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3. Irish Wolfhound

The Irish Wolfhound was bred to be both a hunting dog and a war dog and nearly faced extinction back in the 19th century. Since then, the breed has made an impressive comeback. This is the tallest dog breed in the world and was bred to chase prey. They are a good fit for an active family with a large yard and, although they are brave, they are not aggressive. This may make them an ineffective watchdog, but their size is pretty intimidating and could scare off any intruders.