Irish wolfhound
Noun
Meaning
large breed of hound with a rough thick coat
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The last dog I had was an Irish wolfhound - now that is a dog. Rather spoils a person for a lesser canine, that is, anything under a hundredweight.
Appearance Irish wolfhound Considered by the American Kennel Club to be the tallest of all dog breeds, describing the breed as, "Of great size and commanding appearance, the Irish Wolfhound is remarkable in combining power and swiftness with keen sight.
An easygoing animal, the Irish Wolfhound is quiet by nature.
In 1885 Captain Graham with other breeders founded the Irish Wolfhound Club, and the Breed Standard of Points to establish and agree the ideal to which breeders should aspire.
Bred for independence, an Irish wolfhound is not necessarily keen on defending spaces.
Joseph Michaels brought his Irish Wolfhound, one of the tallest dog breeds in the world, to downtown — not for looks, but rather for socialization.