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Irish Wolfhound
A giant, dignified and gentle sighthound with a calm, sensitive nature and a devoted bond with its family.
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Score overview
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Health 2/5 The Irish Wolfhound has a health profile requiring particular attention. Major concerns include dilated cardiomyopathy, gastric dilatation-volvulus, osteosarcoma, portosystemic shunts and a reduced average lifespan. Responsible care should include repeated cardiac assessment, appropriate liver and orthopaedic evaluation, sensible meal management and prompt investigation of lameness, abdominal swelling or changes in stamina. Advantages Things to consider
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