Irish Wolfhounds 2008 Wall Calendar The shaggy-coated Irish Wolfhound has a peaceful, loving, and quiet personality. These very tall, very powerful dogs need plenty of space to maneuver. Usually graceful but not uncommonly clumsy, they take several years to grow to full sise. Intelligent and trustworthy, they make very wonderful companions. Sometimes these sensitive hounds are simply called ?Irish dogs.? Enjoy this spectacular breed with this wonderful wall calendar.