I've only been around one wolfhound, but he sure made a good impression! While at a vet's office, I returned to the waiting room while my cat had some tests, and saw (I thought) the world's biggest stuffed animal on the floor! Then it moved! Wow, what a wonderful enormous cuddle beast!

In a few moments, this shaggy creature came over to make friends, and eventually wanted to sit in my lap. Now, I have a roomy lap, but not THAT big!

I spoke with the dog's owner and learned some great things. As Carrie mentioned, they need their exercise and they need their leisure. Just don't forget how much food goes into such a large dog...and the corresponding amount of um, er, "output" you'll have to deal with.

I don't know if I'd ever been in a situation to adequately house an IW, but I'd love the chance to get to know one!