Stubborn
Independent
Energetic
Alert
Courageous
Intelligent
Confident
Friendly
Inquisitive
Bold
Cheerful

Dignified
Friendly
Polite
Docile
Gentle
Still

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

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

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

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

United States

Scotland

Patterdale Terrier, Jack Russell

sighthound, greyhound

DRA = Dog Registry of America, Inc.

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

Unknown

middle ages

Brown
Amber

Hazel
Brown

Black
Isabella

Blue
Black

Black
Brown
Red
Sable
Brindle
White

Fawn
Brindle
Red
Blue
Gray

Patterjacks have short coats.

Scottish Deerhounds have medium-length coats.

Straight

Wiry

A Patterjack can have a litter of 4-8 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 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.

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

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

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

The Scottish Deerhound breed is generally very healthy, requiring minimal vet visits. Still, it's important to keep an eye on their health and seek veterinary care when needed.

Patellar Luxation
Canine Hip Dysplasia
Glaucoma
Legg-Calve Perthes Disease

Gastric Torsion
Osteosarcoma
Anesthesia Sensitivity/Allergy

Ear Infections
Otitis Interna and Media

Cardiomyopathy
Allergies

Ophthalmic And Ear Exam
Regular Full Physical Examination By Veterinarian
Ear Tests and Myringotomy Tests
MRI Scan
X-rays or other radiographic imaging

Cardiac
Blood Test
X-Rays
Physical Examination
Allergy Tests

Patterjacks' 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.

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

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

Patterjacks 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.

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

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

Patterjacks 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.

Scottish Deerhounds 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 Patterjack, it's at least 14 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 Patterjacks usually need at least 120 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.

Pin Brush
Comb
Deshedder
Nail Clipper

Comb
Deshedder
Scissors
Nail Clipper

For an average 12-16 pound (5 - 7 kg) Patterjack feed 2 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 Patterjack is somewhere $2.10 - $4.20 per day.

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

The average per month expenses of a Patterjack is between $42 - $49. This makes an average of $504 - $588 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.

Patterjack 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.

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

Scottish Deerhounds have average emotions and adapt well to different situations.

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

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

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

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

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

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

Patterjacks 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.

Patterjacks are averagely friendly around strangers but benefit from early socialisation.

Scottish Deerhounds are highly friendly around strangers.

Patterjacks 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.

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

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