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

Clownish
Intelligent
Patient
Independent
Loyal
Protective
Brave
Fearless
Self-Confident
Faithful
Dependable

United States

Tibet

Old English Sheepdog, Scottish Deerhound

shepherding dog

2000's

1300s

Brown
Amber

Brown

Black

Black

Gray
White
Blue
Black

White

Old Deerhound Sheepdogs are known for their coat length.

Kuvaszs have medium-length coats.

Straight

Wavy

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.

A Kuvasz can have a litter of 10-12 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.

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

Hip Dysplasia
Gastric Dilation Volvulus
Dilated Cardiomyopathy (DCM)

Hip Dysplasia
Congenital Heart Defect

Entropion
Deafness
Demodicosis
Progressive Retinal Atrophy
Cataracts
Retinal Dysplasia
Cerebellar Abiotrophy
Diabetes
Microphthalmia
Tricuspid Valve Dysplasia
Thrombocytopenia
Cervical Vertebral Instability
Cryptorchidism
Immune Mediated Haemolytic Anaemia (IMHA)
Osteochondrodysplasia

Hypertrophic Osteodystrophy
Osteochondritis Dissecans

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

Hip
Heart
Skeletal
X-Rays
Physical Examination

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

Kuvasz has average social needs and is less independent than other breeds.

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

Kuvaszs need high physical activity and are ideal for active individuals, but not suitable for sedentary lifestyles or small apartments.

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

Kuvaszs 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.

Kuvaszs 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 Kuvasz, it's at least 12 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 Kuvaszs 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.

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 Kuvasz is a low-maintenance breed that doesn't require much grooming.

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

Kuvasz 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

The average cost of an Old Deerhound Sheepdog is somewhere $2.10 - $2.70 per day.

The average cost of a Kuvasz is somewhere $2.80 - $3.20 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 a Kuvasz is between $84 - $95. This makes an average of $1008 - $1140 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.

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

This breed is sensitive and requires gentle handling and a calm home environment.

This breed is sensitive to its environment and best suited for patient and understanding families with a consistent routine.

The Old Deerhound Sheepdog is a great apartment dog, thriving with sufficient exercise and time outside as part of their daily routine.

The Kuvasz is not suitable for apartments and requires a large yard to thrive. Pent-up energy in small spaces can lead to destructive behavior.

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

Kuvaszs are good with kids if socialized and trained from a young age.

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

Kuvaszs are average in their friendliness towards other dogs, and socialization can help.

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

Kuvaszs are quick to announce strangers and can be standoffish or suspicious.

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

Kuvaszs 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.

Kuvaszs may require more time and patience to learn commands, but with consistency, they can be trained.