Blog — Category_Breeds_Irish_Wolfhound

Carrie Pallardy   Source   Irish Wolfhounds take their names from their history of hunting large game, including wolves. While their stature and reputation may make them seem intimidating, these dogs can make affectionate pets. What can pet owners expect when they bring home an Irish Wolfhound?   A Lengthy History Irish Wolfhounds have a lineage that dates all the way back to 391 AD. There is a written record of a Roman consul receiving one of these dogs as a gift, according to the American Kennel Club (AKC). In Ireland, these dogs were used to hunt wolves, deer, and...