Scottish Deerhound
Scotland • large size
Scottish Deerhound is a large breed from Scotland, known for being good with kids, happy in cold weather, light on shedding.
Good With KidsHappy In Cold WeatherLight On Shedding
Hound
Irish Wolfhound
Giant coursing hound famed for a gentle nature; calm at home, needs space and moderate exercise.
Good With KidsHappy In Cold WeatherLight On Shedding
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Size
Giant
Life
6-10 years
Group
Hound
Origin
Ireland
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