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Name	Scottish Deerhound	Borzoi	Dachshund
Origins	Scotland	Russia Belarus	Germany
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Group	Hunting Dogs	Hunting Dogs	Hunting Dogs
Popularity Rank	168	102	13
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Other Names What other names do they have?	Deerhound	Barzoi Psovoi Russkaya Psovaya Borzaya Russian Wolfhound	Bassotto Sausage Dog Tekkel Tekkel Doxie Weenie Dog Worshond Teckel
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Scottish Deerhound vs Borzoi vs Dachshund breed type comparison:	Purebred	Purebred	Purebred

Scottish Deerhound vs Borzoi vs Dachshund Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which is bigger, Scottish Deerhound or Borzoi or Dachshund? Which is the smallest dog, Scottish Deerhound or Borzoi or Dachshund?	Giant	Large Giant	Small
Weight Which is heavier, Scottish Deerhound or Borzoi or Borzoi? Scottish Deerhound vs Borzoi vs Dachshund weight comparison:	75-110 pounds (34-50 kg)	Male: 75-105 pounds (34-48 kg), Female: 60-90 pounds (27-41kg)	Toy: 8-11 pounds (3.5-5.0 kg)Standard: 16-32 pounds (7-15 kg), Miniature: 12 pounds (5.5 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	92.5 pounds (42 kg)	Male: 90 pounds (41 kg), Female: 75 pounds (34 kg)	Toy: 9.5 pounds (3.5-5.0 kg)Standard: 24 pounds (11 kg), Miniature: 12 pounds (5.5 kg)
Height Which is taller, Scottish Deerhound or Borzoi or Dachshund? Scottish Deerhound vs Borzoi vs Dachshund height comparison:	28-32 inches (71-81 cm)	Male: 28 inches (71 cm), Female: 26 inches (66 cm)	Toy: 12 inches (30 cm)Standard: 8-11 inches (20-27 cm), Miniature: 5-7 inches (13-18 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	30 inches (76 cm)	Male: 28 inches (71 cm), Female: 26 inches (66 cm)	Toy: 12 inches (30 cm)Standard: 9.5 inches (23.5 cm), Miniature: 6 inches (15.5 cm)

Scottish Deerhound vs Borzoi vs Dachshund Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, Scottish Deerhound or Borzoi or Dachshund? Which is more expensive?	$1000-$1200	$1000-$1200	$500-$700
Availability Which is easier to get, Scottish Deerhound or Borzoi or Dachshund?	Frequent: The Scottish Deerhound is easier than average to get.	Frequent: The Borzoi is easier than average to get.	Very frequent: The Dachshund is quite easy to get.

Scottish Deerhound vs Borzoi vs Dachshund Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Scottish Deerhound vs Borzoi vs Dachshund intelligence:	Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it. See more.	Low: The Borzoi is one of the dog breeds that have the lowest degree of obedience intelligence. See more.	Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it. See more.
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Trainability Scottish Deerhound vs Borzoi vs Dachshund trainability comparison.	Scottish Deerhound dogs are quite easy to train. See more.	Borzoi dogs are easy to train. See more.	Dachshund dogs are easy to train. See more.
Least Obedient Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Easy To Train
Watchdog Ability Which is the better watchdog: Scottish Deerhound or Borzoi or Dachshund?	Scottish Deerhound dogs are not the best choice if you want a good watchdog. See more.	Borzoi dogs are not the best choice if you want a good watchdog. See more.	Dachshund dogs are average watchdogs. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog Scottish Deerhound or Borzoi or Dachshund? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?	Scottish Deerhound dogs can't provide protection for their territory. See more.	Borzoi dogs can't provide protection for their territory. See more.	Dachshund dogs are average defenders. See more.
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Scottish Deerhound vs Borzoi vs Dachshund Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Scottish Deerhound or Borzoi or Dachshund? Scottish Deerhound vs Borzoi vs Dachshund behavior/temperament comparison:	Dignified Friendly Docile Gentle Polite Still	Independent Intelligent Gentle Quiet Athletic Respectful	Playful Stubborn Courageous Devoted Lively Clever
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?	Scottish Deerhound dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed. See more.	Sensitive: Borzoi dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits. See more.	They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.
Most Sensitive Dog Breeds		Less Sensitive Dog Breeds
Affection Level Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Scottish Deerhound vs Borzoi vs Dachshund?	High: Scottish Deerhound dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	Average: Borzoi dogs are average dogs regarding their affection level. See more.	High: Dachshund dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.
Most Affectionate Dog Breeds
Social Needs Scottish Deerhound vs Borzoi vs Dachshund social needs comparison:	Scottish Deerhound dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.	Borzoi dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.	Dachshund dogs are a social breed. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?	The wanderlust potential of the Scottish Deerhound is strong enough to escape from home. See more.	The wanderlust potential of the Borzoi is strong enough to escape from home. See more.	Dachshund dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world. See more.
Prey Drive Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?	Scottish Deerhound dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something. See more.	Borzoi dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something. See more.	Dachshund dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something. See more.
Dog Breeds With Low Prey Drive		Dog Breeds With High Prey Drive

Scottish Deerhound vs Borzoi vs Dachshund Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness Scottish Deerhound vs Borzoi vs Dachshund playfulness comparison:	Average: Scottish Deerhounds, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.	Average: Borzois, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.	Average: Dachshunds, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.
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Barking Which dog barks more/less: Scottish Deerhound vs Borzoi vs Dachshund?	Low: The Scottish Deerhound barks none to minimal. See more.	Low: The Borzoi barks none to minimal. See more.	A lot: Dachshund is a particularly loud breed. See more.
Quiet Dog Breeds That Don't Bark		Dog Breeds That Bark The Most
Apartment Friendly Which dog is more apartment friendly Scottish Deerhound or Borzoi or Dachshund?	Very house-friendly dog the Scottish Deerhound breed.	It is not the best choice if you want to keep them indoors, however, with careful exercise and several walks a day, they will tolerate the indoor environment, so it is possible to keep Borzoi indoors.	Apartment-friendly dog the Dachshund breed.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

Scottish Deerhound vs Borzoi vs Dachshund Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Adaptability Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?	Average: Scottish Deerhound dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.	Average: Borzoi dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.	Dachshund dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Tolerates Being Left Alone Which dog can be left alone: Scottish Deerhound or Borzoi or Dachshund?	Scottish Deerhound dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.	Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.	Dachshund dogs do best when a family member is at home during the day or if their workplace is dog-friendly so they can take the dog at work.

Scottish Deerhound vs Borzoi vs Dachshund Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI Which bite is stronger: Scottish Deerhound or Borzoi or Dachshund?	Above 400 PSI 🔼 Scottish Deerhound bite force: The Strongest.	Above 400 PSI 🔼 Borzoi bite force: The Strongest.	Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽 Dachshund bite force: Weak.
Dog Breeds With The Lowest Bite Force		Dog Breeds With the Strongest Bite Force
Biting Potential Which breed of dog is most likely to bite? Biting potential comparison:	Low 🔽 The Scottish Deerhound has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Borzoi has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Dachshund has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness Which is the better dog? Scottish Deerhound vs Borzoi vs Dachshund mouthiness comparison:	Scottish Deerhound dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Borzoi dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Dachshund dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.

Scottish Deerhound vs Borzoi vs Dachshund Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues Scottish Deerhound vs Borzoi vs Dachshund health comparison. Which is the healthier: Scottish Deerhound vs Borzoi vs Dachshund?	Very healthy dog breed.	The Borzoi is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	The Dachshund is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
Healthiest Dog Breeds
Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Scottish Deerhound vs Borzoi vs Dachshund? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Scottish Deerhound vs Borzoi vs Dachshund health problems comparison:	Allergies Hypothyroidism Bloat Factor Vii Deficiency Drug Sensitivity Cystinuria Osteosarcoma Dilated Cardiomyopathy	Hip Dysplasia Patellar Luxation Bloat Heart Problems Elbow Dysplasia Anesthesia Sensitivity Osteochondrosis Dissecans Dental Problems Thyroid Disorder	Legg-perthes Disease Cancer Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Bloat Epilepsy Deafness Intervertebral Disk Disease Elbow Dysplasia Demodectic Mange Mitral Valve Disease Cushing's Syndrome Acanthosis Nigricans Baldness Canine Diabetes Mellitus Lymphocytic Thyroiditis Narcolepsy
Veterinarian Visits Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?	Rare The Scottish Deerhound should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).	Average The Borzoi should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.	Average The Dachshund should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Longest Living Dog Breeds
Life Expectancy Scottish Deerhound vs Borzoi vs Dachshund lifespan comparison. How long do Scottish Deerhound, Borzoi and Dachshund breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?	8-10 years The average lifespan of Scottish Deerhound: 9 years	10-12 years The average lifespan of Borzoi: 11 years	11-15 years The average lifespan of Dachshund: 13 years
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Weather and Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Scottish Deerhound vs Borzoi vs Dachshund?	Prefers average to cold weather conditions The Scottish Deerhound can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog. See more.	Prefers average to cold weather conditions The Borzoi can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog. See more.	Prefers warm weather Dogs that prefer warm weather conditions are typically breeds that were originally bred in warmer climates. See more.

Scottish Deerhound vs Borzoi vs Dachshund Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level Who has more energy a Scottish Deerhound or Borzoi or Dachshund? Scottish Deerhound vs Borzoi vs Dachshund energy level comparison:	Scottish Deerhound dogs are high-energy dogs.	Borzoi dogs have a lower energy level than other dogs.	Dachshund dogs have an average energy level, so if you live a semi-active life, this breed can be a good choice for you.
Low-Energy Dog Breeds		High-Energy Dog Breeds
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need Scottish Deerhound vs Borzoi vs Dachshund exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Scottish Deerhound or Borzoi or Dachshund? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	Scottish Deerhound dogs have an average exercise need.	Borzoi dogs have an average exercise need.	Dachshund dogs have an average exercise need.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: Scottish Deerhound or Borzoi or Dachshund?	Scottish Deerhound dogs don't need too much sleep.	Borzoi dogs like sleeping so they do sleep a lot.	Dachshund dogs sleep 12-14 hours a day as an average dog and they're not considered a lazy breed.
Dog Breeds That Sleep A Lot

Scottish Deerhound vs Borzoi vs Dachshund Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: Scottish Deerhound or Borzoi or Dachshund?	4 to 5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	4 to 7 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	1 to 1.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.
Dog Breeds That Eat A Lot
Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity Which dog breed is more prone to obesity? Scottish Deerhound vs Borzoi vs Dachshund weight gain potential comparison:	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Scottish Deerhound's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.	Low to Average: The Borzoi has a low to the average risk for obesity. See more.	High: The Dachshund breed has a strong tendency to be overweight. See more.
Dog Breeds Prone To Obesity

Scottish Deerhound vs Borzoi vs Dachshund Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? Scottish Deerhound vs Borzoi vs Dachshund coat comparison:	Wiry	Feathered	Fine
Colors What are the original Scottish Deerhound, Borzoi and Dachshund color?	Gray Blue Brindle	Black Red Cream White Sable Brindle	Black Tan Red Blue White Silver Brown
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, Scottish Deerhound or Borzoi or Dachshund? Scottish Deerhound vs Borzoi vs Dachshund grooming comparison:	Easy to groom: The Scottish Deerhound doesn't require a lot of grooming. See more.	Advanced: The Borzoi requires a lot of grooming. See more.	Easy to groom: The Dachshund doesn't require a lot of grooming. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Shedding Level Who sheds more Scottish Deerhound or Borzoi or Dachshund? Scottish Deerhound or Borzoi or {name3 shedding:	Scottish Deerhound dogs shed moderately. See more.	Borzoi dogs are heavy shedders. See more.	Dachshund dogs shed none to minimal. See more.
Low-Shedding Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Shed The Most
Bath Time / Bathing Frequency Which dog should be bathed more: Scottish Deerhound or Borzoi or Dachshund?	8-12 weeks Very rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one. See more.	6-8 weeks Rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one. See more.	3-4 weeks More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds. See more.
Hypoallergenic Scottish Deerhound vs Borzoi vs Dachshund hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?	No See more.	No See more.	No See more.
Hypoallergenic Dog Breeds
Stinkiness Which dog breed smells the least? Which dog smells the most? Which is best, Scottish Deerhound vs Borzoi vs Dachshund?	Medium ⏺ The Scottish Deerhound has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Borzoi has an average chance of bad smell.	Low 🔽 The Dachshund has a low chance of bad smell.
Drooling Tendency Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least?	The Scottish Deerhound is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Borzoi is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Dachshund is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.

Scottish Deerhound vs Borzoi vs Dachshund Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	Scottish Deerhound dogs usually don’t get on well with other pets.	Borzoi dogs do best when they’re the only pet at the family.	Dachshund dogs are generally with other pets.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Scottish Deerhound or Borzoi or Dachshund? Which dog is more friendly?	Scottish Deerhound dogs are very stranger-friendly dogs.	Borzoi dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.	Dachshund dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.
Dog Breeds That Are Aloof With Strangers		Dog Breeds That Are Friendly To Strangers
Child Friendly Which dog is more child/kid friendly Scottish Deerhound or Borzoi or Dachshund?	Scottish Deerhound dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.	Borzoi dogs are not the most kid-friendly dogs.	Dachshund dogs are not the most kid-friendly dogs.
Kid-Friendly Dog Breeds
Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Scottish Deerhound or Borzoi or Dachshund?	Scottish Deerhound dogs are not the most cat-friendly dogs.	Borzoi dogs are not cat-friendly dogs.	Dachshund dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Dog Breeds That Get Along Well With Cats
Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly Scottish Deerhound or Borzoi or Dachshund?	Scottish Deerhound dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.	Borzoi dogs are not dog-friendly.	Dachshund dogs are not the most dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Scottish Deerhound vs Borzoi vs Dachshund?	Yes Scottish Deerhound dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Borzoi dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Dachshund dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Office Friendly Which one fits better in the office?	Yes Scottish Deerhound is one of the best dog breeds for office environment	No Borzoi is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Dachshund is not the best dog breed for office environment.
Senior Citizens Friendly Which dog is good for elderly people?	Scottish Deerhounds are one of the best breeds for elderly people.	Borzois are not the best breed for elderly people.	Dachshunds are not the best breed for elderly people.

Scottish Deerhound vs Borzoi vs Dachshund As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog Which one could be a service dog?	Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. See more.	Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. See more.	Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. See more.
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Therapy Dog Which one could be a therapy dog: Scottish Deerhound or Borzoi or Dachshund? Which is better for autism?	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.	Yes This breed makes a perfect therapy dog. See more.
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Detection Dog or Sniffer Dog Which one could be a detection/sniffer dog?	Not really They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases.	Not really They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases.	Yes After proper training, they can excel at this kind of work.
Search and Rescue Dog (SAR) Which one could be a search and rescue dog?	Not really This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog.	Not really This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog.	Not really This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog.
Boat and Sailor Dog Which one could be a boat dog: Scottish Deerhound vs Borzoi vs Dachshund?	Not really Scottish Deerhound breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Borzoi breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Dachshund breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.
Cart Pulling or Drafting Dog Which one could be a cart pulling or drafting dog?	Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. See more.	Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. See more.	Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. See more.
Fighting Dog / Military Dog	Not really In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.	Not really In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.	Not really In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.

Scottish Deerhound vs Borzoi vs Dachshund Reproducibility Comparison

Gestation Length	60-64 days See more.	60-64 days See more.	60-64 days See more.
Litter Frequency	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.
Litter Size How many puppies can Scottish Deerhound and Borzoi and Dachshund have?	4-8 puppies	1-11 puppies	4-8 puppies
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Scottish Deerhound vs Borzoi vs Dachshund Recognition Comparison

AKC Group Which dog is recognized by the AKC?	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1886 as a Hound breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1891 as a Hound breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1885 as a Hound breed.
FCI Group Which dog is recognized by the FCI?	Recognized by FCI in the Sighthounds group, in the Rough-haired Sighthounds section.	Recognized by FCI in the Sighthounds group, in the Long-haired or fringed Sighthounds section.	Recognized by FCI in the Dachshunds group, in the section.
Breed Recognition What other organizations and kennel clubs recognize these dog breeds?	American Canine Registry American Kennel Club America's Pet Registry Canadian Kennel Club Dog Registry of America Inc. Federation Cynologique Internationale Kennel Club of Great Britain North American Purebred Registry, Inc. American Canine Association, Inc. Australian National Kennel Council Continental Kennel Club National Kennel Club New Zealand Kennel Club United Kennel Club	No data available	American Canine Registry American Kennel Club America's Pet Registry Canadian Kennel Club Dog Registry of America Inc. Federation Cynologique Internationale Kennel Club of Great Britain North American Purebred Registry, Inc. American Canine Association, Inc. Australian National Kennel Council Continental Kennel Club National Kennel Club New Zealand Kennel Club United Kennel Club Canadian Canine Registry

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