Scottish Deerhound vs Central Asian Shepherd Dog

Compare the Scottish Deerhound to the Central Asian Shepherd Dog. Use the tool below to compare temperament, size, personality, maintenance requirements, and everything else between Scottish Deerhounds and Central Asian Shepherd Dogs.

Scottish Deerhound vs Central Asian Shepherd Dog
Scottish Deerhound
Central Asian Shepherd Dog
Scottish Deerhound
Central Asian Shepherd Dog
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General Details
Scottish Deerhound
Central Asian Shepherd Dog
Breed Type
Purebred
Purebred
Allergy Friendly
No
No
Lifespan
8-11 Years
12-15 Years
Height
28-32 Inches
24-31 Inches
Weight
75-110 Pounds
90-170 Pounds
Intelligence
Average
Average
History
Scottish Deerhound
Central Asian Shepherd Dog
Origin Country
United Kingdom
Russia
Origin Year
1600 AD
-2000 BC
Temperament
Scottish Deerhound
Central Asian Shepherd Dog
Overall Friendliness
Above Average
Below Average
Family Friendly
Above Average
None
Child Friendly
Above Average
Below Average
Pet Friendly
Below Average
Below Average
Stranger Friendly
Above Average
None
Personality
Scottish Deerhound
Central Asian Shepherd Dog
Traits
Affectionate
Loving
Stubborn
Affectionate
Aggressive
Stubborn
Willing to Please
Living Environment
Scottish Deerhound
Central Asian Shepherd Dog
Apartment
No
No
Indoor
Yes
No
Small Yard
Yes
No
Medium Yard
Yes
Yes
Large Yard
Yes
Yes
Temperature Tolerance
40-80 °F
20-70 °F
Barks/Howls
Above Average
Average
Exercise Needs
Scottish Deerhound
Central Asian Shepherd Dog
Energy Level
Medium
Medium to High
Exercise Required
Medium
High
Top Running Speed
35 MPH
24 MPH
Strength
Very High
Very High
Grooming Needs
Scottish Deerhound
Central Asian Shepherd Dog
Coat Maintenance
Medium
Medium
Shedding
Medium to High
High
Dander
Medium
Low
Drool
Medium
Medium
Instincts and Behavior
Breed Mentality
Scottish Deerhound
Central Asian Shepherd Dog
Dominant / Alpha
No
No
Family / Pack
Yes
No
Independent
No
Yes
Breed Focus
Scottish Deerhound
Central Asian Shepherd Dog
Distracted Easy
Yes
No
Focused & Patient
No
No
Breed Instincts
Scottish Deerhound
Central Asian Shepherd Dog
Aggression
Below Average
Average
Burrow / Digging
Below Average
Average
Chasing
Above Average
Average
Follow Commands
Below Average
Average
Fighting
Below Average
Above Average
Guarding
Below Average
Above Average
Herding
None
Average
Hunting
Above Average
Average
Protection
Below Average
Above Average
Remove Vermin
Below Average
Average
Sled Pulling
Below Average
Average
Watch / Guardian
Below Average
Above Average
Health Comparison
Lifespan
Scottish Deerhound
Central Asian Shepherd Dog
Average Lifespan
8-11 Years
12-15 Years
Health Concerns
Scottish Deerhound
Central Asian Shepherd Dog
Common Health Issues
Bloat
Allergies
Hypothyroidism
Osteosarcoma
Drug sensitivity
Dilated cardiomyopathy
Cystinuria
Factor VII deficiency
Hip dysplasia
Elbow dysplasia
Appearance Comparison
Coat
Scottish Deerhound
Central Asian Shepherd Dog
Coat Type
Fur
Fur or Hair
Coat Layering
Double
Double
Coat Texture
Scruffy
Rough
Straight
Wavy
Coat Length
Medium
Short to Medium
Coat Coloring
Scottish Deerhound
Central Asian Shepherd Dog
Breed Colors
Black
Black
Black Brindle
Black Brindle
Blue
Blue
Blue Gray
Blue Gray
Gray
Gray
Gray Brindle
Gray Brindle
Spotted
Spotted
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