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16 Amazing Facts About Irish Wolfhounds You Might Not Know

#7 While they come in a variety of shades from cream to black, blue was not a permitted color. In fact, puppies who started to turn blue were destroyed by early breeders. It is now recognized, however, and quite common.

#8 The Royal Irish Regiment of the British Army still uses an Irish wolfhound as a mascot.

#9 In Scotland, a few Irish wolfhounds have been used for herding; they introduced them to sheep through a pet lamb in the kitchen to teach the dog sheep were family, not prey.

Alice White

Written by Alice White

Alice White, a devoted pet lover and writer, has turned her boundless affection for animals into a fulfilling career. Originally dreaming of wildlife, her limited scientific background led her to specialize in animal literature. Now she happily spends her days researching and writing about various creatures, living her dream.

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