Unfortunately, the Old Deerhound Sheepdog is not hypoallergenic, making it not a good choice for a dog lover who suffers from pet allergies.

While no dogs are truly 100% hypoallergenic, Italian Tzus are about as close as it gets, making them an ideal pet if you are an allergy sufferer.

Playful
Funny
Loving
Dignified
Protective
Intelligent
Friendly
Docile
Gentle
Sociable
Adaptable
Bubbly
Polite
Still

Active
Playful
Happy
Agile
Courageous
Intelligent
Friendly
Outgoing
Affectionate
Lively
Gentle
Companionable
Athletic
Mischievous

Old Deerhound Sheepdogs are heavy shedders, but regular brushing can help manage shedding and promote a healthy coat.

Italian Tzus shed very little hair, making them a great choice for those who dislike excess hair in the house.

Choose an Old Deerhound Sheepdog if you want a top-notch watchdog. This breed takes guarding seriously, and may not require much training, though obedience or guard dog training can improve their skills.

Avoid Italian Tzus as watchdogs - they're not effective.

United States

United States

Old English Sheepdog, Scottish Deerhound

Italian Greyhound, Shih Tzu

DRA = Dog Registry of America, Inc.

ACHC = American Canine Hybrid Club
DRA = Dog Registry of America, Inc.

2000's

Unknown

Brown
Amber

Brown

Black

Black

Gray
White
Blue
Black

White
Pied

Old Deerhound Sheepdogs are known for their coat length.

Italian Tzus have medium-length coats.

An Old Deerhound Sheepdog can have a litter of 5-8 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.

An Italian Tzu can have a litter of 2-5 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.

Old Deerhound Sheepdogs are known for their adaptability and can adjust well to different environments and lifestyle changes.

Italian Tzus are highly adaptable and versatile, making them excellent companions for families and individuals of all lifestyles.

Old Deerhound Sheepdogs typically have low vet costs due to their good health, but it's important to monitor their health and seek vet care when necessary.

While the Italian Tzu breed is generally healthy, occasional vet check-ups are still necessary to address any health concerns.

Hip Dysplasia
Gastric Dilation Volvulus
Dilated Cardiomyopathy (DCM)

Patellar Luxation
Hip Dysplasia
Epilepsy
Leg Fractures
Progressive Retinal Atrophy (PRA)
Reverse Sneezing

Dna For Pra
Eye examination
Blood Work
Hearing Tests
Complete Physical Examination
MRI scan of the spinal cord and brain
Heart Testing

Hip X-Rays
Eye Examination
Full Physical Examination regarding joint movement around the hip and kneecap

Old Deerhound Sheepdogs' high energy levels make them unsuitable for a low-key dog, choose accordingly.

Italian Tzus are a good choice for a low-key lifestyle due to their low energy levels.

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

Italian Tzu has above average social needs and thrives with interaction with humans and other dogs.

Old Deerhound Sheepdogs require significant physical activity and suit those with an active lifestyle.

Italian Tzus need only a small amount of physical activity, ideal for busy or elderly people or those with limited space.

Old Deerhound Sheepdogs sleep less than other breeds but still need adequate sleep for good health.

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

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

Italian Tzus bark moderately when necessary and may also bark due to certain triggers like fear, alarm, boredom, greeting, separation anxiety and compulsive barking.

Old Deerhound Sheepdogs are high-energy dogs. They need mental as well as physical exercise. These dogs require a lot of your involvement and without it they can, and will, become problematic dogs.

Italian Tzus are medium-energy dogs and typically enjoy socializing and playing casual or even sustained games of chase with other dogs. They may also have occasional periods of barking or racing around the house.

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Old Deerhound Sheepdog, it's at least 16 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 Italian Tzu, it's at least 7 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

In general most Old Deerhound Sheepdogs usually need at least 180 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 Italian Tzus usually need at least 30 minutes of exercise daily. This can be spread across the day and include all sorts of high-energy activities, like walking, running and playing.

Old Deerhound Sheepdogs require significant grooming, including regular trims and professional grooming assistance to maintain their coat. They may also require frequent bathing to keep their coat and skin healthy.

The Italian Tzu requires an average amount of grooming compared to other breeds.

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

Italian Tzu 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
Dematter
Scissors
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Slicker Brush
Nail Clipper

For an average 75-100 pound (34 - 45 kg) Old Deerhound Sheepdog 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 10-16 pound (5 - 7 kg) Italian Tzu feed 1 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 an Old Deerhound Sheepdog is somewhere $2.10 - $2.70 per day.

The average cost of an Italian Tzu is somewhere $1.10 - $1.40 per day.

The average per month expenses of an Old Deerhound Sheepdog 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 an Italian Tzu is between $28 - $42. This makes an average of $336 - $504 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.

Old Deerhound Sheepdog has below average obedience intelligence, but they excel in understanding human emotions.

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

Old Deerhound Sheepdogs make excellent family pets for kids due to their gentle, protective nature and calm temperament.

Italian Tzus are not the best choice for families with kids.

Old Deerhound Sheepdogs are average in their friendliness toward cats and tend to do well with them, especially if raised together.

Italian Tzus are good with cats, but early training is needed to prevent chasing behavior.

Old Deerhound Sheepdogs are generally very friendly towards other dogs, with a happy and affectionate temperament.

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

Old Deerhound Sheepdogs are friendly but may bark at strangers, and training is easy due to their intelligence.

Italian Tzus are averagely friendly around strangers but benefit from early socialisation.

Old Deerhound Sheepdogs are a playful breed that needs daily playtime to be happy.

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

Old Deerhound Sheepdogs are popular for their ease of training and quick learning ability.

Italian Tzus are usually easy to train but require consistency to fully obey commands.