Deerhound

Gentle giants with a noble and dignified air.

The Deerhound, also known as the Scottish Deerhound, is a tall and graceful breed originally bred for hunting red deer. Known for their gentle demeanor and calm presence, they make affectionate companions. Despite their size, they are friendly and rarely aggressive.

Quick Facts

SizeLarge
Breed GroupHound
Lifespan10–12 Years
Exercise NeedsMore than 2 hours per day
TrainabilityDeerhounds are intelligent but can be somewhat independent, so training may require patience and gentle encouragement.
Grooming NeedsLow
SheddingYes
Barking TendencyLow
TemperamentCalm, gentle, friendly, and affectionate with family members.

Available Deerhounds

3 dogs available
Bilberry, a 3 years old male Deerhound available for adoption from Dogs Trust in Warwickshire

Dogs Trust

Bilberry

Warwickshire
SexMale
Age3 years
BreedDeerhound

Are you right for Bilberry?I'm looking for my forever home. Could you be my perfect match?In our form you can tell us all about your home, your lifestyle and the kind of dogs you’re interested in. You won’t be applying for a specific dog, but you can add favourites to give us an idea of the dogs you like. We’ll use this information to find a great match for you.We’ll also ask you to select a rehoming centre. The team at this centre will look after your application and assess you against all suitable dogs in their care. This doesn’t have to be your nearest centre, but you will need to travel there within a few days once we’ve found...We’ll also ask you to select a rehoming centre. The team at this centre will look after your application and assess you against all suitable dogs in their care. This doesn’t have to be your nearest centre, but you will need to travel there within a few days once we’ve found you a match.

Lily, a 4 years old female Deerhound available for adoption from Dogs Trust in West Midlands

Dogs Trust

Lily

West Midlands
SexFemale
Age4 years
BreedDeerhound

Are you right for Lily?Is Lily right for you?I'm looking for my forever home. Could you be my perfect match?In our form you can tell us all about your home, your lifestyle and the kind of dogs you’re interested in. You won’t be applying for a specific dog, but you can add favourites to give us an idea of the dogs you like. We’ll use this information to find a great match for you.We’ll also ask you to select a rehoming centre. The team at this centre will look after your application and assess you against all suitable dogs in their care. This doesn’t have to be your nearest centre, but you will need to travel there within a few days once we’ve found...We’ll also ask you to select a rehoming centre. The team at this centre will look after your application and assess you against all suitable dogs in their care. This doesn’t have to be your nearest centre, but you will need to travel there within a few days once we’ve found you a match.

Odin, a 5 years old male Deerhound available for adoption from Arundawn Dog Rescue in West Sussex

Arundawn Dog Rescue

Odin

West Sussex
SexMale
Age5 years
BreedDeerhound

Breed - Deerhound LurcherGender - Male (neutered)Date of Birth - March 2021Can live with dogs? YesCan live with cats? NoCan live with children? UnknownLocation - West SussexOdin is a fabulous Deerhound lurcher and is looking for a new home as his owners have a new family and are struggling to meet his needs.He is a loving and affectionate boy who ideally needs to find a home with another dog ... preferably a female.Odin has high prey drive and previously lived with his sister, taking themselves hunting when opportunity struck so large sighthound experience preferred please.Arundawn Dog Rescue rehome all over the UKCopyright © 2022 Arundawn Dog Rescue - All Rights Reserved.