Scottish Deerhound vs Teacup Poodle

Compare the Scottish Deerhound to the Teacup Poodle. Use the tool below to compare temperament, size, personality, maintenance requirements, and everything else between Scottish Deerhounds and Teacup Poodles.

Scottish Deerhound vs Teacup Poodle
Scottish Deerhound
Teacup Poodle
Scottish Deerhound
Teacup Poodle
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General Details
Scottish Deerhound
Teacup Poodle
Breed Type
Purebred
Purebred
Allergy Friendly
No
Yes
Lifespan
8-11 Years
8-15 Years
Height
28-32 Inches
6-8 Inches
Weight
75-110 Pounds
2-5 Pounds
Intelligence
Average
Above Average
History
Scottish Deerhound
Teacup Poodle
Origin Country
United Kingdom
United Kingdom
Origin Year
1600 AD
1700 AD
Temperament
Scottish Deerhound
Teacup Poodle
Overall Friendliness
Above Average
Above Average
Family Friendly
Above Average
Above Average
Child Friendly
Above Average
Below Average
Pet Friendly
Below Average
None
Stranger Friendly
Above Average
Average
Personality
Scottish Deerhound
Teacup Poodle
Traits
Affectionate
Loving
Stubborn
Affectionate
Aggressive
Jealous
Loving
Needy
Separation Anxiety
Snuggle
Stubborn
Living Environment
Scottish Deerhound
Teacup Poodle
Apartment
No
Yes
Indoor
Yes
Yes
Small Yard
Yes
No
Medium Yard
Yes
No
Large Yard
Yes
No
Temperature Tolerance
40-80 °F
55-80 °F
Barks/Howls
Above Average
Average
Exercise Needs
Scottish Deerhound
Teacup Poodle
Energy Level
Medium
Medium
Exercise Required
Medium
Low
Top Running Speed
35 MPH
12 MPH
Strength
Very High
Low
Grooming Needs
Scottish Deerhound
Teacup Poodle
Coat Maintenance
Medium
High
Shedding
Medium to High
None
Dander
Medium
None
Drool
Medium
None
Instincts and Behavior
Breed Mentality
Scottish Deerhound
Teacup Poodle
Dominant / Alpha
No
No
Family / Pack
Yes
Yes
Independent
No
No
Breed Focus
Scottish Deerhound
Teacup Poodle
Distracted Easy
Yes
No
Focused & Patient
No
Yes
Breed Instincts
Scottish Deerhound
Teacup Poodle
Aggression
Below Average
None
Burrow / Digging
Below Average
None
Chasing
Above Average
Below Average
Follow Commands
Below Average
Below Average
Fighting
Below Average
Below Average
Guarding
Below Average
Below Average
Herding
None
None
Hunting
Above Average
Below Average
Protection
Below Average
None
Remove Vermin
Below Average
None
Sled Pulling
Below Average
None
Watch / Guardian
Below Average
Average
Health Comparison
Lifespan
Scottish Deerhound
Teacup Poodle
Average Lifespan
8-11 Years
8-15 Years
Health Concerns
Scottish Deerhound
Teacup Poodle
Common Health Issues
Bloat
Allergies
Hypothyroidism
Osteosarcoma
Drug sensitivity
Dilated cardiomyopathy
Cystinuria
Factor VII deficiency
Ear infections
Heart murmurs
Stifle Luxation
Progressive retinal atrophy
Epilepsy
Canine diabetes mellitus
Autoimmune hemolytic anemia
Skin allergies
Appearance Comparison
Coat
Scottish Deerhound
Teacup Poodle
Coat Type
Fur
Hair
Coat Layering
Double
Single
Coat Texture
Scruffy
Rough
Wavy
Coat Length
Medium
Medium to Long
Coat Coloring
Scottish Deerhound
Teacup Poodle
Breed Colors
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