Dignified
Friendly
Polite
Docile
Gentle
Still

Active
Playful
Energetic
Intelligent
Friendly
Outgoing
Responsive
Docile
Lively
Sociable
Attentive
Trainable
Clever
Extroverted

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

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

Scotland

United States

sighthound, greyhound

Miniature Pinscher, Pomeranian

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

ACHC = American Canine Hybrid Club
DDKC = Designer Dogs Kennel Club
DBR = Designer Breed Registry
DRA = Dog Registry of America, Inc.
IDCR = International Designer Canine Registry®

middle ages

2000s

Hazel
Brown

Blue
Brown

Blue
Black

Black
Brown

Fawn
Brindle
Red
Blue
Gray

Black
Brown
Red
Cream
Fawn
Blue
Silver
White
Pied
Sable
Brindle

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 Pineranian can have a litter of 2-5 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.

Pineranians 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.

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

Gastric Torsion
Osteosarcoma
Anesthesia Sensitivity/Allergy

Patellar Luxation
Mono/Bilateral Cryptorchidism
Legg-Calve Perthes Disease
Patent Ductus Arteriosis (PDA)

Cardiomyopathy
Allergies

Entropion
Ectropion
Eye Conditions (Cataracts, Lens Luxation)

Cardiac
Blood Test
X-Rays
Physical Examination
Allergy Tests

Eyes
X-Rays
Skin Evaluation
Electrocardiograph (ECG - measures rate and rhythm)

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

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

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

Pineranians 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.

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

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

Pineranians 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 Pineranian, it's at least 5 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 Pineranians 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.

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

Comb
Deshedder
Scissors
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Slicker Brush
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 7-12 pound (3 - 5 kg) Pineranian feed 1 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 Pineranian is somewhere $1.10 - $1.40 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 Pineranian is between $28 - $42. This makes an average of $336 - $504 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.

Pineranian is a very intelligent and trainable breed.

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

Pineranians have an average level of friendliness towards children.

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

Pineranians are good with cats, but early training is needed to prevent chasing behavior.

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

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

Scottish Deerhounds are highly friendly around strangers.

Pineranians 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.

Pineranians are a playful breed that needs daily playtime to be happy.

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

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