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Deerhound
A dog breed
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Weight
64.6–87.4 kg
Size
Giant
Lifespan
7–10 ans
Energy
Très élevé
Coat
Gray, brindle, fawn, preferably solid color. Small white spots tolerated
Maintenance
Moyen
Training
Moyen
The Scottish Deerhound or Scottish Deerhound is a dog breed originating from Scotland. This breed, used for hunting deer and stag, has existed for over 2,000 years. The International Cynological Federation lists the Scottish Deerhound in Group 10, Sighthounds, Section 2, Standard No. 164.
Profile
At a glance
Energy
Très élevé
Trainability
Modéré
Maintenance
Modéré
Indicative profile — every animal is an individual.
⚡ Key facts in 30 seconds
L'essentiel
- 1Giant size (64.6–87.4 kg) — life expectancy often shorter, monitor joints.
- 2Life expectancy: 7 to 10 years on average, depending on care and diet.
- 3Very high energy level — plan for at least 1.5 hours of daily exercise minimum.
- 4Moderate maintenance — weekly brushing is sufficient.
Chapter 1
Getting to know the Deerhound
Origins & history
A story told
This ancient breed, cited as early as the 3rd century AD, is a descendant of the Vertagus Hound or Celtic Hound. "The most perfect creature that is," this is how the Deerhound was described by poet Walter Scott (1771-1832).
Character
Daily temperament
It is a friendly, sociable, and very reliable sighthound. Obedient and very attached to its master, the Deerhound loves to please him. However, it is a true sighthound that has been selected over generations for pursuit. Therefore, most Deerhounds will be eager to hunt.
Physical
Breed standard
It is a rough-coated Sighthound of large size, which has a more robust build than the Greyhound but less substantial than the Irish Wolfhound.
Chapter 2
Daily life
What if you adopted your future companion?
The Deerhound of your dreams may already be waiting in a shelter. Hundreds of deerhound (and equally wonderful crossbreeds) are looking for a family in France — every adoption starts a new story.
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What human age for a deerhound ?
The calculator is already set to the breed's adult size (espérance de vie 7–10 ans). Drag the slider to see the equivalence and corresponding life stage.
plus de 44 kg — a giant dog ages significantly faster than a small dog after maturity.
Equivalent human age
31years
Adulte
Most stable period. Monthly weigh-in, annual vet visit, dental care — this determines quality of life in later years.
Method: AVMA table: 15 human years in year one, +9 in year two, then +7 per year for a géant dog.
These equivalences are statistical benchmarks drawn from published veterinary tables. Every animal ages at its own pace, depending on genetics, diet and care. This calculator is neither a diagnosis nor veterinary advice.
Health
Health watch
The Scottish Deerhound lives approximately 9 to 13 years. The young dog has significant exercise needs to develop properly and remain in good health. This does not mean it needs a large house to live in, but it must have regular access to a space of freedom (enclosure) so it can let off steam.
Alert
To avoid for dog
Our database lists toxic ingredients and problematic additives by species.
- low-fat cocoa powderModerate
- maltitolModerate
- cocoa pasteModerate
- onion piecesModerate
Calculator · daily ration
How much to give a deerhound ?
Estimate based on the veterinary formula RER × DER, adjusted for dog. Adjust according to package recommendations.
Result
664 g
per day · 2523 kcal
332 g / repas (2 par jour)
Calculation for food of 380 kcal/100g.
Maintenance
Daily care
The Scottish Deerhound lives approximately 9 to 13 years. The young dog has significant exercise needs to develop properly and remain in good health. This does not mean it needs a large house to live in, but it must have regular access to a space of freedom (enclosure) so it can let off steam.
FAQ
Frequently asked questions about Deerhound
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Sources & official links
Supplementary documentation on reference sites — breed clubs, encyclopedias, veterinarians.
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