There are many breeds of dogs in the world. Some people like small dogs, while others like giant dogs. Today I want to introduce to you a kind of dog that looks a bit "scary" because it is too big. Dog - Irish Wolfhound. It is native to Ireland and was once considered the real giant dog in the world because of its very large size.
Adult Irish Wolfhound bodyMighty Majestic: The shoulder height of male dogs is not less than 81.28 cm, and the shoulder height of female dogs is not less than 76.2 cm. The weight of male dogs is not less than 54.43 kg, and the weight of female dogs is not less than 47.63 kg. Their length and height are proportionately proportional, but because their height and weight are comparable to an average person, it is indeed easy to feel scary when they look at them.
However, the Irish Wolfhound The "terrible" is really just an appearance. Thanks to nearly a century of family breeding, the Irish Wolfhound has developed a quiet, docile temperament that never causes trouble. And even when the Irish Wolfhound is young, it does not require any special training. When it grows up, it will naturally become a docile and generous gentleman.
Of course, the Irish Wolfhound is not a vegetarian. Its distinctive feature is the coexistence of great strength and agility. According to data, the Irish Wolfhound was originally used as a hunting dog to round up wild wolves, and it has extremely strong fighting power (as you can guess from its name).
It was only in the 18th century that the Irish wild wolves were completely wiped out, and the Irish Wolfhound lost its usefulness. The number was once on the verge of extinction. Later, it was mixed and improved with the Scottish Deerhound, so this dog breed can be preserved. The Irish Wolfhound originated in 100 BC. It has a long history and is not easy to preserve.
Nowadays, although the name of the Irish Wolfhound has the meaning of catching wolves, they no longer do such things. But the glory of the past has faded. This breed of dog is more intimidating. Now the Irish Wolfhound has long been regarded as the national dog of Ireland. Irish Wolfhounds can often be seen in legends, stories, and literary works. Not only that, Ireland is holding During major ceremonies, Irish wolfhounds are also allowed to participate in the opening ceremony, and sometimes Irish wolfhounds are also used to cut the ribbon~
It is worth mentioning that the IQ of Irish wolfhounds is Ranked 41st among all dogs, it is a very thoughtful pet and is very friendly. It can play with children and is a very trustworthy dog breed.
Therefore, please don’t stop. I think the overly large Irish Wolfhound is "scary", but in fact the dog's personality is not directly related to its size. If you are considering raising a giant dog with a docile personality, the Irish Wolfhound is a good choice!