Breed:	Scottish Deerhound
Country of Origin:	Scotland
AKC Group:	Hound
Function:	Hunting
Life Span:	Under 10 years
Appearance:	Large
Color:	Various shades of gray (blue-gray is preferred), fawn, or brindle, with dark ears and a tapering dark muzzle
Coat Type:	Wirey
Grooming:	The harsh, wiry coat needs extensive grooming. Some trimming and stripping is required, but little skill is needed.
Height:	28-32 inches
Weight:	75-110 pounds
Activity Level:	Medium-high
Watch Dog:	Nop
Protection:	No
Intelligence:	High
Trainability:	High
Good With Children:	Yes
Good With Pets:	Canines only
Good With Strangers:	Yes
Character:	Loving
Home Environment:	Fenced yard
Best Owner:	Affectionate
Potential Problems:
Behavior:
Physical:	The Scottish Deerhound is prone to bloat. It is wise to feed them 2 or 3 small meals a day rather then one big one. Avoid vigorous exercise right after the dog has eaten a big meal.
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