Breed Feature – Irish Wolfhound

IRISH WOLFHOUND

The Irish Wolfhound is an intelligent dog and learns very quickly and is easy to train but becomes bored easily with repetitive exercises...

The Irish Wolfhound is a truly ancient breed. There are written records by the Greek Philosopher Arrian from about 100AD describing the Celtic Hound. Arrian had his own Celtic dog and she was described as blue-grey in colour and swift, and neat on her feet. A dog’s skull was found in a peat bog in Ireland that very closely resembles the modern hound and has been dated at approximately 3000 years old. They are mentioned in The Book of Kels which was written by Irish Monks about 1000AD and are mentioned in many Celtic myths and legends.

Irish Wolfhounds have been given as gifts to many Royal Households throughout Europe through the ages and these gifts to Scottish Clans led to the development of the Scottish Deerhound.

With the agrarian development of Ireland under English rule, the need for the Wolfhound disappeared and the breed came close to extinction.

The Irish Wolfhound was rescued by the efforts of Capt. Graham, a retired Army Officer and a group of dedicated friends. They travelled through Ireland and gathered all the Hounds they could find and commence the revival of the Breed. This was done with very careful breeding with mainly Scottish Deerhounds and laid the foundation for the magnificent breed we have today. There are many Irish Wolfhounds all around the world today due to the efforts of Capt Graham and his friends.

Irish Wolfhounds are some of the most generous and kind dogs, and will form an incredible bond with their family. They are kind and considerate with children and other animals.

The Wolfhound requires daily exercise to stay in good condition and this is good for the Wolfhound and their people. Weekly grooming and a bath every 2 or 3

The Irish Wolfhound is an intelligent dog and learns very quickly and is easy to train but becomes bored easily with repetitive exercises and does not excel in the Obedience Ring.

The Irish Wolfhound is a Sight Hound and still has the instincts and abilities to hunt and because these qualities are so strong they are excellent Lure Coursers. They enjoy coursing and it is a great activity for the Wolfhound and their humans.

Wolfhounds have been successful in the Show Ring with their size and commanding appearance catching the eye of the Judge on many occasions.

The Irish Wolfhound is the King of the Dog World and is an amazing companion in any families life and his great size and quiet dignity gains admiration where ever he goes.

IRISH WOLFHOUND CLUB OF QUEENSLAND

The Irish Wolfhound Club Of Queensland has been going since 2016 and has around 50 members made up of breeders, pet owners and show goers from all over Australia.

We have many get-togethers during the year including our Specialty Show held at the Durack Sports Grounds normally in August, St Patrick’s day in Brisbane city, the gathering at Ipswich Turf Club and many smaller get togethers such as Southbank walks,beach walks and Sunday lunches at dog friendly pubs.

We meet generally 4 times a year for our club meeting at Durack.

If you would like more info on the club or Irish Wolfhounds you can contact the secretary Chris Gorman at iwcqld2016@gmail.com