There's a reason they call them WOLFhounds

[@karenwittke915]

Thank you all for the wonderful comments. Grail is my boy and is just as lovely as he appears! He's been walking with an extra spring in his step since his grooming!

[@RACEABLE]

Truly amazing dog..

[@susanferretti5781]

He looks like a giant love bug!

[@lillyess385]

Beautiful, gentle dog.

[@MarikuSalana]

He's a lovely dog.

[@ace-of-bats]

Please give him some pets on our behalf ... and maybe a treato or two!

[@shelleymann5242]

My aunt had a rescue Wolfhound who was a big lap baby…well in his own mind. He would lean up against us kiddos for pets and knock us over with his size. I miss that Wolfhound, the big baby

[@antiquegirl6505]

The only one I met, walked up as I was tying my shoelace at a pet expo. She stood over me, licked my face when I looked up, then proceeded to lean on me. The owner was trying to get control, but we were all laughing so hard, it became a pile of people & dog. I just laid (laughing) under the pile and hugged that sweet doggo as she licked my face. We never did figure out why she decided I needed a bath.

[@alifloydtv]

They are the biggest lapdogs :D

[@henrikhyrup3995]

Can confirm the leaning. I was a fast food delivery guy many years ago and one of our regular customers had a wolfhound which got to know me pretty well. As I delivered the food, he would always come up to me and lean his entire bodyweight on me. Don't know why they do that - maybe it's their way of saying "I like you"?

[@Alberich_Prince_of_Dwarves]

All dogs are lapdogs, regardless of size. Though it is quite difficult to have a mastiff or a wolfhound in your lap.

[@Happyheretic2308]

​@@Alberich_Prince_of_Dwarvesmy schoolfriend's Borzoi used to sit in my lap

[@Gunshywally1369]

Grail is such an esteemed gentleman! My grandparents had a Wolfhound named Lucien, there are photos of 3-4 year old me riding him. When I was a baby crawling around he would watch me, and if I was going to close to the stairs or something dangerous, he would pick me up by my diaper or shirt and carry me to his bed. Lots of home videos and photos of that happening. Lucien lived to be 13 (1995-2008)

[@jlamb199]

Wow! THAT is a long life for a Wolfie! How very BLESSED!!❤❤❤ TYFS that wonderful story!😊

[@MessagesFromAurora]

💙💙

[@sonnyburnett9393]

We had a Wolfhound as our family dog when I was a kid and remember the struggle to walk him on a lead while staying upright.

[@colchronic]

The best of boys

[@toneluy8343]

Lucien sounds like a great dog, RIP❤

[@janicebrinson5940]

I went to an event at a store that specializes in outdoor gear. While waiting in a line, an Irish wolfhound decided I was his new best friend and leaned up against me for a while. Let me tell you - when a dog this size makes you his leaning post, you are going to stay put until HE decides you can move! Loved it!❤

[@derekscanlan4641]

I call that the 'lurcher lean'! It's a sighthound thing!

[@ricksmith4736]

@@derekscanlan4641 Great Danes are " Leaners" too.. Another sighthound.....

[@shaliekk]

Lol

[@jacquelinehunter8452]

😂😂 cute! Thanks for sharing

[@harmoniass]

@@ricksmith4736danes are sighthounds? thats so cool

[@djhemry]

I love Grail. He’s beautiful

[@eacole72]

I had the opportunity to interact with a baby Irish Wolfhound one time, at an Irish heritage and cultural festival. He was about 8 months old, and he hadn't learned how to control his drool. He had to wear a beach towel as a bib. He didn't have any idea how big he was (already almost 100 pounds), and he would try to cuddle on the lap of anyone who would sit down in the grass for him. When it came time for the parade, they kept a kid's wagon available for him to hop into if he got tired from walking. It took 3 people to pull it once he got in!

[@spacelasertech8359]

I'm freezing that mental image for when I need a smile. Giant puppy paws... ❤

[@katarzynan3724]

aww 🥰 he must have been cute drool bebe looking like an old doggo 😂

[@spacelasertech8359]

My favorite part of giant dog grooms is the visual of Vanessa walking into the shop with a dog twice her size.

[@RoonMian]

She got lucky that Grail seemed to be too nervous to show her how much he loved her. I'm 6'3" and with mine even my arms were regularly too short to keep my face safe from their tongues.

[@journeytoform]

Which occurs a lot more often given that she's pretty short!

[@diannnoeora]

The visual when she was doing the touch up around Grail’s eyes! Her small hand on his giant snout! It really brought home how large Irish Wolfhounds are AND how gentle they are!

[@kimsmith6666]

There's a Wolfhound support dog in my town. His harness says Please Pet. If you don't pet, he stretches out on the floor, begging for belly rubs. He's just the bestest! Even when he leans on you, and almost knocks you over. Such a good boy! Grail is just beautiful!

[@gregschulte2953]

Have had wolfhounds for decades, they are all very sweet & love people, especially kids. They are very old souls and extremely unique in the canine world.

[@41corsair]

Old Souls now that explains Wolfhounds. Reincarnated Celtic warriors.

[@aaronleverton4221]

@@41corsair Bards, maybe.

[@MrAlexdimm]

What has your experience been with their lifespans? Its said they have about 7 year life spans. Has that been your experience?

[@gregschulte2953]

@@MrAlexdimm lifespans have been from 5 1/2 - 10 years. my smallest hounds seem to be longer lived vs the larger ones. My smallest is/was female 110 lbs, while the largest male was 240 lbs. All of them share the famous Wolfhound personality and are/were wonderful. I would say the average lifespan is 8 years. The one that died young had some health problems.

[@stevensmith743]

Irish Wolfhounds are the most angelic creatures on the planet. I've had two, and they were both perfect.

[@dvdkolk]

What a friendly horse!

[@shakeyj4523]

Fun fact: He weighs 200 pounds. I have a miniature horse that weigh 180. lol

[@yaowsers77]

🤣😂🤣😂

[@coffeenciggy]

My exact reaction! 😂

[@debjoy12]

@@shakeyj4523 Lil Sebastian? 😂

[@asimp64]

What a big sweety

[@akabutu7565]

I've been a dog groomer for over 22 years, I love how you are with the dogs you groom, you are truly talented.

[@TK-ij2xi]

She's a whisperer. ☺️

[@jswmjswm6715]

She is❤❤❤❤

[@rockarola55]

​@@williambarry8015We don't know, but we do know that you are a friendly sort of person 😊

[@ToddDouglasFox]

@@rockarola55Williambarry8015 left the building!

[@jjr1728]

I love labradors

[@loiscassels8966]

I once lived in the Arctic. We had no vet. As the Emergency nurse, people sometimes brought their pets to me. Since I had recently received a wrist slapping for bringing animals in to the Emerg, I remember suturing the leg of Walter, a gorgeous Wolfhound, in the back of a teensy car. He merely turned his massive head to me and said “thank you for helping me” with his eyes. What a glorious beast! ❤️🇨🇦

[@susanferretti5781]

You are awesome for giving the extra care for the animals.

[@loiscassels8966]

@@susanferretti5781 How could I not? I loooove animals. Plus, I’m not one for “always” following the rules. ❤️🇨🇦

[@angelalewis3645]

❤

[@Barbie4U2]

Thank you. - Toronto 🇨🇦

[@AmandaPaige71]

I love this story so much!!❤❤❤😊

[@shiboof]

He reminds me of Gandalf, that straight on look into the camera with his flowing gray locks.........I love your heart, Vanessa. This grand gent got tired, but how polite he remained.

[@claytonstokes8655]

Thank you, thank you, thank you for grooming an Irish Wolfhound! We lost our beautiful baby Boudica in 2020, she was our service for both my wife and I. She was my seizure alert dog and a lean to for my wife. Our hearts were and are still broken at her loss. We got choked up while we watched your video. Thank you so much.

[@lorraineellis1936]

I liked how you allowed him to lie down during his groom. They do have a difficult time standing for long durations. I love my Wolfhound. She is so sweet and she loves people. We affectionately call her our house horse.

[@alonespirit9923]

That "House Horse" pretty much nails it! 😁

[@beesknees213]

Love..."house horse"

[@DtlaDaisy]

House horse!❤

[@BremenSA]

A few years ago we had a Basset Hound and a German Shepherd, then agreed to take care of a friend's Irish Wolfhound for a few days. They got along great, and we were treated to the sight of triple stacked dogs - the basset hound standing under the chest of the German Shepherd, who was herself standing upright beneath the chest of the Irish Wolfhound. I wish I'd taken a picture.

[@jlamb199]

Wow! ❤

[@seculartemplar5407]

Pics or it didn’t happen. JK that sounds wonderful.

[@thatcarlchick7655]

The mere mental image of this has made my day immeasurably better. Thank you for sharing it!

[@grisslebear]

Like a TURDUCKIN, a turkey, stuffed with a duck, stuffed with a chicken... you witnessed the first BAGERWOLF.

[@thatcarlchick7655]

@@grisslebear Glorious. 👑

[@stephgreen3070]

I cleaned for a family with an Irish Wolfhound. They would put her outside when I cleaned and she would lurk around outside the windows of whatever room I was in, waiting for me to be done to give her lots of pets. She was so tall she could stand on all four feet and just look through the windows. She was a gentle, beautiful girl. An interesting fact is that the original Irish Wolfhound’s (wolfdog) lineage was lost to history after the last wolf was killed in Ireland. The modern breed is quite new (mid to late 1800s) vs the old wolfdog which went probably back to Roman trading with the Gaels.

[@adamashlock1787]

That is really interesting, thank you for sharing that.

[@frankadam3328]

Tell us you gave her "pats", not "pets". Sorry, LOL, with a dog that size, we want to be sure she wasn't getting snacks. :)

[@jessgunn6639]

the biggest danger with wolfhounds is when they stand on your toes without knowing! i have 2 very wonky toes thanks to paddy the wolf hound lol

[@s0mguy777]

@repentandbelieveinJesusChrist4 uh?

[@Ambelica]

@repentandbelieveinJesusChrist4God has the worst fan base lol

[@kendexter]

24 years passed but I so miss my Irish WolfHound Balo .He was the biggest male puppy among his siblings ,never seen a bigger after him, and had the kindest soul you can imagine

[@treeleaf7808]

In spite of the nervousness, Grail seems sooo sweet and good-natured. Aww

[@RedeemingAngelBarb]

My late uncle Frank once had a Irish Wolfhound named Wolfie. She was as sweet as cherries Lived for a long time. Still cry for her.

[@TheOriginalArchie]

Bro, I have two friends named Frank and they both have wolfhounds. I always thought that was an interesting fact in my life, and now I see this. LOL. Obviously it's a coincidence but that made me chuckle either way. 😄

[@marthalazcano3104]

I am so sorry... I know what that feels like. I'm sure we'll see them again

[@onlyjesussaves840]

@@marthalazcano3104 We will IF we Are Born again in Jesus Christ, the Only way to God the Father in heaven! Holy Bible: I Corinthians 15: 1 - 4 Believe it, & you're saved~! :) God bless! :)

[@shakeyj4523]

@@onlyjesussaves840 Do you get a recruiting bonus from your church, or are you this pushy naturally?

[@bonjourtoi3894]

Je vous comprends. Je pleure encore mon gros toutou. Ça fera bientôt 6 ans. Un bouvier bernois. 12 ans, 6 mois et 19 jours d'amour et de partage.

[@dawntrottman1421]

I was pinned down by a Wolfhound when I was 12, just so he could give me kisses. That was at a dog show. 40+ years later, I still love the breed.

[@voutsider190]

😂

[@DannyJane.]

I lost my hot dog to a Wolfhound at a dog show. I was watching the competition in the rig and somehow that massive dog managed to sneak up on me and grab it. It was gone before I even registered. To his credit the dog's handler offered to replace the food, which I declined with thanks because I was going to go watch the Rottweilers next.

[@elizabethwhite1014]

@@DannyJane. LMAO... Sneaky Pete! I showed Afghans for several years and I can tell you from experience, sighthounds are masters at silent theft.

[@ryankelly369]

@@DannyJane. That's funny, right there. I thought you said you lost your *dog*. Didn't see the "hot" in front of it. LOLOL

[@tjs114]

@@DannyJane. My top winning basenji mastered the art of getting kids outside the show ring during group competition to give her whatever they were eating. I'm sure there are still people that remember the expression on the late Michelle Billings' face when she examined my girl on the table only to find she'd been sneaking cotton candy -- blue cotton candy-- from the kids ringside. Alas, the ribbon she got that day didn't match the cotton candy. But it did make Mike Billings laugh, which was always fun.

[@janethamil9337]

years ago when my husband and I took a trip to Ireland one of the places we stayed had a resident wolf hound. We were told to be careful when we opened our door to make sure he wasn't laying just outside of it. He was a sweet boy and became fast friends with my husband who likes dogs better than he does humans. Aww the memories

[@johnhelms8226]

You can see the gentleness in his eyes. These are magnificent dogs. They have been bred to take down wolves, which they are very capable of doing, but they love their humans. A true example of man’s best friend.

[@lgempet2869]

I had a Scottish Deerhound some years ago & when bred properly, their sweet temperaments are extremely similar to Irish Wolfhounds. She was the sweetest, kindest dog I ever had & felt blessed to have her for almost 11 years. Truly, she didn’t have a mean bone in her body.💞🥰

[@tullyDT]

They're closely related breeds the deerhound is believed to have been derived from the wolfhound and when the wolfhound was in danger of going extinct the deerhound was used to revive the breed.

[@ayawhite2023]

That's beautiful! I had a mutt that fiercely resembled a wolfhound passed at only 6 years old from Osteosarcoma :((

[@-o_o_o_o_o_o_o_o-]

How lucky you got to have your girl for so long, sadly the scottie's aren't much healthier than their irish cousin. Your girl definitely lived over the average of the breed!

[@debmc2291]

@@ayawhite2023 How sad. 😔

[@fusionfan6883]

Yes we had a Deerhound too and frankly a bomb could go off next to her and she wouldn’t blink an eye. Also she was great around kids who adored this gentle giant. But like so many, she sadly succumbed early to the congenital problems these dogs suffer from.

[@marcolian]

The hospital I work at has an Irish Wolfhound therapy dog. His sheer size can unsettle someone who isn't expecting a small horse but he is a sweetheart! They are so good around people. When we opened a new wing they attached a camera to his collar and let him loose to serve as a tour of the new building. It was a hoot!

[@Vandalynn]

Is it dog therapy or horse therapy lol

[@brianthesnail3815]

Oh that sounds wonderful. I bet the Wolfhound enjoys being petted and stroked as much as the patients enjoy doing it. Does the Wolfhound get to run at full pace sometimes? They kind of need it and then come home and eat and sleep it off for hours.

[@fionam3554]

I knew someone who took theirs to a children's hospice. The dog was big enough she could easily reach kids on beds and gurneys. Very sweet tempered dog

[@theophilus7422]

I have always appreciated this breed as being friendly. I never thought they could be this relaxed. Amazing dogs. I wish they had longer lifespans.

[@peterrumpelmayer457]

Vanessa was very gentle and nice with this boy but he was quite anxious during his grooming. Mine was the same the first few times I bathed him. I don't think he ever learned to enjoy it but he did eventually relax more when I bathed him. Sadly I lost him to cardiomyopathy last year. He was 2 months short of 9 years old when he passed.

[@katymccafferty1435]

Never met one I didn’t like . Greetings from Ireland 🇮🇪

[@CBHtheeswiftie_17]

ngl i read “never met one. greetings from ireland” 💀💀

[@tadhggoreyoneill13666]

I have not been fortunate enough to meet a lot of em but of the 3 I've met all were an absolute joy to be around

[@debbiejohnson3869]

agreed! they are beautiful, sweet and can be fierce when need be! love this breed!

[@thatsthat2612]

An Irish person or a wolfhound? 😂

[@meetoo2330]

Big fan from Eire too ❤

[@deborahbraman3238]

Grail is so beautiful and sweet. Looks and behaves just like my Blake who lived to 14 years. I miss him so very much.

[@belikereepicheep]

My favorite breed and dream dog! I used to go horseback riding at a local ranch as a kid. They would just give us a couple of horses for the day and we would take off. The wolfhounds on the property would run alongside the horses and come along on the adventure! Such magical creatures ✨

[@GreenClassified]

They really are a dream dog ❤

[@chocolatefrenzieya]

For a second, I thought you were going to say you rode the Woflhound. 🤣

[@belikereepicheep]

@@chocolatefrenzieya 🤣 I mean they are pretty much a horse themselves 🏇

[@illise]

@@chocolatefrenzieya I though the same lol

[@chocolatefrenzieya]

@@belikereepicheep Right! ha!

[@melissasaint3283]

My young children, who love your channel, just read "Mr and Mrs Button's Wonderful Watchdogs" and wanted me to find out more about Wolfhounds, and here you are 24 hours later delivering the good like a fairy godmother. Thank you! My daughter has been sick and having a hard few days and this will make her so happy.

[@geolassx5755]

I hope your daughter feels good soon!🐶

[@GodsArtGallery111]

Sending lots of love to you and your daughter! That’s so cool that this video showed up in perfect timing like that! Hope your daughter feels better soon, these videos always help me feel better too when I don’t feel well. ❤️

[@Rhiaanon]

Hope your daughter gets well soon! Irish Wolfhound’s are awesome and love people. I have one and she is fawn colored. A big blonde baby that lives people.

[@cosmicbrownie2312]

A lady in my neighborhood owned a pack of 4, all really well behaved when they were on walks, and they passed by my mini Cockapoo greeting her (even though she gets really anxious around big dogs). They also all would sit outside in her front yard like statues when I pass by and greet me. Such nice tube boys

[@ellecampbell3271]

My husband and I had a lovely pair we shared our early years with. “Titus and Eiran “ were super smart and affectionate. Long walks on the beach in Vancouver is the best with these fireplace family dogs. I miss them both and the husband who passed a year ago. I am grateful we lived his boyhood dream of having an Irish Wolfhound. Actually 2. Great memories for my golden years. ❤❤❤

[@chrisbrunette9495]

Mine only whined when I brushed his front legs , he hated it.. he just passed a month ago😢 I miss him so much there’s nothing like the love of a wolfhound. ❤ he was 7

[@geewhizwally9005]

I pet sat for a Irish Wolfhound for several days, staying at their house. That dog was so obedient and gentle. That experience really turned me into a fan of the breed.

[@Brandtphenom]

*An* Irish 🙇‍♂️

[@holboroman]

It's funny, but in Sydney a few weeks ago (I am sure these two were outliers) two Irish Wolfhounds attacked a woman walking a Jack Russell. The poor little dog died and the woman ended up in hospital in quite a mess. Personally I like these big fellas and have come across them a few times and they were in no way threatening. I'm amazed that this pair were so damn aggressive. Maybe it had something to do with their upbringing and upkeep.

[@tygerstripes3752]

@@holboroman I did a quick search on this attack and found this: "Irish wolfhound expert Stephen Gendle said the dogs were likely bull Arab crossbreeds, which were commonly used by pig hunters. “Once you start crossing in breeds, then the temperament becomes unstable,” he told 7NEWS." Also, both wolfhounds were off their leashes and their owner fled the scene when he realized the dogs were attacking this woman and her dog. When dogs are out on their own, they can revert to 'pack' behavior and become quickly dangerous.

[@richardjones2811]

Mongrel breeds are dangerous. Pedigree all the way. @@tygerstripes3752

[@steve5772]

@@tygerstripes3752 I used to have a Wolfhound x German Shepherd. Lovely playful dog most of the time, but yes, he'd got a changeable temperament.

[@MsStarsea]

One of my favourite breeds, I love their gentle personalities. Even though he was nervous and protested the brushing, it never even crossed his mind to retaliate. A good boi.

[@artangel1115]

It's so nice to see Vanessa branch out a bit to ponies!

[@millicentsquirrelhole582]

Hahaha

[@alycewich4472]

As a horsewoman, I've seen smaller ponies!

[@1stDoNoHarm63]

I have a miniature horse and an Irish Wolfhound. They weigh about the same but my Wolfhound is taller. ❤ They're super fun!

[@hendrickswart4122]

The hound of the Baskerville.

[@ddatx]

I watched another groomer today and must say you’re behavior with dogs is amazing. You always talk to them, take their personalities and physical as well as emotional well being into consideration. You are a joy to watch, not just for your skill but for your love of working with them. You are a joy to watch.

[@talkaboutwacky]

What a gentle giant. He did so good for his first groom

[@babablackiesheep]

My Momo was a chocolate lab irosh wolf hound mix. He was the absolute best boy in the world. So gentle with the kids and he acted like a puppy all 12 years of his life. RIP my big scruffy baby.

[@YourPalQWERTY]

Thanks for sharing your memories of your fur baby. My big guy is 6 and I don’t look forward to the day he leaves us 😭

[@PrabhavKhandelwal]

Thanks for sharing ❤

[@lauraokelly2644]

I work at a big box hardware store and we have a pair of Irish Wolfhounds as regular visitors. I tend to drop everything just so I can get leaned on while I scratch their heads. A day without wolfhounds is like a day without sunshine.

[@meghanworkman6449]

We were at an outdoor festival a few years ago and met a couple with three Irish Wolfhounds. They were gorgeous dogs, and very calm and well-behaved in spite of the loud crowds of people all around them. It was startling to see in person and up close how truly massive they are.

[@karanallen2528]

My brother had one named Tara and she was just so sweet, I just wish they had a longer life span.

[@CatCaretakerID]

OMG he looks amazing after you finished grooming him. Such a huge, gorgeous guy! I love the big dogs.

[@tomperkins6389]

The first time I met one of these giants I was stunned. Not just by their size but their gentleness and loyalty. Wonderful dogs.

[@VicStrange9]

Look at this beautiful being. No wonder they called him Grail, he sure is one of the greatest treasures.

[@melaniecribbs4802]

He is a gorgeous boy. You always put the animals comfort and safety first. You are a wonderful human!

[@WhyAreWeAwake]

Wow! So gentle, so tolerant, despite being so nervous! What a champion. I hope he will someday enjoy being brushed, at least!

[@JonahzVoice3-4]

It touched my heart to see you sit cross-legged on the floor next to this beautiful hound as you brushed him. ❤Kindness ❤

[@lisal4824]

I was so lucky to have a friend who owned a wolfhound. She was the sweetest girl. Every afternoon she would get the zoomies and run a big circular course with her German shepherd brother and her yorkie sister. It was a sight watching the three of them.

[@hazelco8622]

Wow, must be an amazing sight to be seeing a wolfhound with a yorkie. From the tallest to among the smallest. And if the yorkie is older, she is boss.

[@richardsmith1898]

Zoomies? lol You mean gallop-ies? =D

[@JDurham124]

I met a pair on River Street in Savannah. I asked the owners if I could come closer, and I also got to pet them. The fur wasn’t at all what I expected!

[@foolofatook9867]

Does it mean they are not only big softies inside but soft to touch too?

[@lunasky5635]

@@foolofatook9867my neighbor’s wolfhound has coarse hair. Like a wire hair terrier.

[@skehleben7699]

The absolute BEST personalities! I spent the last week pet sitting one named Bernie.I stayed at his house, the owners are friends, and he was so sweet and well behaved!

[@angela799]

What an absolutely gorgeous, gentle sweetie.

[@quarantinedcosmonaut4082]

I have a Wolfhound Newfoundland mix. He's so gentle and so sweet. He's very protective of my son and needs to be by his side always. They're excellent family dogs.

[@MountainFisher]

Do you know what the Newfoundland mix means for your son's well being if anyone tries to harm him?

[@charylliss1721]

He's so adorable in the happy hoody.It's sad that such hugely amazing, wonderful dogs are with us for such a short time

[@sarahr5392]

Back when I was a dog groomer my manager would regularly groom two older wolfhounds. They were the must gentle and darling giants! I always had to love on them and snuggle when they came by.

[@scottbertelson352]

Amazing how calm he was for his first ever groom. That speaks both to you and to the owners socializing as well as to the breed. Thank you for posting the video.

[@lsporter88]

You can tell that he has a great temperament. He's magnificent. Great video.

[@sylviah3098]

What a handsome boy! My vet actually has 4 Irish Wolfhounds and everyday is bring your pet to work day! 😂♥️♥️ they’re an absolute amazing breed.

[@AngelDame17]

What a Handsome and Sweet Boy! Behaved so well despite being so nervous. I hope his Doggy Parents gave him lots of cuddles and treats when they picked him up

[@silkenaria]

Irish Wolfhounds are even tempered and goofy loving babies to their families. I had one as a teenager, he was a very sweet boy. I wish he had lived longer, only 5 short years. R.I.P. Glenamada Excalibur Calaban, we just called him Whiskey.

[@torduck4804]

I wanted one for a long time but their short lifespan put me off, so we rescued a wolfhound cross blue heeler, who’s currently ten and a half and luckily has avoided the health issues these beautiful dogs have.

[@waynejohnson5611]

I had a beautiful female named Kaley for her 9 and a half years on the planet. She was a wonderful dog and to this day I still miss her, even after almost 20 years. Her grace and loyalty was second to none. A real treasure. She was the only handicapped assist Wolfhound in the nation for epilepsy as well and she loved her training with her momma.

[@dedlos]

Irish wolfhounds are beautiful. One of my favoritest dogs. So wish they lived much longer.😢👍

[@kkascha]

i want one so bad. I’m crying, watching videos about them.

[@juliahaynie764]

What a handsome guy! So glad he had you got his first groom!

[@AE-ld9ck]

I grew up with an otterhound/Irish wolfhound rescue, named Buddy. He was the friend of everyone, especially the neighborhood kids. They are truly the definition of gentle giants, very sensitive and love their people. One time a coyote was passing by the yard next to us and it was like a different dog appeared in place of Buddy, he scared the coyote off, got a quick drink of water and rolled over in the grass next to us for a belly rub. Lol

[@cq9882]

Beautiful

[@DarkKnightofIT]

"OI! BUZZ OFF! ...belly rubs?"

[@Conundrums._]

An otter hound? Really? Otter hounds are super rare if I recall.

[@peterzang]

Excellent!

[@richardpcrowe]

It is wonderful to have the ideal combination of gentleness and protectiveness in a large dog. My Great Pyrenees chased off a coyotefrom the other side of the fence and was angry that she could no chase it further, so she bent the chain links with her jaws. On the other hand, my friend's toddler can walk her on a lead in the confines of my fenced yard.

[@mhar805633]

My 2 male Wolfhounds are zonked out on the floor next to me as i watched this... lol I've had Wolfhounds for 20 years and can't imagine life without them. I wish more groomers had walk-in showers like you have, i always have to stay during the groom and help lift my boys in and out of the tubs. Plus, Wolfhounds don't like being away from their people, so me staying helps keep them relaxed and calm. I had one groomer who used to lay on her back with my hounds standing and brush their undersides... I told her i was going to get her a mechanics creeper so she could be more comfortable and roll around easier. LOL

[@jlamb199]

What are your boys names?

[@RoseNZieg]

the rollers are probably most welcome too.

[@CandideSchmyles]

Same here, a bit over 20yrs being entirely owned by my Wolfhounds and Deerhounds. Life without them simply unimaginable. Deerhound is the cheeky, mischievous breed but Wolfhound is deep under the skin affection and love you can't know till you experience it.

[@derekscanlan4641]

@@CandideSchmyles deerhounds are just amazing! both breeds just love their humans so much

[@robertahardy2295]

I love Irish Wolfhounds! What a treat to see you groom one. I wish Grail and his family the best!

[@johnlockhart5889]

Grail is beautiful, almost as beautiful as my Tyrone. And his groomer loves him.

[@angelawilkinson8869]

I used to work at a boarding kennel & was honored to care for one of the gorgeous gentle giants. When I walked him, I'm only 5foot one inch tall & weigh 105 pounds, I always laughed because it felt like walking a pony. Wolfhounds are truly gentle & calm.❣🐾❣🐾❣

[@jenniferlynn3537]

My high school best friend’s family had 2 Irish wolfhounds whom I nicknamed “the ponies.” Spot-on accurate about their kind, laid-back demeanor. Watching the wolfhound “trot” never ceased to make me smile - there’s nothing quite like it!!!

[@CanidRose]

We had an Irish Wolfhound we named Freya while I was growing up! Such sweet, sensitive dogs, I literally couldn't think of a better temperament for a family pet. When we went camping and I (a short tween at the time) walked her, we'd get a lot of comments about how I should put a saddle on her lol! We had a tiny Rat Terrier at the same time named Ruby, who Freya worshipped. Watching them play together was so funny, because it was the one time Freya seemed truly aware of how much bigger she was and was always so careful and gentle to not crush her playmate. Meanwhile Ruby was, well, a terrier... So she played by going for the throat lol. Like I said, Freya worshipped Ruby, and Ruby tolerated Freya. Freya did eventually get a taste of her own medicine in the worship department; when I got my rescue dog, he absolutely ADORED Freya! She'd try to walk into the living room, and he'd just throw himself down, belly-up, at her feet, all "Hi, hi I love you, please notice me, I love you...!" Freya was unimpressed lol.

[@LS-mc2rv]

Sounds like you have many wonderful memories! Thanks for sharing. :)

[@gloriastroedecke2717]

I love Irish Wolf Hounds. When I was in high school a neighbor of mine had one. My leaving for school and return from school coincided with Basil's walk. He was named for both Basil Rathbone and Basil Fawlty. I had the pleasure of walking alongside Basil and his human part of the way home twice a day and I loved it.Such a sweet and tender soul.

[@tigeriussvarne177]

I was lucky to grow up with a Irish Wolfhound, he was my bodyguard and I learned to walk with him, miss you Arthus!

[@aliciahowell9617]

I’m so happy to see another gentle giant sighthound come visit you! I’ve adopted retired racing greys for 23 years and just adore all the sweet Sighthounds. Grail is so handsome and such a good boy. I’ve always wanted to add an Wolfhound to my family but fear the shorter life span. I get so attached to my hounds and losing one just tears me apart. These gentle giants are my favorite!

[@Uufda651]

Better to have them for a short time than none at all

[@derekscanlan4641]

proper diet and exercise can make a big difference I own, foster and board all manner of sighthounds... there is just nothing like them in the world!

[@shannonmondragon2888]

One of my coworkers at the shelter had a wolfhound named Darcy, she was amazing. We'd set her up in a room with baby kittens so we could take pictures of them climbing her, the two month old kittens were roughly the size of her ear. She would lay there all happy and be so gentle with these tiny creatures that she loved. Darcy's owner had also trained her to stand up and put her paws on her shoulders, which was always a spectacle, given that her owner was 5'9" and Darcy on her hind legs was taller.

[@brickclickcat2893]

stunning dogs. their look and size make them look like something out of a fantasy film when you see one on the street

[@JBaxter-pi8oj]

What a beautiful boy! And what a gentle giant. Thank you for sharing his video and for giving him such loving care.

[@monetstallion9363]

Grail is such a handsome, gentle giant 😊 Vanessa is so gifted with the animals she grooms. I'm so glad I found this channel.

[@cerebraltackle]

Our pup looked EXACTLY like an Irish Wolfhound shrunk to a 50 pound size. He was the cutest, best puppers ever. I will always love him and I miss him every single day.

[@MissMeganBeckett]

We met an Irish wolfhound at the tulip festival this year, my Shiba Inu was walking back and forth under the wolfhound’s stomach, wolfhounds are so tall.

[@frecklesnh338]

I love every single video you publish. Thank you for your sweet and wonderful efforts for dogs who are in serious need of help, especially those with heavy matting.

[@devonvergiels5185]

Years ago I was delivering a ring to a customer and the owner jokingly says to his Wolfhound "watch her" as he headed up the staircase to show his wife. Dog plants himself on the landing, head on paws and says 'uff' in the tiniest dog voice. Still makes me smile.

[@jesswright8279]

You love the challenge of the big dogs as well as the fabulous before and afters! Lovely to see what a well groomed wolfhound is meant to look like.

[@gking407]

Every video is a story and lesson. I appreciate people who demonstrate such passion, patience, and excellence as this young lady.

[@NoxBVansyn]

I met an Irish Wolfhound a few years ago outside a 7/11. Her head came up to my chest and all she had to do to sniff my face was lift her head. I’m 5’2. She was one of the sweetest dogs I’d ever met.

[@ImpureForce]

Experts in counter surfing 😂

[@opyshuichiro8809]

My Mother loves this breed. At their place right now, there is a 9 year old beautiful boy, which is the second Irish Wolfhound we ever had. I had the pleasure to grow up along these dogs, and let me tell you, I never felt this loved by an animal. Always greeted for 15 minutes at the door when coming back, they are a massive loving fluff. Sadly, because of their size and weight, they are almost guaranteed to be subject to osteoarthritis. Their rear tends to struggle a lot around 8 to 9 yo, which makes it very painful for them to stand up. Also you need a massiv trunk in your car, cause this beast needs to visit the vet quite a lot in the last quarter of their life, and if that trunk is not wide or high enough, this will be very painful for the Wolfhound. A ramp to get them inside the trunk is also almost mandatory, as lifting 70 kgs is not the easiest thing to do. I now prefer tall dogs a lot more than smaller ones thanks to this breed, and I will never forget the love I received from both of them for near 20 years of my short 25 years life.

[@slaughterhouse5585]

Irish Wolfhounds are so sweet and gentle!

[@LadyEmu]

This made my day! As a proud owner of three IW girls, it's such a treat to see them appear on your channel. It's not too often one sees these absolutely gorgeous, superkind, patient and majestic dogs, unfortunately.

[@ronsamborski6230]

Dogs at the extreme ends of dogdom (size, weight, temperament, etc.) are less common because they are extreme. Not everyone would like to have a dog the size of a small horse, or with nonstop energy like a Belgian Malinois. Same goes for looks. A Chinese Crested Dog or an English bulldog appeal to some people, others prefer more common, standard appearances in their dogs. Lots of people have Golden Retrievers, but others prefer short-coated breeds. Different strokes for different folks, right?

[@LadyEmu]

@@ronsamborski6230 Looking for where I wrote that it is the breed for everyone instead of how it brings me joy to see them when they do appear?

[@diannnoeora]

@@LadyEmu@ronsamborski6230 sounds more like a teacher giving information, rather than disagreeing with you. At first, I thought he was, but as I continued reading what he wrote, he reminded me so much of my elder brother. He writes the same way, but would never mean to give offense or put someone’s opinion down. He tends to be very awkward in how he talks or write to other people, but loves to exchange information and/or give another viewpoint. Absolutely brilliant, but awkward. I’ve never seen an IW in person, and would love to. My favorite breed is the Pomeranian and I have a lovely 5pound one. But I love all dogs, even though I don’t personally want a large one.

[@KindCountsDeb3773]

@@ronsamborski6230 Yes ! Sometimes people get the dog they fell in love with as a child. I wish more would get a pet that FIT their life and lifestyle. It would suit the dog/pet and many wouldn't be in shelters/rescues.

[@ronsamborski6230]

@@LadyEmu I hope you weren’t upset or offended by my comment. I think it’s awesome that you have three Irish Wolfhounds. My only in-person experience with one was many years ago. I was a utility service person (cable TV), and as I approached a house, a huge IW came around the corner to greet me. The homeowner yelled to me, “He’s friendly, he’s friendly!” He was concerned that I would be freaked out by his dog, but I knew of their good natured demeanor and had no problem with the dog at all. I wish you the best with your trio of Wolfhounds and everything else. 👍🏼

[@erinsallen2451]

We lost our 5 year old son at a Renaissance Fair one year. We found him in with the Irish wolf hounds. There were 10 wolf hounds & 1 small 5 year old boy just hanging out. The breeder said she'd never seen a kid so comfortable with the giant dogs.

[@debmc2291]

There were always lots Irish Wolfhounds at the Renn Faires in Council Bluffs, Iowa.

[@erinsallen2451]

@@debmc2291 that's exactly where we were!😀

[@debmc2291]

@@erinsallen2451 Oh wow, that's awesome.

[@Hehemann007]

These are so cool. Met one on the subway and couldn't stop looking. Had to ask the owner all kinds of questions. Seems like such gentle giants

[@jhk3594]

Love that 🥰 "gentle when stroked, fierce when provoked"🤩

[@cliffwheeler7357]

I get the impression, the bigger the dog, the better the behaviour. This handsome fellow is incredibly laidback.

[@ninakaiser2930]

What a huge gentle giant! He did so well for his first groom. So glad you took him on! It warms my heart to see you help owners that don’t know where to go. And dogs neglected or refused by other groomers. And always there is so much kindness in your speaking - and no judgement. We need more Vanessas around the world!

[@ElGato1947]

YES!

[@karenwittke915]

Grail is my dog. He has been bathed, brushed, clipped, trimmed and stripped his whole life. As Vanessa mentioned, his nails were short. He is also not my first wolfhound. This is his first time at a professional groomers. Glad you enjoyed the video.

[@ninakaiser2930]

@@karenwittke915 You for sure did an amazing job for here!

[@hmm8454]

A while back my family's vet had a wolf hound named Tristan. By the time we left he was 14 years old.

[@Indypendy]

I’m not a groomer but I was taught how to groom by a poodle breeder and my dog is over 12 years now. And I must say this lady is amazing. The dogs she has groomed and how she has to make decisions about the dogs on the fly, I’m very impressed.

[@ColleenMarsh-u3f]

What a handsome gentleman! My Irish wolfhound was the best girl ❤ I miss her every day

[@carolynhoover9444]

I truly love how you groom the dogs that come to you for high-quality grooming, with the most important being you know your dogs and care about them❤

[@ellethecryptid]

Just met 9 of these beauties yesterday at an Irish Festival! They are the most gentle and kind dogs!