Irish Wolfhound Association of the Carolinas
N. Carolina, S. Carolina, Virginia, and W. Virginia (Rescue support extends into Georgia, Florida, Alabama, and Mississippi)
About Us
Irish Wolfhound Rescue of the Mid South (IWRMS) is a 501-c3 non profit. Our purpose is to rehome, rescue, adopt out and care for the health and medical needs of purebred Irish Wolfhounds. We are supported by and work closely with our regional Irish Wolfhound breed club, Irish Wolfhound Association of the Carolinas (IWAC). Our leadership and volunteers are passionate about Irish Wolfhounds and have expertise in their health and behavioral needs. IWRMS does not maintain a shelter; all adoptions are private and are facilitated directly between IWRMS and the adoptive family.
IWRMS serves southeastern United States, actively providing services in
West Virginia, Virginia, North Carolina, South Carolina, Georgia,
Florida, Alabama, and Mississippi.
Rehoming Your Irish Wolfhound
We know that life can change in unexpected ways. If you find
yourself in need of rehoming your purebred Irish Wolfhound,
or know someone who is, please contact IWRMS; we are here to
support you and your dog. IWRMS will place your dog in an
excellent pre-approved home that has been reference checked, vet checked, and premise checked, and we will follow up with the new family for the rest of your dog's life. Our priority is the health, welfare, and comfort of your beloved Irish Wolfhound, and we will care for your dog as though he/she were our own.
If you are in need of rehoming your Irish Wolfhound, contact:
Kathy Boyd ~ Rescue Coordinator
919-800-7938
kbbmsw@gmail.com
Adoption
If you are interested in adopting an Irish Wolfhound,
please read the following information prior to
completing and submitting an application:
TO BE APPROVED FOR ADOPTION. . .
YOU MUST HAVE PHYSICAL FENCING
Irish Wolfhounds are sighthounds. They are bred to hunt by sight,
and they detect motion very quickly. A wolfhound is capable of an
intense and immediate instinctive reaction to chase. They are fast and
can be out of sight very quickly.
For the safety and well-being of our wolfhounds, electric fencing, chicken wire, etc. are not an acceptable means of fencing.
YOU MUST AGREE to maintain a routine of annual veterinary checkups, and you must keep your adopted wolfhound on heartworm, and flea and tick medication year-round.
YES. . . Irish Wolfhounds . . .
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Shed a lot!
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Are giants and take up a lot of space
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Have a short life span of 6-10 years
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May want to be on your lap, on your sofa, and in your bed ~ they are not known to be respectful of personal space!
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Can have a high prey drive and chase instinct so may not do well with cats, chickens and other small animals.
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Are a giant breed of dog--vet care, food, supplements, and all
financial aspects of meeting their needs will be greater than
an average sized dog
NO. . . a wolfhound is not by nature, a good watchdog or guard dog
IWRMS Adoption Application
Please click on the PDF icon to access the application.
Complete the application and email it to:
Kathy Boyd at KBBMSW@gmail.com
NOTE: It is important to understand that IWRMS receives many applications
for adoption. The adoption list can be very long, and so can the wait-time.
IWRMS cannot guarantee that every applicant will be matched with
an adoptable Irish Wolfhound.
Fostering
If you are interested in fostering. . .
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You must have a completely fenced and approved yard.
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You must have or have had personal, hands-on, life experience with an Irish Wolfhound or another sighthound breed.
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Any children in the home, or that visit often, must be 8 years of age or older.
Note: It is extremely easy to fall in love with an Irish Wolfhound. It is important to be aware that fostering does not guarantee you will be approved for adoption of the wolfhound you are fostering.
If you are interested in fostering contact Kathy Boyd at kbbmsw@gmail.com
Support Us
IWRMS often takes in wolfhounds with severe medical needs, and their care can be quite expensive. Regardless of the expense, IWRMS provides all health and medical needs required by every wolfhound coming into their care and is extremely thorough in their vetting. We would not be able to do what we do and provide care for these amazing wolfhounds without the support of people like you!
Donations
Donations to our Rescue Fund are greatly appreciated. We often take in neglected and sometimes abused hounds, and at times their needs are severe. IWRMS provides whatever health care and veterinary services are required, and the expenses can be significant. Caring for these gentle giants would not be possible without the generosity of our donors.
Corporate Matching and Giving
Many businesses and companies will “match” employee donations or, at the employee’s request, make a donation to a worthy cause. Check with your employer to see if they will match your gift. It’s a great way to double your donation! IWRMS is a 501-c3. If your employer requires the IWRMS tax ID number or requires the completion of corporate donation forms, you or your employer can contact the IWRMS Treasurer at:
irishwolfhoundtreasurer@gmail.com
Irish Eyes Legacy and Estate Giving
We care so much about these wonderful wolfhounds, and that care and support can continue long after we are gone. Please consider a legacy gift to IWRMS. You can include IWRMS as a beneficiary in your will and can spell out a specific amount or a portion of your estate when creating or amending your will. You can also list IWRMS as a beneficiary of a life insurance policy that you might have. In addition, a retirement plan, such as a 401(k) or Keogh plan, can be an excellent source for gift-giving to IWRMS.
Speak with an attorney, accountant or estate planner to decide what works best for you. Let us know of your plans. IWRMS is happy to answer any questions and/or provide any assistance needed.
~ Keep the light of Irish Eyes on our beloved breed forever ~
RESCUE FUND DONATATIONS can be made through
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PAYPAL
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Send donation to: iwrescueofthemidsouth@gmail.com
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Under the "Send Money" option, please send as a gift so that no fee is taken out of your donation.
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CHECK
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Mail to IWRMS Treasurer: Melissa Jackson,1429 Forest Hill Dr., Leland, NC 28451
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Thank you for your generosity!
Questions about adoption requirements?
Interested in volunteering with us?
Contact Kathy Boyd
For further questions contact:
Kathy Boyd
Senior Rescue Coordinator
919-800-7939
kbbmsw@gmail.com
Tamara Dunn
President/IWRMS
Cell phone: 919-523-2583
or email: ierneiw@aol.com
