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  1. Irish wolfhoundnoun

    large breed of hound with a rough thick coat

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  1. Irish Wolfhoundnoun

    The largest sighthound and tallest dog on average, bred in Ireland to hunt wolves.

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  1. Irish Wolfhound

    The Irish Wolfhound is an Irish breed of large sighthound. It is among the largest of all breeds of dog. It was developed in the late 19th century by G.A. Graham, whose aim was to recreate the old wolfhounds of Ireland, which were believed to be extinct. These had, by their presence and substantial size, inspired literature, poetry and mythology; according to tradition, they were used as guardian dogs and for the hunting of wolves. The modern breed classified by recent genetic research into the Sighthound United Kingdom Rural Clade (Fig. S2), is used by coursing hunters who have prized it for its ability to dispatch game caught by other, swifter sighthounds. In 1902, the Irish Wolfhound was declared the regimental mascot of the Irish Guards.

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  1. irish wolfhound

    An Irish Wolfhound is a breed of domestic dog, specifically a sight hound native to Ireland. Known for its tall stature, it is one of the tallest dog breeds, often standing over 32 inches (81 cm) at the shoulder. Irish Wolfhounds have a rough, shaggy coat and a lean, muscular structure. Despite their size and history of being hunting dogs, they are generally gentle, amicable, and friendly. These dogs are intelligent and sociable, making them good pets and watch dogs. They were once bred to hunt wolves but are now often used as companion animals.

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  1. Irish Wolfhound

    The Irish Wolfhound is a breed of domestic dog, specifically a sighthound. The name originates from its purpose rather than from its appearance. Irish Wolfhounds are the tallest of dog breeds.

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  1. Chaldean Numerology

    The numerical value of Irish Wolfhound in Chaldean Numerology is: 9

  2. Pythagorean Numerology

    The numerical value of Irish Wolfhound in Pythagorean Numerology is: 1


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