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Learn more about the Irish Wolfhound including personality, history, grooming, pictures, videos, and the AKC breed standard. Is the Irish Wolfhound the right breed for you?
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Irish wolfhounds have a heart as big as the rest of them. They are gentle, noble, sensitive and easygoing. Despite the fact that they can run at great speed, most of their actions around the house are in decidedly slow motion, and they are definitely not snap-to-it obedience prospects. They will eventually mind you, just at their own pace! Just und...
The major consideration any prospective Irish wolfhound guardian needs to make is the matter of size. These dogs need room to stretch out and be comfortable; they are the size of another person — a person who takes up even more room because they do not walk upright. They enjoy a quiet life, and as long as you take them out for a good walk or run on...
The Irish wolfhound is of ancient origins, mentioned as long ago as 391 AD in Rome, where it was famed as a gladiator and courser. One Irish wolfhound named Aibe is indirectly credited with starting a war in the 12th century, when his owner refused an offer from the King of Ulster of 4000 cows in trade for him. In Ireland, these imposing dogs were ...
Feb 28, 2022 · The Irish Wolfhound is one of the tallest dog breeds globally, standing between 28 and 35 inches tall when fully grown. When standing on its hind legs, the Irish Wolfhound can reach up to seven feet tall.
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May 21, 2017 · Known as the world’s tallest breed, the gentle Irish Wolfhound has been a symbol of Ireland’s cultural heritage since the late 19th century. The Wolfhound was so popular that the Irish kept exporting them until near extinction.
Welcome to the webpage of Wolfisle Irish Wolfhounds. We are a small kennel in Tasmania, Australia, and the home to the greatest winning Irish Wolfhound in breed history, Australian Supreme Champion Greycroft In Like Flynn (AI) aka ERROL.
The typical Irish Wolfhound is a tall, powerful, double-coated Hound with a double suspension gallop at full pace that is certainly a magnificent sight to see. It was bred to chase, catch and bring down large animals, so the breed has to have strength, speed and the stamina to catch and kill a wolf.
The Irish Wolfhound is a giant-sized dog, one of the tallest breeds in the world, reaching the size of a small pony. The head is long and the skull is not too broad. The muzzle is long and somewhat pointed.
