Irish Wolfhound
adult Irish Wolfhound
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group: hound /
sighthound |
height: m
32-34", 81.3-86.4 cm
f 30", 76.2 cm |
types: |
weight: m
120 lbs, 54.43 kg
f 105 lbs, 47.4 kg |
colors: |
grey,
brindle, white, silver, tan, cream, red, black |
physical traits: |
very large, regal, majestic,
keen sight, striking, commanding appearance |
hair type: |
hard-coated or softer
one-inch long |
personality/
temperament: |
sensitive, gentle, dignified,
a gentle giant, even secure temperament, intelligent, courageous,
good friend and companion, reliable, dependable |
maintenance/
special needs: |
fast growing-require plenty
of nutrition during puppyhood, needs companionship, needs
lots of space and food, tall fence, minimal brushing, does
not easily adapt to change |
nickname: |
Wolfdog, Irish Greyhound |
origination: |
Ireland |
bred for: |
hunting wolves and lions,
legend says one could take down a wolf, three a lion |
identifying traits: |
large, tallest and possibly
the most powerful of all dogs |
ideal for: |
family, other pets, country
life, outdoors, cooler climates |
good with kids? |
yes |
life expectancy: |
8-11 yrs |
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kennel
clubs: |
akc,
saku, ankc, uk, nzkc-(hound dog group), fci-(rough haired
sighthounds dog group), ukc-(sighthound/pariah dog group),
ckc |
rescues: |
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