Irish Wolfhound Puppies and Dogs

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Fast Facts & Guide to Irish Wolfhound Puppies and Dogs

Have a glance at our Fact File and Guide to Irish Wolfhound Puppies and Dogs. Discover some fast facts to gain a really fast overview of the Irish Wolfhound.

Irish Wolfhound Guide and Fact File

Height: The average height of the Irish Wolfhound is 28-35 inches

Weight: The average weight of the Irish Wolfhound is 40-69 kg

Size of Dog: The Irish Wolfhound is a giant sized breed (the tallest dog breed in the world)

Breed Type and Dog Group: The Irish Wolfhound belongs to the Hound Group of Dogs

Country of Origin of the Breed: This breed was brought to Ireland as early as 7000 B.C.

Exercise Needs: The Irish Wolfhound requires moderate, regular exercise

Coat Type: The Irish Wolfhound has a medium length, harsh, rough coat

Shedding hairs: The Irish Wolfhound is an average shedder

Grooming needs: The Irish Wolfhound has moderate grooming requirements

Training a Irish Wolfhound (Trainability): The Irish Wolfhound can be difficult to train


Other Names of Irish Wolfhound: IW, Cú Faoil

Irish Wolfhound Lifespan - This dog lives for approximately 6 - 8 years

Number of puppies per litter: The average litter size of the Irish Wolfhound is 3 to 4 puppies

Temperament / Behaviour: Warm-hearted, Even-tempered, Kind and Trustworthy

We hope that the fast facts and information provided in our Irish Wolfhound puppy and dog fact file and guide will prove a useful overview of this particular breed. Please click one of the links at the top of the page for detailed articles relating to training, pet care, grooming, personality, exercise needs, male and female Irish Wolfhound dog names, illness and health problems.


Summary of Irish Wolfhound Puppies and Dogs

Irish Wolfhound puppies and dogs are sweet and kind natured. This is a giant sized breed that is the tallest breed of dog in the world, knowing to have measured up to seven feet tall when standing on its hind legs. Although this is a giant dog, it has an even-balanced and trustworthy temperament. Puppies and dogs are very loyal, genuine and faithful. They are dedicated and devoted to their owners and feel eager to please them. This is great family pet and companion. The Irish Wolfhound is a sociable and friendly breed that wants to interact with everyone it meets. Dogs and puppies have medium length, rough, harsh coats that require moderate and regular grooming, once to twice per week in order to maintain the coat and keep in looking healthy. Bathing adult dogs can prove difficult due to their giant size, therefore, owners might find it easier to dry shampoo them or sponge wash them.

Choosing Irish Wolfhound Puppies and Dogs as Pets

Irish Wolfhound puppies grow into giant sized adult dogs and the above summary will help you to determine whether they are suitable as a family pet. If you are considering whether to buy a Irish Wolfhound puppy, adoption is also an option for this particular type of dog, or even selecting one from a rescue centre, or reputable dog breeder who will provide documentation to support the health history of any puppy that you might be interested in buying. The Irish Wolfhound sadly has a short lifespan, the average age being around seven years. There are some health issues linked to this breed and more information can be found via the relevant link above. This kind, loving breed of puppy and dog can be a little docile at times which can make obedience training slow and perhaps a little difficult. Owners should be prepared to be patient when training. This is an active breed that requires moderate, regular daily exercise and activity. This is important and must form part of their daily routine.

Irish Wolfhound Puppies and Dogs

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