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Irish Wolfhound

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The Irish Wolfhound was originally from Ireland. This breed typically lives 6-10 years and is generally considered a gigantic size dog. They stand at 2835 inches from the shoulder and weigh between 90-150 pounds.

Irish Wolfhound's need roughly 30-60 minutes of exercise. Taking their age, size and exercise needs into account they will need about 8-10 cups of food on average in a day.

Owners of the Irish Wolfhound will generally describe this dog as dignified. They are on the moderate end of the trainability spectrum and they bark occassionaly.

When deciding the dog breed for your situation where you live and where the dog will live and play matters. The Irish Wolfhound likes to live outside. If you plan on having your dog be an inside dog the smallest recommended living space is a not recommended and it will need a yard to stay physically and mentally stimulated.

๐Ÿ’Š Common Conditions
Gastric Dilatation Volvulus (Bloat)
Elbow Dysplasia
Hip Dysplasia
Progressive Retinal Atrophy
Dilated Cardiomyopathy
Fibrocartilaginous Embolic Myelopathy
Liver Shunt
Osteochondrosis Dissecans

The Irish Wolfhound was originally from Ireland. This breed typically lives 6-10 years and is generally considered a gigantic size dog. They stand at 2835 inches from the shoulder and weigh between 90-150 pounds.

Irish Wolfhound's need roughly 30-60 minutes of exercise. Taking their age, size and exercise needs into account they will need about 8-10 cups of food on average in a day.

Owners of the Irish Wolfhound will generally describe this dog as dignified. They are on the moderate end of the trainability spectrum and they bark occassionaly.

When deciding the dog breed for your situation where you live and where the dog will live and play matters. The Irish Wolfhound likes to live outside. If you plan on having your dog be an inside dog the smallest recommended living space is a not recommended and it will need a yard to stay physically and mentally stimulated.

๐Ÿ”Ž Overview
โค๏ธ Health
Lifespan
6-10
Years
Exercise Needs
30-60
Min Per Day
Food Quantity
8-10
Cups Per Day
๐Ÿ“ Measurements
Size
XXL
Generally
Height
2835
Inches
Weight
90-150
Pounds
๐Ÿ  Spatial Needs
Indoor Space
Not Recommended
Outdoor Space
๐Ÿก
Yard
Prefers to be
๐Ÿ•๏ธ
Outside
๐Ÿ˜Š Temperament
Dispositon
Dignified
Trainability
๐Ÿ•โ€๐Ÿฆบ
Moderate
Barks
๐Ÿ”‰
Occassionaly
๐Ÿ• Grooming
Sheds
โœ‚๏ธ
Moderately
Odor
๐Ÿงผ
Mild
Hypoallergenic
๐Ÿคง
Nope!
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