Irish Wolfhound

Origin: Ireland

Dog Breed Group: Hunting Dog

Life Span: 6-10 years

Weight: Male: 52-55, Female: 45-47.5

Height: Male: 30-32, Female: 28-30

Origin of Name: The Irish Wolfhound is a historic sighthound dog breed from Ireland.

Size

Temperament

Shedding

Drooling

Monthly keeping cost

Large

Zero

High

Negligible

Hair Everywhere

Zero

Excess

Premium*	Standard*

About Irish Wolfhound

Life Span*6-10 years
Getting a puppy homeExpensive
Popularity

Star Super star
Availability

Rare Easy to get

Introduction

The sociable Irish Wolfound is a large, fleshy hound, built with classic greyhound lines, capable of great speed on the gallop. A male can stand about 3 feet on the shoulder and weigh up to 180 pounds. The females will walk small but still have a lot of hounds. A thick, hard coat comes in many colors including white, gray, shiny, red, black and fawn.

IWs are too quiet to be fierce Guard Dogs, but just one sight of them is enough to stop intruders. IWs are clinically impaired with children, although the size of the animals should be around younger children. Owning an Irish Wolfhound is a unique, rewarding experience - but getting a huge gallop hound is a commitment in the form of a dog itself.

History

Wolfound's long history traces back to antiquity and has acquired a patent of myth and legend over the centuries. However, it can be reliably said that they were made by indigenous British big dogs crawling in the courtyards of the Middle East, which were around the known world in the early days of international trade.

By the time the Roman Empire gained an edge in the British Empire, the vast plains of Ireland had already been established. In the year 391, the Roman Consul received one of these seven gifts which ""all Rome looked upon with wonder."" These majestic hunters, whose motto was ""gentle, fierce when provoked, was fierce when provoked"", used on such mines as the now extinct Irish elk, a giant, ferocious animal said Six feet stood on the shoulder.

In 15th-century Ireland, wolves were overriding the countryside. Already famous big-hunting Irish hunters began to specialize in wolves. By the late 1700s, when Ireland's wolves and other large animals were hunted to extinction, the IWs lost their jobs and almost went extinct on their own. It was a case of a breed doing its work for its own good.

In 1862, the British Army Captain George Augustus Graham began to rouse the country for the remaining samples of the National Hound of Ireland. Graham made it his life's work to protect, standardize and promote the breed, and even today, wherever IW fans gather, his name is spoken with reverence.

Loyalty and remorse among many Irish legends inspired by the breed is the tale of the sadness of ""Gellert, the Faithful Hound"".

General Appearance

In great shape and commanding appearance, the Irish Wolfhound is notable for combining strength and swiftness with a keen vision. The largest and longest of the gallop wounds, in general, is a thick-coated, greyhound-like breed; Very muscular, strong though graceful; Movements easy and active; The head and neck are elevated, the tail is tilted upward with a slight curve towards the top. Dogs must have a minimum height and weight of 32 and 120 pounds; 30- and 105-pound bitch; These apply only to people over 18 months of age. Anything below this should be removed from the competition. Great size, including height at the shoulder and proportional length of body, is the purpose-to-be-disorderedatum, and it strongly seeks to establish a race that will average 32 to 34 in dogs, which is expected strength, activity, courage. And shows. Symmetry.

Pros - Cons

Pros

This breed is an excellents one, is easy to train and is commonly healthy

Cons

This breed is not recommended for apartments, requires a lot of grooming and is not cat friendly

Breeding

The gestation period in lasts for 60-64 days The primary period of the reproductive cycle of the female is called Proestrus and goes on for around 9 days. During this time the females begin to draw in males. The subsequent part is the Estrus when the bitch is receptive to the male. It goes on for around 3 to 11 days. The third part is the Diestrus. Usually, it happens around day 14. In this period the bitch's discharge changes for distinctive red and reaching its end. The vulva gets back to average, and she will no longer allow mating. The fourth part called the Anestrus. The time span between heat periods ordinarily keeps going around a half year. The litter size ranges between 6 to 8 puppies at a time .

Irish Wolfhound Grooming

The Irish Wolfhead has a double coat with a rigid, pointed outer coat covering a soft undercoat. They flow throughout the year, but not to an extreme degree. Brushing thoroughly once a week will help remove dirt and loose hair and help the dog look its best. Unlike many double-coated breeds, Irish wolfheads do not "blow out" their coats during an annual or semi-annual shedding season. As with all breeds, nails should be trimmed regularly, as long nails can be painful to the dog and cause problems with walking and walking.

Irish Wolfhound Training

Wolfound puppies take 18 months or longer to mature, and can be very destructive, and likely to injure themselves, when left alone for extended periods. Puppies should have reasonable access to age-appropriate free play, but not with adult dogs and without any forced exercise. Early socialization and puppy training classes (using positive training methods only) are recommended. Due to their intelligence, Irish Wolfhaus are fast learners. Wolfheads crave the company of their people, and their sensitivity to humans makes them excellent candidates for medical work.

Irish Wolfhound Nutrition

Wolfheads require exercise throughout their lives. Because they maintain a strong propensity to hunt and chase prey, they should only be allowed to loosen up in areas that are securely vented, and any paths must be taken on a leash . As adults, Irish Wolfoids can become couch potatoes if allowed, but regular exercise such as a long walk or play session will help keep them physically and mentally healthy. A house with a large enough area is necessary to provide the kind of environment in which they can thrive. The breed can exercise mind and body by participating in canine sports such as tracking, agility and agility.

Irish Wolfhound Exercise

High quality dog food suitable for the dog's age (puppy, adult, or senior) and all nutrients ideally prepared for larger breeds should require an Irish Wolfhound. Because of the risk of bloat, strenuous exercise before or after meals is not recommended. Ask the dog breeder and your vet if you have any questions or concerns about your dog's weight, diet, or feeding time.

Irish Wolfhound Health

Like other large and deep-breasted breeds, Wolfoids can experience bloating, sudden and life-threatening stomach upset, and owners should educate themselves about its symptoms and what to do if there is bloat. needed. Responsible breeders will examine their breeding stock for health and genetic conditions such as pneumonia, heart disease, certain cancers, and liver shunts. An annual examination, preferably familiarized by a veterinarian, known for the eighth time, is recommended and should include an E. Comprehensive health information is available on the sites of the AKC Breed Club, the Irish Wolfound Club of America, and its sister health organization, the Irish Wolfound Foundation.

Recommended health tests from the National Breed Club:

Hip evaluation
Elbow evaluation
Ophthalmologist evaluation
Cardiac examination