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About the Irish Wolfhound |
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History
The Romans made the earliest references to the Irish Wolfhound in 391BC. The dog is thought to have been transported to Ireland by Roman armies. The Irish Wolfhound, at that time a large smooth coated hound, was used by Irish nobility as protection against wolves and was used for hunting down wild boar and elk.
By the late 17th century, with the decline of wolves and wild boar in Ireland, the Irish Wolfhound had almost become extinct. Fortunately a British army officer, by the name of Captain Graham, took an interest in the dog and began cross-breeding it with other breeds such as the Scottish Deerhound and the Great Dane which gives us the large curly coated dog we have today.
The Irish Wolfhound as a pet
The Irish Wolfhound makes a good pet. It is a very reliable and trusting dog. It has a very gentle nature making it good with other pets and children; it also makes a good watchdog |
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Height:
71-87cms
Weight:
40-55kg
Lifespan:
11 yrs |
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Colour:
black, pure white, grey, brindle, fawn, red and wheaten |
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Coat:
Rough and hardy on body, legs and head, and long and wiry under lower jaw and over eyes |
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Click photo for product guide |
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Lawrence Hound Glove
Horsehair
Original and best. Natural horsehair pad cleans and polishes the coat removing dust and dirt.
Made in England |
Sterling price: £22.00
Dollar price: $31.90 |
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Grooming your Irish Wolfhound
Grooming requirements: The coat is very easy to maintain. It requires daily brushing with a stiff brush.
Tools required:
Large slicker brush for feathering, hound glove
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