Scottish Deerhound Gifts

Our website contains a great range of Scottish Deerhound products for every Scottish Deerhound owner and Scottish Deerhound lover. The products we have available include Scottish Deerhound Throws, Scottish Deerhound Cushions and Scottish Deerhound Shoulder Bags.

The Scottish Deerhound shoulder bags are constructed of high quality, 100% natural cotton. Measuring 17" wide by 17" tall with two black canvas straps, the bag can hold an array of items.

The Scottish Deerhound Cushions are again made from 100% natural cotton and measure 17" by 17". The cushion pad (inner) complies with the furniture and furnishings regulations 1988 and is removable.

The Scottish Deerhound throws measure 54 inches by 54 Inches and are made from 100% all natural high-quality cotton.

All our Scottish Deerhound merchandise is manufactured to the highest standards and can be purchased with the knowledge that we offer a full money back guarantee if not completely satisfied with your purchase.

Scottish Deerhound Products Currently Available

Scottish Deerhound Shoulder Bag http://www.abentleycushions.co.uk/detail.asp?pID=2339

Scottish Deerhound Throw http://www.abentleycushions.co.uk/detail.asp?pID=903

Scottish Deerhound Tapestry Cushion http://www.abentleycushions.co.uk/detail.asp?pID=2532

Scottish Deerhound Tapestry Wall Hanging http://www.abentleycushions.co.uk/detail.asp?pID=1087

General Information On Scottish Deerhounds

Shaggy haired hounds have been known to exist in Scotland since before the 16th century. It is thought that short-coated hounds were introduced to Britain before the Roman invasion. When these hunting dogs were used in the Scottish Highlands they were at a disadvantage because of their short coats. These hounds were then probably crossed with native hairy-coated dogs to get the Deerhound. They were used, in packs, by the Scottish Chieftans to hunt deer and had to be strong enough to pull a stag to the ground. When guns were introduced and the forests began to be cut down in the early 1700's these dogs were no longer needed. Some were still kept but they did not become popular again until the 1830's. They have not changed in appearance very much over the centuries and are still relatively few in number today.

The Deerhound is an intelligent dog that will learn quickly what is wanted and expected of it. They are obedient and eager to please and will acknowledge gentle and calm commands.

The Deerhound should have a long head, broad at the ears and tapering to the eyes, the muzzle tapers to the nose. The jaws should be strong and have a complete scissor bite. The eyes should be full and dark in colour with a soft look. The ears should be high set, small in size, folded back and semi erect. The neck should be very strong and quite long. The chest should be deep but not too narrow. The front legs should straight, broad and flat, the back legs should be broad, long and powerful. The feet should be firm and well knuckled. The tail should be long, slightly curved and be well covered with hair. It should almost reach the ground but should never be carried above the back. The coat should be shaggy but never woolly. The hair on the head, chest and stomach should be much softer than the hair on the body, neck and legs. The colours desired are self-colours in dark blue/grey, dark or light grey, brindle and yellow, sandy/red or red/fawn. Some white is allowed on the chest and toes, the less white the better.