Irish Wolfhound Facts - Did you know?
Did you know the following Irish Wolfhound facts?- This is the tallest of all the breeds of dog, reaching up to 7 feet when standing on hind legs
- This is a very athletic and fit breed that has high levels of stamina and endurance
- The name 'Irish Wolfhound' comes from the hunting of wolves in Ireland
- An Irish proverb describes this breed as 'Gentle when stroked, fierce when provoked'
- The American Kennel Club recognized this breed in 1897
- There are Roman records of the Irish Wolfhound dating back to 391 A.D.
- In the 19th Century, this breed had hunted so many wolves that it almost became extinct
- This giant size breed might be the tallest but it isn't the heaviest of all breeds!
- This breed has a medium length, harsh, rough coat that requires regular grooming
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