The deerhound coat does not shed, but it needs weekly brushing or combing, and the dead hairs need to be pulled out by hand twice a year. ... Like all very large breeds, Scottish deerhounds are not generally long-lived, averaging eight to 11 years.

Do deer hounds make good pets?

Deerhounds are known to be gentle dogs. They get on well with children and make excellent family pets, given the right socialisation as a puppy. Their coats will require brushing 2-3 times per week as their adult coats in particular are prone to matting.

Is a deer hound bigger than a wolf hound?

The Irish Wolfhound is taller than the Scottish Deerhound. The IW is, in fact, the tallest of the AKC breeds, standing at a minimum 32 inches for males and 30 inches for females. In comparison, Deerhound males should be 30-32 inches and females at 28 inches and up.