Irish Wolfhound
Weight
54-90 kg
Height
71-90 cm shoulder height (het grootste hondenras ter wereld qua hoogte)
Lifespan
6-8 years
Character & traits
Energy
3
Affection
4
Playfulness
3
Watchfulness
2
With children
4
With other dogs
4
With strangers
4
Trainability
3
For beginners
2
Shedding
2
Drooling
2
Practical
- Exercise per day
- about 1.5 hours
- Max alone
- 4 hours
- Garden needed
- Yes
- Apartment
- Less suitable
- Insurance
- $105–$165/mo
- Food
- $155–$230/mo
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Food
Giant breed food
Specialized food for giant breeds — fewer calories, more glucosamine for joints.
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Accessories
Adjustable leash
A leash you can shorten or lengthen — useful for training and walks.
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Grooming
Nail clipper
Not much coat to brush, but nails keep growing. Clip them every 2-3 weeks.
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