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Coesoig's Moor |
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Coesoig was born 11 May 1998 in Kansas.
We adopted him 19 January 1999,
from the IW rescue in Kansas City;
He was 33" tall and a paltry 80 lbs.
Currently (6.26.99) he is 35.25" and 110 lbs. |
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Coesoig is simply a joy. He is silly but very smart and very laid back. He knows sit, down, stay, stand, come, shake, wave, up, off, back, and bark. Dominance is not an issue with him; he could not care less about it. At the same time he is not going to take anything from another dog if need be. He protects Andromeda from other dogs when needed. And we firmly believe that if need be he would protect us to the death! He is ultra friendly and has to say hello to every living thing he sees. This is a little annoying- but he comes right back. He likes water out of the faucet and a bone to chew before bed. In short we cannot understand how he could have been neglected. Coming from a rescue we know nothing of the health of the dogs in his pedigree. This is the sacrafice made when rescuing a dog. We have researched nutrition to ensure that we give Coesoig the best chance of maintaining optimum canine health. Coesoig does not have problems with his teeth, bad breath, gas, doggie odor, or his anal glands. Coesoig has small, firm, odorless (yes odorless) stools! Coesoig loves life and he loves food!
Coesoig eats a raw natural diet! Find out why!
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Coesoig's Photo Gallery |
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What's new with Coesoig |
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Coesoig's Profile and our experience with Wolfhound Rescue |
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History of the Irish Wolfhound |
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A typical Coesoig pose; 10mo. |
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***To be owned by an Irish Wolfhound is a rare and wonderful experience. But they are not an easy breed to keep. Being the tallest dog breed comes with its disadvantages. Wolfhounds have many genetic health problems and a relatively short life span. They are expensive to care for. They are a very sensitive breed that needs to be trained using only positive reinforcment. They are house dogs, period! They would go crazy left alone outside away from the people they love. They are sighthounds that require daily exercise in a large, secure area where they can gallop. When purchasing a Wolfhound it is imperative that one seek out a responsible breeder that screens for conformation, health, and temperament. This breeder should also thoroughly screen you to decide whether or not you are worthy to have the pleasure of owning one of their hounds. When looking for a responsible breeder check out your local breed clubs through the IWCA. There are also MANY hounds in rescues across the country who (like Coesoig) would make wonderful family members. For more information on what to look for in a breeder or rescue check out our Elysian Field page. Owning a dog is a huge responsibility. One should never do so without first doing tons of research!*** |
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Any and all of the information that deals with, special care for IW puppies, how to know if a breeder is responsible, IW health, etc. can be found through the links below. Feel free to contact us at [email protected] with any questions. |
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Wolfhound (& Sighthound) Links |
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Irish Wolfhound Club of America
Irish Wolfhound-H - lots of great IW links
Welcome to Irish Wolfhounds - a wealth of info. on the breed as well as natural and holistic care
Irish Wolfhound Internet Trust
American Sighthound Field Association
The Irish Wolfhound World Web Connection
Irish Wolfhound Web Page
Sunstag Irish Wolfhounds - a wonderful breeding program, (don't hold me accountable)
Red Branch Irish Wolfhounds - a wonderful page with lots of IW links and all things Irish.
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Coesoig at 16mo. a bit butt high from standing on a slope! |
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Yasashiikuma Irish Wolfhounds - more great links
IW's at Falcon's Den
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Some quick Wolfhound folklore... |
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It would seem that many revel in the misty history of the Wolfhound. And I myself enjoy knowing that there is such a breadth of history. -Commentary- It is a bit annoying when people try to get all Celt with everything as if it is trendy and as if Irish is synonymous with Celt, when in fact most do not even know who the Celts were. It is somewhat hard to describe this scenario but you will know it when you see it. Enough of that...
Ever seen the Irish whiskey Tullamore Dew (an exceptional brand)? It has Wolfhounds on the label and a little story to go with it. From memory I believe it goes as such. A prince of Wales came to hunt in Ireland and left his young son in camp with a Wolfhound. When the party returned they found blood everywhere and the prince feared the worst. But then they saw the hound lying beside the boy with dead wolves strewn about.
Here some real Celtic lore; it comes from the Tain Bo Cualinge (Cattle Raid of Cooley), the most famous tale of the Ulster Cycle, which all revolve around legendary ruler Conchobar. The tale was written down in the 9th cent. but the story traces back to Iron Age times. The central hero's name is Cu Chulainn (Hound of Culann). How he is christened this is in where our Wolfhound comes (obviously we are not sure if this dog is exactly like the modern Wolfhound, but from the Roman Quintus Aurellius' writing in 391, we know the Irish dogs were beasts).
Sedanta mac Sualtamh was a young boy who excelled in all feats. As he played in the king's courtyard, Conchobar, on his way to Culann's house for dinner, was astonished by the boy's incredible skill, so he invited the boy to join him. Sedanta excepted but wanted to finish playing first. Conchobar arrived at the feast and forgot to tell Culann about the boy, so he released his monstrous hound to guard the house and cattle. Just then the boy came into sight and the hound charged (imagine that). The boy through aside his ball, seized the dog and smashed it against a rock, killing it. Conchobar was extremely relieved for the boy he then recognized as his sister's son. Culann was relieved but mourned losing his mighty hound. Sedanta swore to him that he would protect his home until he had raised and readied another dog to take his place. Cathbad the Druid then named him Cu Chulainn.
I know the dog was killed, but look how it is revered in the story. That is what counts. |
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The Vestibule |
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