Scottish Deerhound vs Slovak Rough-Haired Pointer

Compare the Scottish Deerhound to the Slovak Rough-Haired Pointer. Use the tool below to compare temperament, size, personality, maintenance requirements, and everything else between Scottish Deerhounds and Slovak Rough-Haired Pointers.

Scottish Deerhound vs Slovak Rough-Haired Pointer
Scottish Deerhound
Slovak Rough-Haired Pointer
Scottish Deerhound
Slovak Rough-Haired Pointer
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General Details
Scottish Deerhound
Slovak Rough-Haired Pointer
Breed Type
Purebred
Purebred
Allergy Friendly
No
Yes
Lifespan
8-11 Years
12-15 Years
Height
28-32 Inches
22½-27 Inches
Weight
75-110 Pounds
55-77 Pounds
Intelligence
Average
Above Average
History
Scottish Deerhound
Slovak Rough-Haired Pointer
Origin Country
United Kingdom
Slovakia
Origin Year
1600 AD
1950 AD
Temperament
Scottish Deerhound
Slovak Rough-Haired Pointer
Overall Friendliness
Above Average
Average
Family Friendly
Above Average
Above Average
Child Friendly
Above Average
Average
Pet Friendly
Below Average
Average
Stranger Friendly
Above Average
Below Average
Personality
Scottish Deerhound
Slovak Rough-Haired Pointer
Traits
Affectionate
Loving
Stubborn
Affectionate
Willing to Please
Living Environment
Scottish Deerhound
Slovak Rough-Haired Pointer
Apartment
No
No
Indoor
Yes
Yes
Small Yard
Yes
Yes
Medium Yard
Yes
Yes
Large Yard
Yes
Yes
Temperature Tolerance
40-80 °F
30-70 °F
Barks/Howls
Above Average
Below Average
Exercise Needs
Scottish Deerhound
Slovak Rough-Haired Pointer
Energy Level
Medium
High
Exercise Required
Medium
High
Top Running Speed
35 MPH
24 MPH
Strength
Very High
High
Grooming Needs
Scottish Deerhound
Slovak Rough-Haired Pointer
Coat Maintenance
Medium
Medium to High
Shedding
Medium to High
None to Low
Dander
Medium
Low
Drool
Medium
Low to Medium
Instincts and Behavior
Breed Mentality
Scottish Deerhound
Slovak Rough-Haired Pointer
Dominant / Alpha
No
No
Family / Pack
Yes
Yes
Independent
No
No
Breed Focus
Scottish Deerhound
Slovak Rough-Haired Pointer
Distracted Easy
Yes
No
Focused & Patient
No
Yes
Breed Instincts
Scottish Deerhound
Slovak Rough-Haired Pointer
Aggression
Below Average
Below Average
Burrow / Digging
Below Average
Below Average
Chasing
Above Average
Average
Follow Commands
Below Average
Below Average
Fighting
Below Average
Below Average
Guarding
Below Average
Average
Herding
None
Below Average
Hunting
Above Average
Above Average
Protection
Below Average
Average
Remove Vermin
Below Average
Below Average
Sled Pulling
Below Average
None
Watch / Guardian
Below Average
Above Average
Health Comparison
Lifespan
Scottish Deerhound
Slovak Rough-Haired Pointer
Average Lifespan
8-11 Years
12-15 Years
Health Concerns
Scottish Deerhound
Slovak Rough-Haired Pointer
Common Health Issues
Bloat
Allergies
Hypothyroidism
Osteosarcoma
Drug sensitivity
Dilated cardiomyopathy
Cystinuria
Factor VII deficiency
Cancer
Hip dysplasia
Malocclusions
Idiopathic epilepsy
Westie jaw
Dental problems
Eye problems
Skin diseases
Autoimmune disorders
Underbite
Overbite
Discospondylitis
Metaphyseal osteopathy
Steroid responsive meningitis-arteritis
Appearance Comparison
Coat
Scottish Deerhound
Slovak Rough-Haired Pointer
Coat Type
Fur
Fur
Coat Layering
Double
Double
Wire
Coat Texture
Scruffy
Shaggy
Wavy
Coat Length
Medium
Medium
Coat Coloring
Scottish Deerhound
Slovak Rough-Haired Pointer
Breed Colors
Black
Black
Black Brindle
Black Brindle
Blue
Blue
Blue Gray
Blue Gray
Gray
Gray
Gray Brindle
Gray Brindle
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