Scottish Deerhound Physical Appearance

Considering to get a Scottish Deerhound Dog and wondering what is the general appearance of Scottish Deerhound or what are the popular colours of a Scottish Deerhound?

Know more details about the colors, weight and height of Scottish Deerhound Dogs from this page.


Scottish Deerhound Appearance

Scottish Deerhound Size, Height and Weight

    Consider the personality traits and appearance of the Scottish Deerhound, as this breed is not for everyone. Use this information below to see if a Scottish Deerhound would suit your lifestyle and household.

    Size of Scottish Deerhound: The Scottish Deerhound Dog is a giant sized dog.

    Height of Scottish Deerhound:
  • 28-32 inches (71-81 cm)

  • Weight of Scottish Deerhound:
  • 75-110 pounds (34-50 kg)

    The Popular Colours of Scottish Deerhound Dogs

  • Blue Gray
  • Brindle
  • Gray
  • Gray Brindle
  • Blue


Scottish Deerhound Appearance

Scottish Deerhound Information

The Scottish deerhound has a body like that of a greyhound but is of larger size and bone, enabling it to run at great speed using the double-suspension gallop without sacrificing strength and endurance. Its trotting gait is easy and true. Its hair is harsh and crisp, about 3 to 4 inches long on the body, ideally close-lying. Such a coat imparts a weather- (and dirt-) resistant quality, an essential asset in cold, damp climates.

The Scottish deerhound is mellow, low-key and easygoing — a gracious and well-mannered addition to the home. Outdoors, it loves to run and chase anything that moves. Indoors, it needs plenty of room to stretch on a soft surface. The deerhound is independent but willing to please; it is extremely sensitive. It is amiable toward, but often reserved with, strangers. This breed is good with children, other dogs and usually other pets, although it may give chase to strange animals.

What to do if you lose your Scottish Deerhound

If your Scottish Deerhound Dog or any other pet has gone missing and it does not have an identification tag with a phone number, you can:

1. Register your missing pet details at Pet Reunite website here.

2. Register the lost pet on the Local Facebook Lost Pets Groups Here.

3. Visit the local vets to see if someone has brought in your missing pet.

4. Phone the RSPCA or Visit the RSPCA Lost Pets website and complete a Lost Pet Report.

5. Visit Lost Pets Pages of Animal Shelters.

What to do if you find a lost Scottish Deerhound

If you find a Scottish Deerhound Dog or any other pet and it does not have an identification tag with a phone number, you can:

1. List the found pet details at Pet Reunite website here.

2. Register the missing pet on the Local Facebook Lost Pets Groups.

3. Contact the Local Authority to collect the lost animal.

4. Take the animal to the local Animal Pound assigned to your suburb.

5. Take the pet to the local Vet Clinic who can scan the animal’s microchip and phone the registered pet owner.

Laws Regarding Missing Pets

1. It is against the law to keep any animal that you find.

2. Pets are generally considered property and it is illegal to take and keep someone else’s property.

3. You must call your local animal control unit and file a FOUND AN ANIMAL report for any dog or cat you find.

4. To reclaim your lost dog, cat or other pet from the animal shelter you must pay a release fee.

5. If your dog or cat is unregistered, you will have to register your pet before you can take it home.