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- Origin: Ireland, 1st century BC
- Lifespan: 5-9 years
- Height: 30-36 inches
- Weight: 100-180 pounds
- Nicknames: Cu Faoil
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The Irish wolfhound is often referred to as a gentle giant.Dog Breed Info Center: Irish Wolfhound They display a sweet temperament and are intelligent, courageous and make a good companion. Irish wolfhounds are one of the tallest breeds of dogs, shortly behind greyhounds.
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Health Problems
Irish wolfhounds are known to suffer from heart disease and a variety of cancers. They may also face problems with bloating, hypothyroidism and liver issues. Because of their large size and weight, they are prone to hip problems.Sports or Activities
Originally Irish wolfhounds were used to assist with hunting of large animals. Modern day versions are sometimes used for hunting, but more regularly used as pets. They require plenty of exercise or a large yard to run. They are also generally friendly, making them a less than prime choice for a guard dog.
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Irish Wolfhound Questions
what irish restaurant is owned by a midget? 1 AnswerG'day Spice8625, Thank you for your question. I have tried looking for something that might be able to help you but I have come up empty. Regards read more
Funny Irish Jokes (please!) 2 AnswersWhy do so many people live in Ireland? because the capital is always Dublin! Why should you never iron a four-leaf clover? because you don't want to press you... read more
Irish music online? 4 AnswersGo to Pandora.com and create an station. If you have a favorite artist or Irish song, you can start with that and then Pandora takes over with similar music in... read more
what are the top 10 Irish surnames? 2 AnswersMurphy, Kelly, O'Sullivan, Walsh, Smith, O'Brien, Byrne, Ryan, O'Connor, O'Neill as of April 15 2007 according to The Observer. Other common names can be found ... read more
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My baby Irish Wolfhound celebrated his 9-month birthday by jumping high in the air for joy ... Oh, wait. He was ripping out window screens.
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Pictures from Sophie the Irish Wolfhound's photo shoot! http://bit.ly/5KcoHq
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tips on feeding an Irish Wolfhound: http://bit.ly/700BTI
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@Emskydoodle and I want an Irish Wolfhound, an Airedale and a Weimeraner :)
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@cmpriest Irish wolfhound, by the look of it. Each one I've met has been remarkably mellow and friendly.
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