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Does an Irish Wolfhound Shed?

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Does an Irish Wolfhound Shed?

Grooming. Irish Wolfhounds have a double coat

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A dog's coat is composed of two layers: a top coat of stiff guard hairs that help repel water and shield from dirt, and an undercoat of soft down hairs, to serve as insulation. Dogs with both under coat and top coat are said to have a double coat.
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that consists of a harsh, wiry outer coat covering a soft undercoat. They shed throughout the year, but not to an excessive degree. A thorough brushing once a week or so will help to remove dirt and loose hair and keep the dog looking his best.

Is an Irish Wolfhound hypoallergenic?

Are Irish Wolfhounds Hypoallergenic? No, Irish Wolfhounds are not hypoallergenic. And the reason is because, while not extreme, they do lose some hair on a regular basis. The hair itself often isn't the sole cause of the allergies, the dander (or dead skin) and dried saliva is.

Is the Irish Wolfhound a good family dog?

The Irish Wolfhound is, on average, the tallest dog breed in the world, although several other breeds can outweigh them. ... But for families with plenty of room to roam, Irish Wolfhounds make for extremely loving companions, even to children.

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