How tall are wolf hybrids

In addition, wolf dogs require an enormous amount of exercise —three to four hours per day—and will have health issues if confined to a house. With that in mind, wolf dogs need:. Wolf dogs are prone to many of the same problems as those experienced by large dogs. Be sure you have access to a local vet who is willing and able to work with your pet. Your wolf dog will need vaccinations as a puppy and should be monitored and provided with appropriate vaccines and medications throughout its life.

Like any dog, your wolf dog may also be prone to among other issues :. Wolf dogs do not thrive on typical dog food. In essence, they need to eat what wild wolves eat: raw meat. Ideally, you should feed your wolf dog several pounds of raw meat per day. It's fine to feed them chicken and turkey, but avoid raw pork as it can cause digestive issues.

Bones are not an issue for wolf dogs, and they will enjoy and benefit from eating raw, whole bones. In addition, a wolf dog will need access to fresh grass and other vegetation, and many wolf dogs enjoy fruit, although you should check with your vet to see that the fruit you offer is safe for your pet.

In addition to regular meals, most wolf dogs benefit from nutritional supplements including glucosamine, vitamins C, A, B, D, and E, along with alfalfa and wheat grass, garlic, and pumpkin. These supplements help to lower the risk of acquiring common health issues such as arthritis, skin issues, parasites, and digestive problems. Wolf dogs need a constant source of fresh water. The best option is to provide water in a trough that is used for livestock.

In hot areas, you can offer your wolf dog the option of actually bathing in cool water in a wading pool. Does not possess an "eagerness to please," like domesticated dogs, and may become aggressive in retaliation of negative training methods. As with any other exotic pet, verify the legality of wolf dogs in your area before considering adoption or purchase. Certain permits and enclosure requirements may be necessary to keep a wolf dog as a pet.

No licensed vaccines exist for wolf dogs but the off-label use of domestic canine vaccinations are often recommended by veterinarians and wolf dog advocates.

It is important to note, however, that if a wolf dog bites someone—vaccinated or not—the government will treat that animal as though it was unvaccinated often leading to euthanasia. It's not easy to find a wolf dog for sale, especially a puppy. Some sanctuaries place wolf dogs for adoption, and in that case, you should visit in person before committing to a purchase.

An adult dog being introduced to a new family with young children may pose some difficulty. With a proper routine, training, and guidance they can make excellent family dogs.

You can learn more about breeds that look like German Shepherds or descended from. The Norwegian elkhound is a high energy hunting dog and companion. Originally they were used to hunt big game such as moose. Despite their name, these dogs were not used to hunt elk. Their coat and face bares similar markings of a wolf yet has no relation , but their tail has a distinct curl to it.

They are incredibly affectionate and loving. However, their focus is on what is most interesting to them at that moment, which may not be you. They have a strong prey drive and a desire to track.

And if they see small prey outdoors they will bark and chase without regard. Remember, the Norwegian elkhound is a working breed, thus requiring extraneous daily exercise and training. However they are still friendly and affectionate and can make great pets. Some breeds have zero wolf content, such as huskies, which have some similarities in markings but have no relation at all. Then there are very low wolf content dogs.

Very low content breeds still have a beautiful wolf-like appearance, but are domesticated and generally family friendly. While Huskies and Malamutes are always zero content, the same cannot be said for other breeds. I currently have a greyhound abd I love his laid back personality.

So I guess my question is if there is a breed or subbreed of the ones on this list that has wolf markings,large size BUT is laid back. Since these dogs are working breeds they tend to have insane levels of energy and playfulness. A good example is my friend who owns a Tamaskan dog, who after 4 years of training has finally managed to get that dog to be a little more laid back.

She is also gentle with my grand babies and loyal to a fault. Depends on where you live. Do a lot of research, they are very different dogs. We had one for 14 years and she was the best dog I ever owned. If you get one with more shepherd than wolf you will do better.

Training is essential! We have two Japanese Akitas one brindle, the boy and one red and fawn, the girl. Our little girl is tall and slim and looks like a fox, the boy is big and solid and looks like a bear and wolf. They are both pure breed Akita. I have a wolf hybrid and they are very different when compared to other dogs. Second, he is very intelligent. He is not like a reactive domestic dog that barks at almost anything.

He has a very high prey drive. If it is small and is in our yard, it usually ends up dead. He is extremely loyal. When I walk our property he stays by my side, watching me, very attentive. While my other 2 dogs have taken off running and playing. It takes a lot of time to train them and they have a lot of energy. In my opinion if you can, get two. Having a playmate to tire themselves out has been crucial to his happiness.

We were always tangling over who was boss and it was ugly. By the time my kids came along Micky was almost too old to be a threat- the one time I let my guard down I came too because he was fussing at me to get the little toddler away from him- as careful as I was- there was that one time.

You just never know - I think we were being watched over! SO- watch them in the wild- that's where they belong. We can't own beauty- but we can appreciate it and make room for it!

Great Hub and excellent information. My Indian friend, Tall Horse, is heavily involved with wolf rescue and it is ongoing and growing in this country.

So many people are enchanted with the idea of owning a wolf or hybrid and have no idea whatsoever the challenges involved -- then when the going gets tough they want to get rid of them. We've found mistreatment to be very common at that point and my friend has literally bought a couple of wolves back from near death -- hairless, starving and beaten.

Seems humans resort to beating and other mistreatment when they can't manage one of these animals -- or set them wild loose on the community when they can't find anyone to take them off their hands..

Tall Horse now personally owns three rescued wolves two females and one male. The male is the brother of one of the females. The bottom line is wolves are not dogs and although they may respond to humans somewhat like dogs they're still and always will be wolves and will always have the instinct that's born in them. Instinct is not meanness -- it's a born and bred survival trait that has to be recognized by humans. Tall Horse is very careful to maintain his "leader of the pack" status and has been challenged on several occasions.

When those occasions arise there's no holds barred as he must win and win big. His three rescued wolves are not only delightful but loving -- but they're wolves and can resort to wolf traits in a heartbeat. I've personally only known loving attention from all three wolves but as they're each close to pounds if they ganged up on me they could win in a heartbeat and I never lose site of that fact.

In fact, Tall Horse never says a word about it but when I go in the backyard I've noticed he always follows me out the back door and keeps a sharp eye on all interaction between me and the wolves. Not a one of these wolves has ever attacked anyone for any reason -- but if one gets radical they'll all join in as they're "pack" predators.

Secondly, no matter what you read they are thinking predators by nature and there's no guarantee at any time they won't revert to some deeply hidden instinct as it's part of their nature. If that instinct is recognized and addressed controlling it is a possibility -- BUT -- the beauty of wolves is their sense of freedom.

How sad it seems to me to disallow the real nature of these beautiful animals by closing them up in an apartment or a room all day. They need room to roam and play and a backyard with at least a 5' fence would be a good start.

Yes, to live with human beings there must be rules but the instinct of the wolf is freedom. A home where they can run, play, enjoy health and good treatment while interacting with human beings is the optimum. Being starved and beaten into submission is as inhumane to a wolf as it is to any other creature. To be honest, the wolves I've known that have been starved and beaten might be the most dangerous of all and I damned well don't blame them.

It's not for the faint of heart but may be one of the most rewarding adoptions a human can make. Got her when she was 3 months. Very loyal and sweet, but not used to children and doesn't like them because they make too much noise and touch her. She is not very physically affectionate - like a wild animal Would not leave her alone with them. She has had cancer tumors removed from mammaries did not have her spayed until recently as I live in the woods, far from any dogs; she never roams, even unrestrained , a couple of seizures recently and arthritis, which came suddenly.

Don't know what is casuging the seizures. Total personality change, won't go for walks now used to LOVE not very alert or playful anymore. Kind of like a zombie. Maybe brain damage from seizures? Guess we all get like that when we get to be 84!

She was dumped on my partner before we meet. She had 1 eye barely open when she was dumped. My partner had always lived alone with AbbyGail. We dated breifly before they moved into the home I currently lived in with my 4yr old daughter.

The dog and child had been friends before the relationship began. I love her as much as I love my daughter.

She comes into "heat" every 3 years. My partner loves her whole heartedly. And I believe will die, when Abby passes away. They have such a remarkable connection to one another. She doesn't like other dogs for the most part, but she is all momma to the cats.

And Protective of the entire "pack". I have done tons of research about hybrids, to find the best ways to manage and correct and show her where she stands in the totem pole. She has adjusted well. Not to say she doesn't get mad and tear thing up. It is true, not just anyone can handle a haybrid. Also in all my research i have not been able to find much on common health problems, or anyone who has had one altered.

I am afraid it will change her temperament, partner is just afraid to put her under to have it done : She doesn't think she could live with herself if Abby didn't wake up from surgry. Any way Abby is 7 years old, and this week when it got cold all of a sudden she started showing signs of arthritis in her back end, we only gave 81mg asprin when she was hurting so much she was whinning.

It did seem to help but we would like to find a more natural way to reduce the symptoms and relieve the pain. Does anyone have any suggestions? I think that wolves are being given a very bad rap here. Wolves treat you with respect if you treat them that way. My wolf expects a nose kiss every day from my wife before she goes to work and when she gets home. He takes my hand and leads me to the door when he wants to go outside and howls when he wants back in.

He is timid and very kind to other dogs. He lays his head on my arm while I eat and I show wolf manners by giving him the last of what's on my plate every time. He kisses my face after I do. She has been an awesome friend to the entire family. She has also been extremely irritating at times. We bought our baby before doing much research.

We learned quickly she could not be trusted to "run free" in the house. She ate the furniture, soiled the carpet, ate clothing and anything else on the floor or within her reach. We began caging her at night and when we were away from home. After beginning the caging, she house broke easily and quit destroying everything in site. We already assumed she would have the wild animal instinct and showed her, and are still showing her today, she is NOT the Alpha in the house.

She obeys commands excellently down, sit, NO, bed She is great with our kitten plays gently, cleans, sleeps with him BUT we still do not, and probably never will, trust her ALONE with the kitten or children. The kids ages have been told not to show weakness to her and to treat her with firmness, but kids will be kids so it is easier to just not leave her alone with them.

She has never shown aggression toward anyone in the home or strangers on the street, but she does have wild animal in her and COULD turn and we know this. She is ALOT of work. Wolf hybrids should be judged by others. He is about 72 cm tall at the shoulders and weights pounds and has inherited one blue eye from his siberian husky heritage while the other is amber.

He has a lot of energy and has learned several tricks and is the apple of my eye. Every night before I go to sleep Cody jumps on the bed, and I give him his good night kiss, and he takes his little nose and very gently rubs the whiskers all over my face and then goes to sleep. He gets along with cats, but I have to watch him constantly around my parrot.

He is so beautiful and sweet. I really want a wolf hybrid and I appriciate all the info. I am doing lots of research and will make sure to treat my wolf hybrid with respect and kindness. Anyway, I have known her since we were in pre k and after 18 years of growing up with her and going to her house, that dog was the most gentle giant ever.

She had a little sister that would pull on his ears tail and paws and he wouldn't budge at all. He was definitely a gentle giant. A beautiful mix that resulted in a beautiful,majestic creature. You will be missed Atila!? She was very sweet and protective of me. If someone new came to the house she would instantly get up and curl around me and growl until my dad took the person by the hand and showed her that they were "ok".

She had only one dominance issue the whole time she was alive, she snaped at my dad She had eaten something dead and got poisoned from it. I liked this article for the balanced and responsible information given. That is the down side to anyone who breeds these mixes, I had her spayed at 9 months old to prevent more wolf dogs who people think are cool to own, but don't realize the difficulty and long commitment that they require.

I think there are alot of husky mixes that people think are wolf dogs, but are not. Anyone who claims that their wolf dog is easy does not have a true wolf dog. I also do not have children and have not allowed my wolf dog around small children. They are loyal.. We had had a malamute wolf mix prior to her.. We live in maine where wolf dogs are not uncommon, all the people I know who have them are responsible but I hope anyone considering this type of dog will seriously reconsider, it is traumatic for them to change owners..

I was lucky as my vet took her as a patient, but he still flagged her file. Oh yeah, she is always on leash or chained when outside. I didn't think I could love him or enjoy him more than i did, but I do. He is so kind to all humans and animals and I really dont think it will change. He now carries 20 pounds in his backpack, and walks so proud with it!! He has turned me into a blushing dog owner We adopted a wolf- german rottweiller hybrid from a breeder.

He gave her to us and she has done really well. Its hard to find a trainer and I didn't tell the vet when he didn't ask, but I'm sure they'll do blood tests. Thank you for the article, it was very informative. Also keep in mind that the people posting on this hub and reading about this are most likely the responsible owners who know how to handle their hybrids, take necessary precautions, and treat their animals well to earn their respect and loyalty.

People commenting on their fears here are far more worried about people who treat their animals as a showpiece, as some sort of trophy, and who don't know how to instill loyalty or keep the animal from causing trouble. Some people can get so tied up in the "romanticism" of having a wolf that they don't realize the responsibility they have to take care of it properly, and that's when the problems happen.

It's much safer for irresponsible pet owners to have another kind of pet if they're going to insist on owning one, which they shouldn't be allowed to She is a member of the family, and I love her like a daughter since I have no children. Everyone posting comments saying hybrids are absolutely dangerous, or absolutely fine, cannot speak for every single hybrid out there. Every single one is different. All owners are different.

I am an avid animal lover, and I wouldn't trade my Princess for anything in the world. She has been my best friend for 7 years now. If you adopt a hybrid, you are taking a risk, but you will never know how it is going to work out until you experience it yourself. So for those of you who do not own one, and are downing people that do, you are completely ignorant.

Speak only on topics you have some personal knowledge about! I got my wolamute when he was 6 weeks old. I have read, and continue to read, everything possible about hybrids. He is six months old now and I would n't change him a bit. Because I have read so much, I know what to expect, and what not to expect. I have a 13yr old border collie that is definatley the alpha of the 2. I am a single mother with a 17 yr old daughter and we love him dearly.

It was been hard housebreaking him, as I expected, but he is fine now. I wish I had room for 2 more. Like many people have said, they are not for everyone. It is a challenge, but a challenge that is very rewarding. He has his own backpack, loves it, and eventually I would like to train him to pull a sled. Not professionally, but for fun. I will let all know how it turns out.

Pitbulls are the most naturally aggressive canines out there, by far more than pure wolves. I also dont agree in breeders breeding wolfdogs that look like malamutes, huskies or german shephards, it somewhat defeats the purpose of the breed. Wolf hybrids are beautiful, just like a full wolf. However, one can own one forever and not have a problem They see you as the alpha A lady owned one of these wolf hybrids They found her dead in the back yard.

She had tripped and fell and the dog attacked her! It killed her then began eating her. She treated her wolf-hybrids like babies and fed them very well! A wolf hybrid is still half wild!

Good luck with that one! Her personality is second to none and she is extremely gentle with the family to include my grandchild. However, because I've worked with and owned large dogs before and was aware of potential dangers regarding large dogs, plus have studied wolves for years I trained her to be submissive with food and other things that could trigger instincts from the time she came home. She was 4 weeks old when I brought her home.

She is now 3 years old and 98 lbs. She has been a lot less of a handful than the Huskies, Laboradors and Malinois I've shared my life with so far! They are like other breeds I would not trade her for the world. Excellent hub. I did my final project on hybrids when I graduated high school. I think a lot of people are making the mistake of grouping all hybrids as the same and this is where the debate is. Loving and devoted yes but you never know when the predator will come out.

No matter how you spin it a wolf is a predator and the natural instincts are still deep rooted in a high percentage hybrid. Then again you should NEVER leave any dog alone with a small child or animal that can't defend itself. I personally am against breeding dogs and wolves together. Their roads have diverged and they are not the same animal. Wolves are sacred and wild, we need to respect them and leave them alone. Domestic dogs are our buddies and companions, ever faithful and watchful.

Why water down the wild just to have a novelty pet? It's just wrong. Great information on here! For example, a pup from a pure wolf and wolfdog or dog mating would be called an F1. If that animal was later bred to another F1 animal, the resulting pups would be F2, and so on. The number indicates how many generations away from a pure wolf an animal is. Wolfdogs are mixed breed dogs and as such cannot be registered with ANY reputable kennel club, such as the American Kennel Club.

There are some online registries that will provide papers for them for a fee, but these are online scams - buyer beware. Shango is a high content wolfdog. He does outreach and education and is an ambassador for his breed.

I bought her and brought her home at 4 weeks of age. She had very early socialization , training and housebreaking. She is extremely social, protective of real threats, does great in packs. She does not do well with small, aggressive, barking dogs. She has been the most challenging dog I've ever had in regards to training and behavior modification, yet the most rewarding of all!

She is my true companion and ETA. She has the ears and tail of the Akita in her, as she does curl her tail like Spitz breeds and ears are larger than the gray wolf type. She is very predatorial. Blue eyes will not occur in wolfdogs over low content. Her nails are exceptionally thick and black almost like claws.

She has long legs, a very narrow chest, very well furred smallish ears, black tipped tail, cowhocked back legs, enormous feet, and is very tall wolfdogs are around 26"" at the shoulder. Those are all wolf physical traits. She is not shy due to extreme socialization from an early age, but many are shy.

I have included pictures of both winter coat and summer coat for comparison. Wolfdogs tend to be master escape artists and are exceptionally destructive in a home or vehicle. They usually do not travel well at all. They require outdoor containment similar to a zoo and cannot subsist on anything other than raw meat or high quality grain-free kibble. He is easier to manage than a High Content animal, but for those who have no previous wolfdog experience he would pose a challenge.

Volunteering at a local wolf or wolfdog sanctuary, or meeting someone with one of these animals can help give someone experience. I worked with High Content Wolfdogs for several years before I felt fully prepared to bring Lucian into my home. Wolfdog ownership is not to be taken lightly! She can be dominant with other wolfdogs at times, but she will also roll over and show you her tummy the moment she sees you. Play Dog Trivia! Dog DNA Tests.

Other Names American wolfdog Pronunciation woolf dawg Description Wolfdogs can better be described as companions than pets.