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14 Things You Didn’t Know About the Irish Wolfhound

Published: · Modified: by Alka Polischuk · This post may contain affiliate links

Did you know that Irish Wolfhound is a majestic breed and the tallest dog breed in the world? Not only that, but they are also a true gentle giant who has been prized as a courageous hunter for centuries. But we bet you didn't know these 14 things about them.

#1 They are the tallest dogs in the world
An Irish Wolfhound sitting on the wooden floor with its begging face on the side of the bed
#2 They date back to Ancient Rome
A Irish Wolfhound sitting on the couch with its sad face
#3 Ireland had armies of them
A woman carrying a Irish Wolfhound puppy in her arms while sitting on the grass
#4 They were used to hunt big game
an adult and puppy Irish Wolfhound sitting on the pavement under the sun
#5 They nearly became extinct
a man sitting on the couch with his two Irish Wolfhounds sitting on his side
#6 They frequently appear in poetry
a man standing in front of the building with his five Irish Wolfhounds
#7 They make terrible guard dogs
An Irish Wolfhound puppy on the lap of a person with its adorable face
#8 Herbert Hoover and JFK had Irish Wolfhounds
An Irish Wolfhound sitting on the floor
#9 Irish Wolfhounds are known for their large size, almost like a small horse
A damp Irish Wolfhound in the forest while smiling with its tongue out
#10 Irish Wolfhounds come in a variety of colors including Gray, brindle, black, red, fawn, white and sometimes blue
A Irish Wolfhound in the water
#11 The average lifespan of an Irish Wolfhound is 7 years
An Irish Wolfhound in the rooftop
#12 They are frequently used in fashion photography
An Irish Wolfhound puppy sitting by the lake
#13 While today’s hounds are known as “gentle giants,” ancient Irish wolfhounds were fierce protectors
An Irish Wolfhound lying on the couch with its sad face
#14 They are surprisingly lazy

A Irish Wolfhound with its tongue out

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