How tall is a Scottish Deerhound?

An adult Scottish Deerhound stands about 31 inches at the shoulder (AKC mid-range, male). Females typically run 1–2 inches shorter, and individual variation within the breed is roughly ±2 inches.

Is a Scottish Deerhound considered a giant dog?

Yes — at 31" / 98 lb, the Scottish Deerhound falls into the giant-breed size class (shoulder height 28" and up). Out of 252 breeds catalogued, it ranks #4 tallest.

How does a Scottish Deerhound compare to a person?

At 31" tall, a Scottish Deerhound stands about 48% of the height of an average adult (5'4" / 64"). The chart on this page draws both silhouettes at the same pixel-per-inch scale so the proportion you see is the real ratio.

Scottish Deerhound Size Compared to a Person

A Scottish Deerhound stands 31″ at the shoulder and weighs about 98 lb — that puts it at 48% of the height of an average adult (5′4″ / 64″). Of the 252 breeds catalogued, it ranks #4 by shoulder height and falls into the giant-breed size class (Giant breeds, 28" and up).

Scottish Deerhound next to a person at scale — 31-inch shoulder height, 98 lb. Drawn by iDogNames. — Scottish Deerhound at 31″ / 98 lb, next to an average adult at 5′4″ / 135 lb. Drawn to AKC breed standards.

How a Scottish Deerhound compares

	Scottish Deerhound	Person	Difference
Shoulder height	31″	64″	-33″
Weight	98 lb	135 lb	-37 lb

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About the Scottish Deerhound

The Scottish Deerhound is a majestic and ancient sighthound, once the exclusive hunting companion of Scottish nobility. Bred to course the great red deer of the Scottish Highlands, this gentle giant is one of the tallest dog breeds, standing up to 32 inches at the shoulder with a wiry, weather-resistant coat and a dignified, noble bearing. Their long legs, deep chest, and elegant head give them an appearance of effortless grace and power.

Similar-size breeds

The 8 breeds in the Giant size class with shoulder height closest to the Scottish Deerhound.

Great Dane — 31″ / 158 lb (same height)
Great Pyrenees — 30″ / 100 lb (−1″ vs Scottish Deerhound)
Irish Wolfhound — 32″ / 120 lb (+1″ vs Scottish Deerhound)
Komondor — 30″ / 100 lb (−1″ vs Scottish Deerhound)
Leonberger — 30″ / 140 lb (−1″ vs Scottish Deerhound)
Mastiff — 30″ / 195 lb (−1″ vs Scottish Deerhound)
Spanish Mastiff — 32″ / 170 lb (+1″ vs Scottish Deerhound)
Anatolian Shepherd — 29″ / 130 lb (−2″ vs Scottish Deerhound)

Frequently asked

How tall is a Scottish Deerhound?: An adult Scottish Deerhound stands about 31 inches at the shoulder (AKC mid-range, male). Females typically run 1–2 inches shorter, and individual variation within the breed is roughly ±2 inches.
Is a Scottish Deerhound considered a giant dog?: Yes — at 31" / 98 lb, the Scottish Deerhound falls into the giant-breed size class (shoulder height 28" and up). Out of 252 breeds catalogued, it ranks #4 tallest.
How does a Scottish Deerhound compare to a person?: At 31" tall, a Scottish Deerhound stands about 48% of the height of an average adult (5'4" / 64"). The chart on this page draws both silhouettes at the same pixel-per-inch scale so the proportion you see is the real ratio.

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