Irish Wolfhound vs Scottish Deerhound

Compare the Irish Wolfhound to the Scottish Deerhound. Use the tool below to compare temperament, size, personality, maintenance requirements, and everything else between Irish Wolfhounds and Scottish Deerhounds.

Irish Wolfhound vs Scottish Deerhound
Irish Wolfhound
Scottish Deerhound
Irish Wolfhound
Scottish Deerhound
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General Details
Irish Wolfhound
Scottish Deerhound
Breed Type
Purebred
Purebred
Allergy Friendly
No
No
Lifespan
6-8 Years
8-11 Years
Height
32-35 Inches
28-32 Inches
Weight
90-180 Pounds
75-110 Pounds
Intelligence
Average
Average
History
Irish Wolfhound
Scottish Deerhound
Origin Country
Unspecified
United Kingdom
Origin Year
-700 BC
1600 AD
Temperament
Irish Wolfhound
Scottish Deerhound
Overall Friendliness
Above Average
Above Average
Family Friendly
Above Average
Above Average
Child Friendly
Above Average
Above Average
Pet Friendly
Above Average
Below Average
Stranger Friendly
Above Average
Above Average
Personality
Irish Wolfhound
Scottish Deerhound
Traits
Affectionate
Loving
Separation Anxiety
Snuggle
Willing to Please
Affectionate
Loving
Stubborn
Living Environment
Irish Wolfhound
Scottish Deerhound
Apartment
No
No
Indoor
Yes
Yes
Small Yard
Yes
Yes
Medium Yard
Yes
Yes
Large Yard
Yes
Yes
Temperature Tolerance
20-75 °F
40-80 °F
Barks/Howls
Average
Above Average
Exercise Needs
Irish Wolfhound
Scottish Deerhound
Energy Level
Medium
Medium
Exercise Required
Medium
Medium
Top Running Speed
35 MPH
35 MPH
Strength
Very High
Very High
Grooming Needs
Irish Wolfhound
Scottish Deerhound
Coat Maintenance
Medium
Medium
Shedding
Medium
Medium to High
Dander
Medium
Medium
Drool
Medium to High
Medium
Instincts and Behavior
Breed Mentality
Irish Wolfhound
Scottish Deerhound
Dominant / Alpha
No
No
Family / Pack
Yes
Yes
Independent
No
No
Breed Focus
Irish Wolfhound
Scottish Deerhound
Distracted Easy
No
Yes
Focused & Patient
No
No
Breed Instincts
Irish Wolfhound
Scottish Deerhound
Aggression
None
Below Average
Burrow / Digging
None
Below Average
Chasing
Above Average
Above Average
Follow Commands
Average
Below Average
Fighting
Below Average
Below Average
Guarding
Below Average
Below Average
Herding
Below Average
None
Hunting
Average
Above Average
Protection
Below Average
Below Average
Remove Vermin
Below Average
Below Average
Sled Pulling
Below Average
Below Average
Watch / Guardian
Average
Below Average
Health Comparison
Lifespan
Irish Wolfhound
Scottish Deerhound
Average Lifespan
6-8 Years
8-11 Years
Health Concerns
Irish Wolfhound
Scottish Deerhound
Common Health Issues
Bloat
Hip dysplasia
Progressive retinal atrophy
Elbow dysplasia
Osteochondritis Dissecans
Osteosarcoma
Drug sensitivity
Dilated cardiomyopathy
Liver shunt
Fibrocartilaginous embolic myelopathy
Bloat
Allergies
Hypothyroidism
Osteosarcoma
Drug sensitivity
Dilated cardiomyopathy
Cystinuria
Factor VII deficiency
Appearance Comparison
Coat
Irish Wolfhound
Scottish Deerhound
Coat Type
Fur
Fur
Coat Layering
Double
Double
Coat Texture
Shaggy
Scruffy
Coat Length
Medium
Medium
Coat Coloring
Irish Wolfhound
Scottish Deerhound
Breed Colors
Black
Blue
Brindle
Cream
Gray
Gray and Brindle
Red
Red and Brindle
Silver
Wheaten
White
Black
Blue
Gray
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