Irish Wolfhound
History and origin: The national dog of Ireland, the Irish Wolfhound was used as a hunter of wolf and elk and may have existed as far back as the Roman era. Although considered a sight hound, the Irish Wolfhound was bred to have outstanding scenting skill as well.
Description: The Irish Wolfhound stands 30 to 34 inches at the shoulder and weighs between 100 and 125 pounds. He has a statuesque, strong body and a rough, weather-resistant shedding hair that requires just periodic brushing. The color may be gray, fawn, brindle, red, white, or black.
About the breed: This gentle giant is faithful, friendly, great with kids, an amazing house dog, and a wonderful show dog. The Irish Wolfhound is quiet, kind, and frequently on the timid side, but violent when provoked. He wants at least two years to mature physically and emotionally. Comparable to the other sight hounds, this breed is calm and quiet in the home, but because of his size he requires a home with a big fenced yard. Keep in mind that this breed can easily jump a six-foot fence. The Irish Wolfhound is a bit stubborn, learns bit by bit, and has a mind of his own. Use patience, and anticipate the training to take a bit longer than it would with other breeds. A constructive attitude and lots of confidence-building are required. Bossy training methods will fright this sensitive giant. Be tolerant and accurate. Although usually friendly, this breed, given his great size, could without problems hurt a kid while playing. Firstly suspicious of strangers, the Irish Wolfhound can also be hostile toward dogs and little animals. Socialization, training, and treatment must start early. Irish Wolfhounds can be vulnerable to bloat and hip dysplasia, and on average live simply eight to ten years. To help avoid bloat, a life-threatening gaseous torsion of the stomach, break up feedings into smaller portions, and soak the food in warm water for ten minutes before feeding.
Feeding: Suggested feeding for the Irish Wolfhound is at least 2
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