Breed:	Irish Wolfhound
Country of Origin:	Ireland
AKC Group:	Hound
Function:	Hunt
Life Span:	6-8 years
Appearance:	Large!
Color:	Gray, brindle, red, black or white
Coat Type:	Rough
Grooming:	The rough, medium-length coat needs regular and thorough grooming with a brush and comb. This with keep the coat in good condition. About once or twice a year pluck the coat to remove excess dead hair. This breed is an average shedder.
Height:	28-35 inches
Weight:	90-150 pounds
Activity Level:	High
Watch Dog:	No
Protection:	No
Intelligence:	High
Trainability:	High
Good With Children:	Yes
Good With Pets:	Yes
Good With Strangers:	Yes
Character:	Sweet
Home Environment:	Fenced yard
Best Owner:	Loving
Potential Problems:
Behavior:
Physical:	These dogs are prone to cardiomyopathy, bone cancer, bloat, PRA, Von Willebrands, and hip dysplasia.
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