The Irish Wolfhound Database iwdb.org
The Irish Wolfhound Database (IWDB) is a free, volunteer-run resource that gathers information about Irish Wolfhounds from around the world — things like pedigrees, health history, and how long they live. By sharing details about your own hound, including their date and cause of death, you help build a clearer picture of the breed’s health and longevity. The database has already been used in several breed-specific research studies in the US and across Europe and Scandinavia, with more studies currently underway. This research is helping to improve understanding of genetic conditions and promote healthier breeding practices. Every entry, no matter how small, makes a real difference to the future of our Irish Wolfhounds.
Why Your Input Matters
Every dog you record adds another piece to the bigger picture — one that helps us all make better breeding decisions, protect health, and preserve the longevity and integrity of our breed.
When you add your dog’s information to the iwdb.org you’re not just sharing data — you’re helping every responsible breeder and owner make more informed, ethical choices.
Too often, we don’t realise how powerful this information can be until we start researching pedigrees, health, and longevity ourselves — and find gaps that make it hard to see the full story. Your contribution helps fill those gaps for everyone who cares about the breed’s future.
By contributing, you help create:
A clearer picture of genetic diversity
Better understanding of health and longevity trends
Stronger foundations for future generations
How You Can Help
Getting involved is simple:
Search for your dog by kennel club registered name.
- Go to the Correct/append to this pedigree tab and in the side panel add date and cause of death.
Or you can email the information to [email protected]
Even small contributions — one dog at a time — make a difference.
Together, We Can Make a Change
Changing habits takes time. Many breeders and owners want to help, but don’t always realise how valuable their input is until they need the data themselves.
If we lead by example, show how easy it is, and explain how it benefits us all, we can shift the culture — from “someone else will do it” to “we’re all part of this.”
Let’s make our breed’s future something we can all be proud of.
Start by adding your dog today.