Loving
Independent
Intelligent
Confident
Friendly
Affectionate
Reliable
Devoted
Kind
Reserved
Trustworthy
Suspicious

Dignified
Friendly
Polite
Docile
Gentle
Still

Golden Peis are low shedding dogs, requiring minimal coat care.

Scottish Deerhounds are moderate shedders, but regular brushing can reduce shedding and maintain coat health.

Golden Peis are decent watchdogs - they'll alert their owner if something seems amiss.

Avoid Scottish Deerhounds as watchdogs - they're not effective.

United States

Scotland

Chinese Shar-Pei, Golden Retriever

sighthound, greyhound

ACHC = American Canine Hybrid Club
DDKC = Designer Dogs Kennel Club
DRA = Dog Registry of America, Inc.
IDCR = International Designer Canine Registry®

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

1900s

middle ages

Brown

Hazel
Brown

Black

Blue
Black

Cream
Red
White
Brown
Black

Fawn
Brindle
Red
Blue
Gray

Golden Peis have coats that can be either short or medium in length.

Scottish Deerhounds have medium-length coats.

Straight

Wiry

A Golden Pei can have a litter of 5-10 puppies on average. However, it's worth noting that the size of the litters can vary greatly. Factors that can influence litter size include the health of the mother, breeding history, and genetics.

A Scottish Deerhound can have a litter of 8-10 puppies on average. However, it's worth noting that the size of the litters can vary greatly. Factors that can influence litter size include the health of the mother, breeding history, and genetics.

Golden Peis are known for their adaptability and can adjust well to different environments and lifestyle changes.

Scottish Deerhounds have average adaptability to changes in lifestyle and living environments compared to other breeds.

OCD
Epilepsy
Hypothyroidism
vonWillebrand’s Disease

Gastric Torsion
Osteosarcoma
Anesthesia Sensitivity/Allergy

Patellar Luxation
Bloat

Cardiomyopathy
Allergies

Dna For Vwd
Allergy Tests
Full Physical Examination
Thyroid Testing

Cardiac
Blood Test
X-Rays
Physical Examination
Allergy Tests

Golden Peis' high energy levels make them unsuitable for a low-key dog, choose accordingly.

Scottish Deerhounds thrive on an active lifestyle due to their high-energy nature.

Golden Pei has above average social needs and thrives with interaction with humans and other dogs.

Scottish Deerhound has very high social needs and requires regular mental and physical stimulation, a job or purpose, and companionship.

Golden Peis require significant physical activity and suit those with an active lifestyle.

Scottish Deerhounds need moderate physical activity and are great for families and active individuals.

Golden Peis have moderate energy levels and typical sleep patterns of 12-14 hours per day.

Scottish Deerhounds are active and require sufficient sleep to stay healthy.

Golden Pei dogs are generally less vocal than other breeds and only bark when necessary, such as to alert their owner or communicate.

Scottish Deerhounds are typically quiet and only bark when needed, such as to alert their owner or when in distress.

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Golden Pei, it's at least 11 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Scottish Deerhound, it's at least 9 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

In general most Golden Peis usually need at least 75 minutes of exercise daily. This can be spread across the day and include all sorts of high-energy activities, like walking, running and playing.

In general most Scottish Deerhounds usually need at least 60 minutes of exercise daily. This can be spread across the day and include all sorts of high-energy activities, like walking, running and playing.

The Golden Pei requires an average amount of grooming compared to other breeds.

The Scottish Deerhound has low grooming needs and is easy to maintain.

Ideally, Golden Pei should be brushed at least 2 or 3 times a week (preferably daily) improve shedding.

Scottish Deerhound should be brushed at least once a week. Of course you can give them more frequent brushes if you find that they are still shedding a lot

Pin Brush
Slicker Brush
Deshedder
Nail Clipper

Comb
Deshedder
Scissors
Nail Clipper

For an average 50-75 pound (23 - 34 kg) Golden Pei feed 3 cups daily. But, keep in mind, the amount you feed is going to be dependent on the quality of the food you are feeding.

For an average 85-110 pound (39 - 50 kg) Scottish Deerhound feed 3.8 cups daily. But, keep in mind, the amount you feed is going to be dependent on the quality of the food you are feeding.

The average cost of a Golden Pei is somewhere $2.10 - $2.70 per day.

The average cost of a Scottish Deerhound is somewhere $3.90 - $4.20 per day.

The average per month expenses of a Golden Pei is between $55 - $73. This makes an average of $660 - $876 per year. It will be on the higher side when the dog is still small because it will need more frequent visits to the vet, shots.

The average per month expenses of a Scottish Deerhound is between $112 - $126. This makes an average of $1344 - $1512 per year. It will be on the higher side when the dog is still small because it will need more frequent visits to the vet, shots.

Golden Pei is a very intelligent and trainable breed.

Scottish Deerhounds are average in obedience intelligence but have a high IQ and may cause trouble if left unsupervised.

Golden Peis are good apartment dogs as long as they get enough exercise and stimulation outside of the apartment.

Scottish Deerhounds make excellent apartment dogs, being fairly active indoors and not requiring a yard.

Golden Peis have an average level of friendliness towards children.

Scottish Deerhounds make excellent family pets for kids due to their gentle, protective nature and calm temperament.

Golden Peis are good with cats, but early training is needed to prevent chasing behavior.

Scottish Deerhounds are somewhat cat friendly and can be trained to get along with cats.

Golden Peis are friendly and active companions, and can be good family pets, though their friendliness towards other dogs may vary.

Scottish Deerhounds are generally very friendly towards other dogs, with a happy and affectionate temperament.

Golden Peis are averagely friendly around strangers but benefit from early socialisation.

Scottish Deerhounds are highly friendly around strangers.

Golden Peis are a playful breed that needs daily playtime to be happy.

Scottish Deerhounds have an average level of playfulness, enjoying playtime like most dogs but not excessively so.

Golden Peis are popular for their ease of training and quick learning ability.

Scottish Deerhounds are usually easy to train but require consistency to fully obey commands.