WONDERS OF AN IRISH WOLFHOUND.

Item request has been placed! ×
Item request cannot be made. ×
loading   Processing Request
Read Online Read More Add to Saved list
  • Author(s): Clapson, Jog
  • Source:
    Soldiers. Feb2017, Vol. 73 Issue 2, p24-27. 4p. 7 Color Photographs.
  • Additional Information
    • Subject Terms:
      IRISH wolfhound; WAR use of dogs; CANINE ergonomics; KELLY, Kathleen; REID, Nathan
    • Abstract:
      The article focuses on Nutstown Irish Wolfhounds, the birthplace of The Royal Irish Regiment's mascot. It is noted that world-renowned breeder Kathleen Kelly owns the farm. According to Captain Nathan Reid, they were getting a pure breed and Irish wolfhounds have such elegance and an imposing stature. It is stated that Irish Regiment has this particular dog as its mascot as it add an extra element of prestige on the parade square and provides a huge morale boost for troops.