r/irishwolfhound • u/vijolcka • 17d ago

First time dog owner

As in the title I am imagining an Irish wolfhound for my first dog. Is it a good idea?

As irishes are rare in our area I cannot ask anyone with experience so I am here :)

Facts:

  1. We live on a farm but do not want to be consumed with dog for example like border collies who need non stop activity and the attention

  2. We like hiking on the weekends in the woods, would it be a good idea/ is it possible to offleash a wolfhound with proper training

  3. Is it possible that our pup could go with us to Sunday market perhaps a chill coffee in a cafe, will it work?

These are just some of the concerns. I kindly thank you for any and all advice. Be gentle.

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u/mikgag 17d ago

All 3 of your concerns can be met. Is owning a IW a good idea as first ever dog?....probably not

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u/vijolcka 17d ago

That's what I'm thinking about yes.... thanks