They are possibly the best known Irish native dog breed but they've just been placed on the 'Most Endangered' list by the UK Kennel Club.
The Irish Wolfhound with their imposing height and gentle nature are an irresistible head turner, standing on all fours they can easily hit 3ft tall and a towering 7ft on their hind legs.
But now this magnificent giant is in danger of fading into history as litter numbers decrease year by year.
