The Deerhound, also known as Scottish Deerhound, is a large, rough-coated breed that is often described as tall, graceful and very hairy. They are related to the Greyhound and originated in the north of Scotland, where they were often referred to as the "Royal Dog of Scotland" because at one point in history they were only allowed to be kept by royalty and nobility. Sadly, the breed is currently one of the UK"s native dogs on Kennel Club"s vulnerable list.
Read our Deerhound Buying Advice page for information on this dog breed.


Yes, the Irish Wolfhound is generally larger than the Scottish Deerhound. The Scottish Deerhound typically stands around 30 to 32 inches tall and weighs between 85 to 110 pounds, while the Irish Wolfhound is the largest dog breed overall, surpassing the Deerhound in both size and weight.