Irish Wolfhound breed Information
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Irish Wolfhound puppies are for sale in Australia with pups 4 sale puppy classifieds! Buy or sell your Irish Wolfhound puppies in Australia with the help of our detailed Irish Wolfhound breed information below! On this page you will find a range of information designed to assist you when making the decision on whether Irish Wolfhound puppies are right for you. |
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Irish Wolfhound breed information: |
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| Adult weight range 41-55kg/90-121lbs |
Average lifespan 8-10 years |
| Adult height at shoulder Males:79cm/31" Females:71cm/28" |
Average weekly cost $40 |
| Colour The Irish Wolfhound can be found in a variety of colours, with shades of grey predominating. The also come in shades of light brown, brindle, black and red. |
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| Grooming Combing and brushing the coat of the Irish Wolfhound once a week is a good idea. |
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| History Irish Wolfhounds are an ancient breed, being traced back to B.C. times in the UK. Originally bred to hunt a variety of predatory animals including wolves, they were very important to the livelihood of rural society until the 1800s, when their hunting duties were curtailed. |
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| Positives Irish Wolfhounds are a gentle giant. They interact well with people, with some owners even keeping them indoors! They are a laid back and relaxed breed as a general rule. |
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| Negatives Irish Wolfhounds are the world's tallest dog breed. They are a giant of the dog world, and not suitable for people who don't have the physical strength to control them on a lead, or the yard room to care for them. |
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Irish Wolfhound breeders, Australia |
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