Irish Wolfhound
Ook bekend als: Great Hound of Ireland, Irish Hound
Ireland
- Levensduur
- 6-8 j
- Gewicht
- 41-70 kg
- Beweging
- Gemiddeld
Rassenprofiel
- Grootte
- Reus
- Rastype
- Rashond
- Trainbaarheid
- Hoog
- Vachtverzorging
- Laag
- Allergievriendelijk
- Nee
- Thuis
- Heeft ruimte nodig
- Water
- Vermijdt het
- Het beste voor
- Enige ervaring
- Gewicht reu
- 54-70 kg
- Gewicht teef
- 41-54 kg
- Temperament
- Gentle, Independent, Prey-driven
Beschrijving
The Irish Wolfhound cuts an imposing figure, yet their heart is pure gold. They're the gentle giants of the dog world, moving with a surprising grace for their size. Despite a hunting past, today’s Wolfhound is a devoted family companion, happiest sprawled on a soft rug or leaning gently against a loved one. They form deep, almost spiritual bonds, offering quiet companionship and an unwavering loyalty. Their presence is calming, a steady and loving anchor in any home, though their immense size means they inevitably take up a lot of space: on the sofa, in the car, and certainly in your heart.
Gezondheid
Veelvoorkomende problemen
- Gastric dilatation-volvulus (GDV) (Bloat)
- Eye disorders
- Hip dysplasia
- Ear infections
Aanbevolen onderzoeken
- Owner education on bloat for giant/large sighthounds
- Owner education on bloat
- Consider prophylactic gastropexy where appropriate
- Anesthesia plan tailored to sighthounds
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