Breed Comparison: Fila Brasileiro Versus Scottish Deerhound

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Fila Brasileiro Versus Scottish Deerhound: Introduction

Are you thinking of getting a new pet dog, and you have narrowed down your choices to the Fila Brasileiro and the Scottish Deerhound? Well, you have come to the right place. In this article, we will provide you a detailed comparison of these two dog breeds to help you decide which of the Fila Brasileiro and the Scottish Deerhound better suits you.

We will provide you a detailed discussion and comparison of dog attributes such as intelligence, price, general health, friendliness, etc, for both the Fila Brasileiro and the Scottish Deerhound.

Furthermore, we will let you know which one of the Fila Brasileiro and the Scottish Deerhound is better suited for new dog owners, for owners with kids, for owners that live in apartments, for owners with dog allergies, etc.

Importantly, we did some analysis and calculation and we obtained a number that we call the Better-Pet Score™ for both the Fila Brasileiro and for the Scottish Deerhound. The dog breed with the higher Better-Pet score is the `better` pet. We hope that these Better-Pet Scores will provide you more insight into deciding which pet to get between the Fila Brasileiro and the Scottish Deerhound.

Our only goal here is to help you make a well-thought-out decision on your next long-term companion, be it the Fila Brasileiro or the Scottish Deerhound

Fila Brasileiro versus Scottish Deerhound: Overview

Both the Fila Brasileiro and the Scottish Deerhound are similar in size. The Fila Brasileiro and the Scottish Deerhound are both giant-sized dogs.

Furthermore, the Fila Brasileiro belongs to the Working Dogs group. Working Dogs were developed to assist humans in some capacity – including pulling sleds and carts, guarding flocks, guarding homes, and protecting their families. Breeds in the Working Group are known for their imposing stature, strength, intelligence, and fearless. Because of their size and strength, working dogs require a structured home life and firm, fair, consistent training by someone who can provide leadership without resorting to anger or physical force.

On the other hand, the Scottish Deerhound belongs to the Hound Dogs group. Hound Dogs were bred to pursue and hunt warm-blooded animals. Hounds hunt by using their good sight or their good sense of smell. Dogs that belong to the Hound Group have strong prey drives and often will stop at nothing to catch what they are pursuing.

Fila Brasileiro versus Scottish Deerhound: Comparison Table

The table below compares the Fila Brasileiro to the Scottish Deerhound based on different important factors such as Price, Health, Kid-friendliness, etc.

When a dog breed scores higher for a factor than the other dog breed, the box of the breed that scores higher is shaded green and the box of the breed that scores lower is shaded red. When there is no difference between the breeds for a particular factor then the box is shaded gray for both pets. Also, when the factor is not important in picking a pet, or when the factor cannot be compared between two pets, the box for the factor is shaded gray for both pets

Most of the factors in the table for each dog breed are ranked on a scale of 1 to 5. “1” means “worst”, and “5” means “best”.

However, some factors such as “Price”, “Average Lifespan”, etc. cannot be on a scale of 1 to 5, so they are not on a scale of 1 to 5 in the comparison table.

Factor Fila Brasileiro Scottish Deerhound
Adapts Well To Apartment Living 1/5 1/5
Good For Novice Owners 1/5 1/5
Friendly Toward Strangers 1/5 5/5
Tolerates Cold Weather 2/5 4/5
Dog Friendly 2/5 2/5
Does NOT Shed 4/5 1/5
Easy To Train 2/5 2/5
Potential For Playfulness 2/5 5/5
Height 24 to 30 inches 28 to 32 inches tall at the shoulder
Easygoing 3/5 3/5
Tolerates Being Alone 3/5 2/5
Tolerates Hot Weather 3/5 4/5
Affectionate With Family 3/5 5/5
Kid-Friendly 3/5 4/5
Does NOT Drool 3/5 5/5
General Health 3/5 3/5
Does NOT chew on things 3/5 2/5
Does NOT Bark or Howl 3/5 5/5
Tendency NOT to Wander 3/5 2/5
Easy To Groom 4/5 2/5
Potential NOT to Gain Weight 2/5 2/5
Intelligence 4/5 3/5
NOT Rambunctious 2/5 1/5
Calmness/ Low Vigor 2/5 1/5
Minimal Exercise Needs 2/5 1/5
Low Prey Drive 1/5 1/5
Life Span 9 to 12 years 8 to 11 years
Weight 90 to 180 pounds 75 to 110 pounds
Average Lifespan 10.5 years 9.5 years
Average Price $1270 $980
Price Range $1000 – $1400 $975 – $975
Temperament Score 78.6 percent 85.3 percent
Common Health Problems and Recommended Health Tests No Data
  • Cardiac Evaluation
  • FACTOR VII Deficiency DNA test
  • Serum Bile Acid Test
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    *Data from dogtime.com, OFA.org (The Orthopedic Foundation for Animals), petcalculator.com, wikipedia.org, ATTS.org (the American Temperament Test Society)

    Next, we added the scores of the factors that can be added together for the Fila Brasileiro in the table (that is, `Ease of Grooming` score + `General Health` score + `Calmness` score + …etc) and we compared it to the corresponding total score for the Scottish Deerhound. We call these total scores the Better-Pet Scores, as we mentioned earlier. We called this score the Better-Pet score because the better dog breed will have a higher score. This is because the pet will the higher score will have minimal needs and be easier to have as a pet.

    The Better-Pet score for a Fila Brasileiro is 62 out of 125 while the Better-Pet score for a Scottish Deerhound is 67 out of 125.

    Based on their Better-Pet scores, the Scottish Deerhound is a better pet than the Fila Brasileiro. So, you should get the Scottish Deerhound!

    Although we have done our best to analyze these two dog breeds in a very unbiased way, however, we will like to let you know that there are some dog attributes that cannot be assigned a number for comparison. We cannot put a number on how cute a dog breed is, for example. Beauty is in the eye of the beholder.

    Also, the dog breed that best suits you will depend on your peculiar lifestyle, your taste, and your priorities, which we do not know. So, for you to decide on which breed is right for you, read through the rest of the article to further understand both the Fila Brasileiro and the Scottish Deerhound so that you can make your own well-informed decision on which pet to get.

    The Most Remarkable Differences Between the Fila Brasileiro and the Scottish Deerhound

    Below is a list of where the Fila Brasileiro and the Scottish Deerhound are most different:

  • Fila Brasileiros are not very friendly towards strangers. However, Scottish Deerhounds are very friendly towards strangers.
  • Fila Brasileiros do not shed a lot. They are good for people with dog allergies. However, Scottish Deerhounds shed. They are not recommended for people with dog allergies.
  • Fila Brasileiros not very playful. However, Scottish Deerhounds are very playful.

    • The Similarities Between the Fila Brasileiro and the Scottish Deerhound

    The Fila Brasileiro and the Scottish Deerhound are very similar in certain aspects. Below is the list of where the Fila Brasileiro and the Scottish Deerhound are most similar:

  • Both the Fila Brasileiro and the Scottish Deerhound do not adapt well to apartment living.
  • Both the Fila Brasileiro and the Scottish Deerhound are not the best dogs for new dog owners.
  • Both the Fila Brasileiro and the Scottish Deerhound do not get along well with other dogs.
  • Both the Fila Brasileiro and the Scottish Deerhound are not easy to train.
  • Both the Fila Brasileiro and the Scottish Deerhound gain weight easily. You need to pay careful attention to what you feed them.
  • Both the Fila Brasileiro and the Scottish Deerhound are highly intelligent.
  • Both the Fila Brasileiro and the Scottish Deerhound have very high energy levels. They need a lot of exercise time to release their high energy.
  • Both the Fila Brasileiro and the Scottish Deerhound do things with high intensity. They can be very forceful.
  • Both the Fila Brasileiro and the Scottish Deerhound require a lot of exercise. They are good for owners who like to exercise.
  • Both the Fila Brasileiro and the Scottish Deerhound have a high prey drive. They do not get along well with other pets.

    • Size (Weight and Height) of Fila Brasileiro versus Scottish Deerhound

    Now, let us discuss the difference in size between the Fila Brasileiro and the Scottish Deerhound.

    Fila Brasileiros weigh 90 to 180 pounds when fully grown. Fila Brasileiros are 24 to 30 inches when fully grown.

    On the other hand, Scottish Deerhounds weigh 75 to 110 pounds when fully grown. Scottish Deerhounds are 28 to 32 inches tall at the shoulder when fully grown.

    Temperament of the Scottish Deerhound Versus the Fila Brasileiro

    The Scottish Deerhound has a better temperament than the Fila Brasileiro.

    This is because the temperament score for the Scottish Deerhound is 85.3 percent while the temperament score for the Fila Brasileiro is 78.6 percent, according to the American Temperament Test Society (ATTS).

    The American Temperament Test Society (ATTS) is a non-profit organization whose mission is to provide fair and objective evaluations of the temperaments of dog breeds.

    Dog breeds with low temperament scores tend to show unprovoked aggression, they easily panic without quickly recovering from the panic, and they tend to avoid people. However, dog breeds with high temperament scores are not aggressive and are not shy. Also, these dogs are generally friendly and they are protective of their owners.

    The average temperament score across all dog breeds (over 250 breeds) is 83.7 percent.

    With its temperament score of 78.6 percent, the Fila Brasileiro has a below-average temperament compared to other dog breeds.

    With its temperament score of 85.3 percent, the Scottish Deerhound has an above-average temperament compared to other dog breeds.

    The ATTS obtained the temperament scores of the Fila Brasileiro and the Scottish Deerhound by measuring the temperaments of 14 Fila Brasileiros and 34 Scottish Deerhounds.

    Price of Fila Brasileiro versus Price of Scottish Deerhound

    The average price of the Fila Brasileiro puppy is $1270. The price of the Fila Brasileiro typically ranges from $1000 – $1400. However, the price of a Fila Brasileiro can be as low as $1000 and as high as $1800. We obtained this price information by reviewing the prices of 3 Fila Brasileiro puppies listed for sale from various sources.

    The average price of the Scottish Deerhound puppy is $980. The price of the Scottish Deerhound typically ranges from $975 – $975. However, the price of a Scottish Deerhound can be as low as $975 and as high as $975. We obtained this price information by collecting and reviewing the prices of 1 Scottish Deerhound puppies listed for sale from various sources.

    The Fila Brasileiro is more expensive than the Scottish Deerhound.

    Fila Brasileiro Scottish Deerhound
    Average Price $1270 $980
    Price Range $1000 to $1400 $975 to $975

    The charts below show the price distribution for the Fila Brasileiro and Scottish Deerhound. For different price points, the charts show how many Fila Brasileiro puppies or how many Scottish Deerhound puppies are listed for sale at those price points.

    A breakdown of the prices of Fila Brasileiros. The typical price range is shaded Green.

    A breakdown of the prices of Fila Brasileiros. The typical price range is shaded Green.

    A breakdown of the prices of Scottish Deerhounds

    A breakdown of the prices of Scottish Deerhounds

    Note that a lot of factors determine how much you can expect to pay for the Fila Brasileiro puppy or the Scottish Deerhound puppy. This includes if health screening tests have been performed on the puppy, if the puppy is from a famous pedigree, the US State where the puppy is bred, etc.

    Nevertheless, when looking from a puppy, look at buying a puppy only from well-established breeders that breed puppies primarily for the love of dogs, and secondarily for profit. Do not buy a puppy from one of those puppy mills that mass-produce puppies in bad living conditions for maximum profit.

    You may also consider adopting a dog instead of buying a dog.

    Is the Fila Brasileiro Better for Apartment Owners than the Scottish Deerhound?

    Fila Brasileiros do not adapt well to apartment living.

    Scottish Deerhounds do not adapt well to apartment living.

    Which is Better for New Dog Owners, the Fila Brasileiro or the Scottish Deerhound?

    Fila Brasileiros are not the best dogs for new dog owners.

    Scottish Deerhounds are not the best dogs for new dog owners.

    Can Fila Brasileiros Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Scottish Deerhounds Tolerate Cold Weather?

    Fila Brasileiros cannot tolerate cold weather. They are vulnerable to the cold.

    Scottish Deerhounds can very well tolerate cold weather.

    Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Fila Brasileiro or the Scottish Deerhound?

    Fila Brasileiros do not get along well with other dogs.

    Scottish Deerhounds do not get along well with other dogs.

    Do Fila Brasileiros shed more than Scottish Deerhounds?

    Fila Brasileiros do not shed a lot. They are good for people with dog allergies.

    Scottish Deerhounds shed. They are not recommended for people with dog allergies.

    Is the Fila Brasileiro Easier to Train than the Scottish Deerhound?

    Fila Brasileiros are not easy to train.

    Scottish Deerhounds are not easy to train.

    Tolerates Being Alone: Fila Brasileiro versus Scottish Deerhound

    Fila Brasileiros can be left alone only for a short time.

    Scottish Deerhounds do not like to be left alone.

    Can Fila Brasileiros Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Scottish Deerhounds Tolerate Hot Weather?

    Fila Brasileiros can tolerate hot weather as long as the weather is not too hot.

    Scottish Deerhounds can tolerate hot weather.

    Are Fila Brasileiros good family dogs? What about Scottish Deerhounds?

    Fila Brasileiros are good family dogs. They are affectionate with family.

    Scottish Deerhounds are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.

    How Kid-friendly are Fila Brasileiros and Scottish Deerhounds?

    Fila Brasileiros get along fairly well with kids. They are quite kid-friendly.

    Scottish Deerhounds get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.

    Which one drools more, the Fila Brasileiro or the Scottish Deerhound

    Fila Brasileiros drool moderately.

    Scottish Deerhounds do have a very low tendency to drool.

    Do Fila Brasileiros Bark and Howl? What about Scottish Deerhounds?

    Fila Brasileiros bark and howl, but not very much.

    Scottish Deerhounds are not very vocal. They do not tend to bark and howl.

    Wanderlust Potential: Fila Brasileiro vs. Scottish Deerhound

    Fila Brasileiros have a moderate tendency to wander. This means that they sometimes get distracted by other animals or objects.

    Scottish Deerhounds have a high tendency to wander. They are easily distracted by other animals or objects.

    Which is Easier to Groom, the Fila Brasileiro or the Scottish Deerhound?

    Fila Brasileiros are very easy to groom.

    Scottish Deerhounds require a lot of grooming and they are not very easy to groom.

    Does the Fila Brasileiro Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Scottish Deerhound?

    Fila Brasileiros have a high prey drive. They have the tendency to chase after smaller animals and pets. They do not get along well with other pets.

    Scottish Deerhounds have a high prey drive. They have the tendency to chase after smaller animals and pets. They do not get along well with other pets.

    Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Fila Brasileiro

    Furthermore, there are other dog breeds that are very similar to the Fila Brasileiro that you can consider on your quest to get the best pet.

    We crunched the numbers and found that the following dog breeds have similar personality and temperament as the Fila Brasileiro:

  • Afador (75 percent match with Fila Brasileiro). Here is our comparison of the Scottish Deerhound vs Afador.
  • Cane Corso (76 percent match with Fila Brasileiro). Here is our comparison of the Scottish Deerhound vs Cane Corso.
  • Dogo Argentino (80 percent match with Fila Brasileiro). Here is our comparison of the Scottish Deerhound vs Dogo Argentino.
  • Boerboel (78 percent match with Fila Brasileiro). Here is our comparison of the Scottish Deerhound vs Boerboel.

    • Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Scottish Deerhound

    Furthermore, there are other dog breeds that are very similar to the Scottish Deerhound that you can consider on your quest to get the best pet.

    We crunched the numbers and found that the following dog breeds have similar personality and temperament as the Scottish Deerhound:

  • Alaskan Malamute (70 percent match with Scottish Deerhound). Here is our comparison of the Fila Brasileiro vs Alaskan Malamute.
  • Icelandic Sheepdog (75 percent match with Scottish Deerhound). Here is our comparison of the Fila Brasileiro vs Icelandic Sheepdog.
  • Rhodesian Ridgeback (73 percent match with Scottish Deerhound). Here is our comparison of the Fila Brasileiro vs Rhodesian Ridgeback.

    • Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You

    You may also be interested in how the Fila Brasileiro and how the Scottish Deerhound compares to other breeds. So, see below the comparison of the Fila Brasileiro and of the Scottish Deerhound to other breeds:

    Fila Brasileiro Versus Other Dog Breeds

    Fila Brasileiro versus Neapolitan Mastiff     Fila Brasileiro versus Rottweiler     Fila Brasileiro versus Pomeranian     Fila Brasileiro versus Sealyham Terrier     Fila Brasileiro versus Finnish Lapphund     Fila Brasileiro versus Welsh Springer Spaniel     Fila Brasileiro versus Alaskan Klee Kai     Fila Brasileiro versus Newfoundland     Fila Brasileiro versus Lagotto Romagnolo     Fila Brasileiro versus Standard Schnauzer     

    Scottish Deerhound Versus Other Dog Breeds

    Scottish Deerhound versus German Longhaired Pointer     Scottish Deerhound versus Lhasapoo     Scottish Deerhound versus Newfoundland     Scottish Deerhound versus Black Russian Terrier     Scottish Deerhound versus Norfolk Terrier     Scottish Deerhound versus Kishu Ken     Scottish Deerhound versus Doberman Pinscher     Scottish Deerhound versus Black Russian Terrier     Scottish Deerhound versus Airedale Terrier     Scottish Deerhound versus Lancashire Heeler     

    Conclusion: Fila Brasileiro versus Scottish Deerhound. Which One is a Better Pet?

    In summary, there is nothing like a better dog breed or a worse dog breed. The important question to ask is which dog breed better matches your interests and lifestyle. We hope our discussion above will help you in deciding which dog breed between the Fila Brasileiro and the Scottish Deerhound better suits you and your family.