Special Nutritional Needs For The Irish Wolfhound
By: Jane R. Bicks, D.V.M.


The Irish Wolfhound is a huge, proud, strong dog. They deserve
responsible owners who can deal with their potential problems
of bloat, hip dysplasia, and heart disease.


See how to prevent bloat in Irish Wolfhounds


See our article on preventing Hip Dysplasia



Antioxidants are essential, but I wouldn't use vitamin C until
after 2 years of age, to make sure that nothing interferes with
the development of the long bones.


A high quality professional food is your only option because
bone growth is a must. (see my recommendation below)


Exercise will develop those wonderful muscles and help
control weight. No Frisbee until 2 years of age.


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Irish Wolfhounds have a rough coat (gray, brindle, red, black, pure white,
or fawn), a large arrow-shaped head, and a long, muscular neck.

The Irish Wolfhound is usually known as the tallest dog in the world,
averaging up to 34 inches at the withers, a fact that sometimes is its
biggest disadvantage when attracting owners who have no concern
for its special needs. Acceptable weight minimums range from 105 lb
for bitches to 120 lb for males.

Irish Wolfhounds are considered gentle and friendly, very calm in the
house, enjoying long sleeps but energetic when taken for walks.
Despite their great size and sometimes intimidating appearance,
wolfhounds are sensitive and should be corrected firmly but
without anger. They should be socialized from a young age so that
they have a chance to gather experience


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