DCM or Dilated Cardiomyopathy is a heart condition that all IW owners need to be aware of, and one of the primary reasons why you need to have your IW's heart screened starting after 2 y.o., and especially annually screened when they are 5 y.o. and older. Catching it and getting on medication asap can prolong the quality of life and time they have left with you. The Irish Wolfhound Foundation is a good resource for further information regarding health issues in the breed. large size wedding outfits for plus figures with discount price www.iwfoundation.org