The Irish Wolfhound Club of Ireland

The Irish Wolfhound Club of Ireland Welcome to The Irish Wolfhound Club of Ireland page. Founded in 1908 we are the country of origin mother breed club and holder of the breed Standard.

We are a founding member of the Federation of Irish Wolfhound Clubs.

12/01/2025

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The Officers and Committee of the IWCI would like to wish our Members and Friends, Seasons Greetings.
22/12/2024

The Officers and Committee of the IWCI would like to wish our Members and Friends, Seasons Greetings.

22/12/2024

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19/12/2024

The Irish wolfhound club of Ireland are saddened to hear of the passing of Eileen Flanagan, Carrickaneena Irish Wolfhounds.
Eileen was known and respected throughout the Irish Wolfhound world and She will be sadly missed by all her friends of which I considered myself one, first meeting her in early 70s. at Ballykelly kennels.
Sending Deepest condolences to her family
Velda Clark President IWCI

27/11/2024
12/11/2024
Interesting Lecture being hosted by our friends in South Africa.
05/11/2024

Interesting Lecture being hosted by our friends in South Africa.

In recognition of a lifetime of service to the Irish Wolfhound breed, tonight the Irish Kennel Club - Gadharchumann na h...
01/11/2024

In recognition of a lifetime of service to the Irish Wolfhound breed, tonight the Irish Kennel Club - Gadharchumann na hÉireann awarded its highest honour, Hon Life Membership to Mr Jim Behan, in the presence of his family and peers. Jim is the Hon Patron of the The Irish Wolfhound Club of Ireland and the Hon President of the Federation of Irish Wolfhound Clubs.
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16/10/2024

Contents FIWC News · President’s Address · Chairman’s Address · Report of FIWC Congress · Breeding Guidelines Judge’s report FIWC Show results · FIWC Specialty Show, 01.06.24, Gödöllö, Hungary Breeder · Interview with Knut Olav Wille, August 2024 Health · Breeding for

12/10/2024

Many thanks to all our exhibitors for their support at our Club Open Show today. It was great to see you all and we hope you enjoyed your day. A very big thank you to our Judge Mrs Ann Cuthburt and our Ring Steward Mrs Lynda Matthews

03/10/2024

OPEN MEETING !!!

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The Irish Wolfhound Club of Ireland is the Island of Ireland Mother Breed Club and the holders of the the Breed Standard. Our aim is to encourage and promote the Irish Wolfhound, the National Dog of Ireland by adherence to our breed standard in breeding strong, healthy dogs that are fit for purpose and true to form. While at all times championing good care and responsible ownership of our Ancient and Noble Breed.We are affiliated to the Irish Kennel Club since its foundation and are founding members of the Federation of Irish Wolfhound Clubs, of which the IWIC holds the office of President.

The Irish Wolfhound Club was established in 1885 its founding members coming from the Islands of Ireland and Britain. The early 1900’s brought change in Ireland, World War 1, Irish War of Independence and the Irish Civil War changed the social fabric of Ireland and Britain. Ireland regained Independence in 1922 and all walks of life set about establishing the organisations required for the day to day running of the state.

Minutes exist of meetings that took place as early as 1904 in Ireland but it is 1908 before we see the Irish Wolfhound Club of Ireland being mentioned in these correspondence, whether some of the Irish founding members of the 1885 Irish Wolfhound Club had the foresight to see what changes were about to happen in Ireland we can only speculate.

The new Irish Wolfhound Club of Ireland had Mr J.F. Baily at its head a founding member of the 1885 club and the Capt. Graham Trophy for the best pup bred in Ireland was given to the club. In 1925 the Irish Wolfhound Club of Ireland, affiliated to the newly established Irish Kennel Club.