Irish Wolfhound
Breed Profile
Size: Large
Origin: Ireland
Colour: Grey, brindle, red, black, pure white, fawn, wheaten and steel grey
Lifespan: 8 to 10 years
Irish Wolfhounds have a gentle, kind, friendly, calm and patient personality.
Owner's Guide
These gentle giants are calm, affectionate and friendly. Once bred by royalty to hunt wolves, they are fast runners outside and need fast runs in a safe area. At home they are relaxed and independent.
Originally bred to hunt wolves in packs.
Special characteristics
The Irish Wolfhound likes to run fast for short periods, and to chase.
Exercise requirements
Medium. Content to be lazy when at home.
Attitude to
Owners: independent, affectionate
Children: good, may knock over young children
Other pets: may be problematic with small pets
Strangers: friendly
Unfamiliar dogs: friendly
Perfect owner
Strong, easy-going, affectionate owner who has enough space to accommodate this giant and who can provide a safe area for daily off-lead running.
Potential problems
May be difficult to control on walks if they see something to chase.
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