Helen Clark
One of the gentlest dog breeds, the giant Irish Wolfhound has a rich and old history – full of amazing facts you probably never knew!
#1 Bred for their tall stature, they were used to knock knights of their horses in Ireland.
#2 They were used as war dogs as well as hunting dogs.
#3 While today’s Hounds are known as “gentle giants,” ancient Irish wolfhounds were fierce protectors.
#4 While they come in a variety of shades from cream to black, blue was not a permitted color.
#5 The Royal Irish Regiment of the British Army still uses an Irish wolfhound as a mascot.
#6 In Scotland, Irish Wolfhounds have been used for herding.
