in Awww 15 Amazing Facts About Irish Wolfhounds You Probably Never Knew by Judy Powell May 24, 2024, 3:06 pm 0share Facebook Twitter Email Pinterest 4 Oliver Cromwell decreed that the dogs not be allowed out of Ireland after their numbers had dwindled, thus saving the breed. Credit Judy Powell 5 The famous Dorothy Osborne requested an Irish wolfhound from Henry Cromwell when he was courting her. Although she received two of them from Cromwell, she did not marry him. Credit Judy Powell 6 While today’s hounds are known as “gentle giants,” ancient Irish wolfhounds were fierce protectors – so much so that all guests had to be secured indoors prior to letting the dogs loose to protect the grounds at night. Credit Judy Powell Page 2 of 5Previous 12345Next0share Facebook Twitter Email Pinterest See more Previous article 14 Things That Make Your Irish Wolfhound Happy Next article 15 Pictures Only Shar-Pei Dog Owners Will Think Are Funny Leave a Reply Cancel replyYour email address will not be published. Required fields are marked *Comment * Name * Email * Website Save my name, email, and website in this browser for the next time I comment.
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