Irish Wolfhound

Daddy (Ken Trenholm)

Oct 25 |21:34
Last Updated on Sat, 14 Nov 2009 01:36
I R I S H  W O L F H O U N D ~ H I G H L I G H T S

Breed Name
Irish Wolfhound
Rank (out of 136 breeds)
033
Personality Snapshot
Gentle, patient, sweet, loyal and affectionate. Generous, intelligent and reliable.
Breed NameIrish Wolfhound
Rank (out of 136 breeds)033
Points (out of 100)70
Dog Group TypeSighthound
DominanceVery Low
Obedience (Ease of Training)Average
AffectionModerate
Good with Kids (Source 1)Excellent
Good With Kids (Source 2)Excellent
Friendly with Other DogsGood
Friendly with Family PetsGood
Friendly with StrangersGood
Dog Bite Free RatingExcellent
Bark Over Bite RatingPoor
Bark Crazy (likelihood to bark for little reason)5 out of 10
Watch Dog AbilityGood
Guard Dog AbilityNot Good
SizeVery Large
Exercise RequirementsModerate
Jog Companion AbilityExcellent
Level of SheddingAverage
Level of TrimmingSome
Overall Level of Grooming RequiredModerate
Life SpanUnder 10 years of age

You are more than welcome to obtain additional information on the ranking system used by our family and where we got our information. Please note that the above scores are based on the traits (or instincts) of a particular breed and that it is important to get to know your prospective dog before making your decision to bring a Irish Wolfhound into your family. This is a decision you will have to live with for Under 10 years of age as Irish Wolfhound pups can live between Under 10 years of age.

My Life as a Irish Wolfhound
Gentle, patient, sweet, loyal and affectionate. Generous, intelligent and reliable.

Home Environment
Not recommended for apartments. Best with a large yard.

Irish Wolfhound Inherited Diseases
The following information is a direct link to the Canine Inherited Disorders Database, a project of the Atlantic Veterinary College, University of Prince Edward Island. This information lists inherited diseases which are more commonly reported in the Irish Wolfhound

Irish Wolfhound Wiki

Where to buy a Irish Wolfhound : A Directory and Review
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