Irish Wolfhounds – Common Health Issues & Diseases

Irish wolfhounds could be affected by the following (but not limited to) health conditions and diseases, some of which are hereditary. They aren't all high-risk health conditions and diseases for Irish wolfhounds. Some of them are environmental illnesses so can be easily avoided by giving Irish wolfhounds proper care and attention.
Bone, Muscle, and Joint Issues
- Osteosarcoma
Cardiovascular Issues
- Dilated cardiomyopathy
- Portosystemic shunt
- Von willebrand's disease
Vision and Hearing Issues
- Progressive retinal atrophy
Gastrointestinal Issues
- Bloat
- Gastric torsion