Editing Irish Wolfhound (section)

==Temperament==
Irish Wolfhounds have a varied range of personalities and are most often noted for their personal quirks and individualism.<ref>{{cite book|author=McBryde, Mary|title=The Irish Wolfhound: Symbol of Celtic Splendor.|year=1998|publisher=John Wiley & Sons|page=15|isbn=978-0-87605-169-6}}</ref> An Irish Wolfhound, however, is rarely mindless, and, despite its large size, is rarely found to be destructive in the house or boisterous. This is because the breed is generally introverted, intelligent, and reserved in character. An easygoing animal, the Irish Wolfhound is quiet by nature. Wolfhounds often create a strong bond with their family and can become quite destructive or morose if left alone for long periods of time.<ref name="McBryde, Mary 1998 14">{{cite book|author=McBryde, Mary|title=The Irish Wolfhound: Symbol of Celtic Splendor.|year=1998|publisher=John Wiley & Sons|page=14|isbn=978-0-87605-169-6}}</ref>

The Irish Wolfhound makes for an effective and imposing guardian. The breed becomes attached to both owners and other dogs they are raised with and is therefore not the most adaptable of breeds. Bred for independence, an Irish Wolfhound is not necessarily keen on defending spaces. A wolfhound is most easily described by its historical motto, "gentle when stroked, fierce when provoked".<ref name="McBryde, Mary 1998 14"/>

Irish Wolfhounds are often favored for their loyalty, affection, patience, and devotion. Although at some points in history they have been used as watchdogs, unlike some breeds, the Irish Wolfhound is usually unreliable in this role as they are often friendly toward strangers, although their size can be a natural deterrent. However, when protection is required this dog is never found wanting. When they or their family are in any perceived danger they display a fearless nature. Author and Irish Wolfhound breeder Linda Glover believes the dogs' close affinity with humans makes them acutely aware and sensitive to ill will or malicious intentions leading to their excelling as a guardian rather than guard dog.<ref>{{cite book|author=Glover, Linda|title=Irish wolfhound (World of Dogs)|publisher=TFH|year=1999|isbn=978-1-85279-077-6}}</ref>