Deerhound

gentle, noble, athletic

30,200

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Country of origin: Great Britain
Breed group: Sighthounds - Group 10 (FCI); Hound Group (AKC, KC)

Size: very large
Coat: wiry
Colour: black, brindled, grey
Life expectancy: 8-11 years

Noble, gentle and dignified giant of calm nature who enjoys to play in the garden and the company of breed mates.

Queen Victoria and Prince Albert bred Deerhounds and used them when stalking red deer in the highlands of Scotland.

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