Irish Wolfhound
A.K.A. :Cú Faoil
Size
Grooming requirements
Exercise requirements
Good with other dogs
Watchdog ability
Energetic
Training requirements
Playful
Affectionate
Good with other pets
Good with children
Good with strangers
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Overview: | The Irish Wolfhound is very large, but has a quiet and pleasant personality. He's very affectionate and love to be with people. He's a great pet indoors and loves to run and play outdoors. They grow fast, getting to 100 pounds within six months! |
Breed Group: | Hound |
Weight (lbs): | male-at least 120 female-at least 105 |
Height (in): | male-at least 32 female-at least 30 |
Colors: | Gray, brindle, red, black, white, or fawn. |
Coat: | Hair is rather rough, coarse, and hard. |
Character: | Irish Wolfhounds are friendly, gentle, loyal, and calm. |
Temperament: | This breed gets along well with children, other dogs, and most household pets. There should be no problems, as long as early socialization has taken place. |
Care: | The Irish Wolfhound requires regular grooming with a brush and comb. Twice yearly the dead hair should be plucked manually from the coat. |
Training: | This breed is easy to train and responds best to a gentle approach. |
Activity: | The Irish Wolfhound can adapt to your activity level, but also enjoys getting out for a long walk as often as you can manage. |
Country of Origin: | Ireland |
Health Issue: | The breed is prone to cardiomyopathy, bone cancer, bloat, progressive retinal atrophy, von Willebrands disease, and hip dysplasia. |
Life Expectancy: | 6-8 |
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Irish Wolfhound

Irish Wolfhound
Male, 15 Weeks Old
USA BOUCKVILLE, NY, USA
Date listed: 08/27/2025
Beautiful Irish Wolfhound male puppy Raised on our horse farm Beautiful conformation and quiet temperament Ready to go Female puppy -$1500
Male Brindle Irish Wolfhound Puppy

Irish Wolfhound
Male, 3 Months Old
USA WINDSOR, MO, USA
Date listed: 08/26/2025
Meet Odin, a handsome 16-week-old brindle Irish Wolfhound with a calm temperament and a playful spark. Already showing the classic size and elegance of this ancient breed, Odin...
Female Brindle Irish Wolfhound Puppy

Irish Wolfhound
Female, 3 Months Old
USA WINDSOR, MO, USA
Date listed: 08/26/2025
Meet Freya, a brindle Irish Wolfhound with a sweet disposition and a big heart. She’s growing quickly and already shows the classic grace, strength, and gentle nature that make...
6 Male AKC Champion Blood Irish Wolfhounds

Irish Wolfhound
Male, 10 Weeks Old
USA BLACKFOOT, ID, USA
Date listed: 08/20/2025
6 AKC Registered purebred male Irish Wolfhound puppies have had their veterinary visit, Liver Shunt tested, been dewormed, dew claws removed and had first vaccination are ready...
Meet Blarney

Irish Wolfhound
Male, 15 Weeks Old
USA ULYSSES, PA, USA
Date listed: 08/16/2025
Beautiful Irish Wolfhound male puppy Super temperament ; loyal and protective Great family dogs Large couch potatoes! Raised as part of the family AKC parent;Moose; Ireland...
Irish Wolfhound

Irish Wolfhound
Male, 16 Weeks Old
USA WINDSOR, MO, USA
Date listed: 07/22/2025
Meet Murphy, our stunning red male Irish Wolfhound pup with a calm, affectionate temperament and that classic gentle-giant personality the breed is known for....
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