Irish Wolfhound

The Irish Wolfhound is a breed of large sighthound that has, by its presence and substantial size, inspired literature, poetry and mythology. One of the largest of all breeds of dog, the breed is used by coursing hunters who have prized it for its ability to dispatch game caught by other, swifter sighthounds. In 1902, the Irish Wolfhound was declared the regimental mascot of the Irish Guards.

Irish Wolfhound
OriginIreland
Traits
Height
81–86 cm (32–34 in)
Males
minimum 79 cm (31 in)
Females
minimum 71 cm (28 in)
Weight Males
minimum 54.5 kg (120 lb)
Females
minimum 40.5 kg (89 lb)
Coat rough and hard on the head, body and legs; beard and hair over eyes particularly wiry
Colour black, brindle, fawn, grey, red, pure white, or any colour seen in the Deerhound
Litter size 4–12
Life span 7–10 years
Kennel club standards
Irish Kennel Club standard
Fédération Cynologique Internationale standard
Dog (domestic dog)
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