australian National Kennel Council
Canadian Kennel Club
Continental Kennel Club
Federation Cynologique Internationale
Kennel Club of Great Britain
National Kennel Club
New Zealand Kennel Club
United Kennel Club

middle ages

1300s

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

Hound (AKC:1909)
Scenthound (UKC)

Hazel
Brown

Hazel
Brown

Blue
Black

Black
Brown

Fawn
Brindle
Red
Blue
Gray

Cream
Brown
Black
White
Fawn
Blue
Gray

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 Otterhound can have a litter of 10-12 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.

Otterhounds 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

Hip Dysplasia
Congenital Heart Defect

Cardiomyopathy
Allergies

Elbow Dysplasia
Thrombopathia

Cardiac
Blood Test
X-Rays
Physical Examination
Allergy Tests

Hip
Elbow
Blood
Blood Test
X-Rays
Physical Examination

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

Otterhound 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.

Otterhounds 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.

Otterhounds bark moderately when necessary and may also bark due to certain triggers like fear, alarm, boredom, greeting, separation anxiety and compulsive barking.

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 Otterhound, it's at least 7 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 Otterhounds usually need at least 45 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.

Otterhounds require significant grooming, including regular trims and professional grooming assistance to maintain their coat. They may also require frequent bathing to keep their coat and skin healthy.

Comb
Deshedder
Scissors
Nail Clipper

Slicker Brush
Comb
Clipper
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 90-110 pound (41 - 50 kg) Otterhound feed 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 an Otterhound is somewhere $2.10 - $2.70 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 Otterhound is between $55 - $73. This makes an average of $660 - $876 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.

Otterhounds are adaptable and resilient, making them ideal for those seeking a less sensitive pet.

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

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

Otterhounds are good with kids if socialized and trained from a young age.

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

Otterhounds 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.

Otterhounds are average in their friendliness towards other dogs, and socialization can help.

Scottish Deerhounds are highly friendly around strangers.

Otterhounds 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.

Otterhounds 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.

Otterhounds are popular for their ease of training and quick learning ability.