Irish Wolfhound Health Group
Irish Wolfhound Health Group
Irish Wolfhound Health Group
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Devoted to the health and welfare of Irish Wolfhounds
About us

The Irish Wolfhound Health Group (IWHG) is a UK body comprising representatives from each of the breed clubs: the Irish Wolfhound Club, the Irish Wolfhound Society and the Irish Wolfhound Club of Northern Ireland. It was established in 2004 specifically to look at health issues in a unified way.

The purpose of the Group is to monitor and promote the health and welfare of the breed, to educate and inform, and to be a united breed voice in all matters relating to health issues.  The Group is also in a strong position to lobby, in conjunction with the breed bodies, on Kennel Club or legislative issues that may affect the future integrity and reputation of the breed.
 
The Group is not responsible for rescue activities, as these are already well organised and taken care of by the clubs (see Links), but rescue hounds and pet owners are entitled and encouraged to take part in any research or health programmes available to the breed.

The IWHG is your Group, and is there for the benefit of the whole breed. It is about the open exchange of information, and the Group wants to hear from you. If you would like to contact us, please email the Secretary, Rebecca Peek  or phone on 07860 142867.

The Group members are:

Chairman:   Mr Tim Finney
Secretary:   Ms Rebecca Peek
Treasurer:   Mrs Jean Malley

Mr Peter Pask
Mr Noel Box
Mrs Miranda Brace
Mrs Marrion  Finney
Ms Jean Timmins
Ms Jo Braine
Mrs Anne Wilson
Mrs Pat Pask
Mrs Allys Simpson