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A mongrel, mixed-breed dog or mutt, bastard, crossbreed, tyke, cur, or random-bred dog is a dog that is not the result of intentional breeding. Estimates place their numbers at 150 million animals.
Available in all sizes, shapes, colors, and patterns, he might have a long snout or a short nose. He may display prick ears or floppy ones. He could have a stubby tail, spindly legs, a giant spot over his left eye, or all three. A divine inspiration, the mixed breed is gloriously, wonderfully some other design. While no two are alike, the one thing you can count on is a unique dog that will be full of surprises.
The truth is, heritage matters very little. You will get along well with your dog because you both love to run, for instance, not because a piece of paper says he comes from a long line of dogs originating on the coast of Croatia. When you adopt a mixed breed you learn to think in terms of personality, rather than breed. This can have the effect of stripping away expectations and so you appreciate even more deeply the surprises and joys that come from living with a dog.
Finally, since about 75 percent of the dogs in shelters on any given day are mixed breeds, choosing a mutt usually means giving a home to a dog who really needs one, and that's nice, too.
CATEGORIES Dogs with attributes of two or more breeds.
There might be a purebred in the lineage, or the dog might come from several generations of mutts. These dogs are usually identified by the breed or breeds they most closely resemble, for example a "Husky mix" or a "Dachshund-Terrier."
Wild or feral dogs. These dogs are products of non-selective breeding over several generations. An example of a dog in this category is the pariah dog. Pariah dogs are generally yellow to light brown in color, with medium size height and weight.
Functional breeds. These dogs are bred for a specific purpose based on their ability to perform certain tasks. Examples include the Alaskan Husky and the Greyster, a Greyhound/Pointer mix popular in Europe.
Crossbreeds. These dogs are a mix of two established breeds, generally their parents are two different purebreds. Examples: the Puggle (Pug and Beagle cross) and any number of purebred dogs crossed with the Poodle.
HISTORY Once upon a time, before man imprinted his preferences on the canine population, there wasn't much difference between one dog and the next. They were of medium size, brown, and most had short coats. Even today, semiferal dogs who live on the edge of human life look somewhat alike. Climate doesn't seem to have much of an impact since similar-looking dogs show up from Australia to North America to Asia, though some have longer coats than others. When it's hard to figure out a mutt's heritage it may be because they draw directly from this line of non-breeds who were never selectively bred. That is, they have never had a purebred ancestor. But a lot of mixed breeds truly are mixed. That is, you can see a smattering of Australian Cattle Dog, or Beagle, or Collie in their coat or shape or size. Being able to identify contributing breeds can help give you some insight into their personalities, though of course it is only a partial story.
SIZE & WEIGHT Size and weight range from tiny enough to sleep inside your jacket with you in it, to humongous enough to break your foot when he steps on it.
PERSONALITY Mixed breeds boast personalities as unpredictable and varied as those of their human owners. As with purebreds, the mixed breed's temperament is affected by a number of factors, including heredity, training, and early socialization. Some mutts' heritage is impossible to decipher. If you find one particularly baffling, it may be because he comes from a long line of dogs who were never selectively bred. These mystery dogs are more accurately called non-breeds, than mixed breeds. But a lot of mixed breeds truly are mixed. That is, you can identify a smattering of Australian Cattle Dog, or Beagle, or Collie. This means it's likely some of those breeds' traits are carrying through. Sometimes that can work in your favor. A dog that appears to be a mix of Labrador and Border Collie, for instance, may have the easygoing friendliness of the first and the whip-smart agility of the second. With any blend, there's no guarantee you will get the best traits of the contributing breeds. The only guarantee is that whatever you end up with is something unique and inimitable.
HEALTH Mixed breed dogs are generally considered healthier than purebred dogs because they draw from a broader gene pool. Producing a mixed breed, in other words, is the opposite of inbreeding. But you can't assume your mixed breed will be the healthiest dog you have ever had. Having a fresh bloodline makes little difference if the parents aren't healthy. If you can determine one or more of the breeds that went into your mixed breed's heritage, it is worth researching the health concerns common to that breed or breeds. And like all dogs, mixed breeds are prone to certain conditions and diseases.
Allergies, Hip Dysplasia and Canser are dog-common deseases, mutt dogs are not guarded and suffer nearly the same with their pure-breed brothers.
FEEDING Keep your mixed breed in good shape by measuring his food and feeding him twice a day, rather than leaving food out all the time. How much your adult dog eats depends on his size, age, build, metabolism, and activity level. As a general rule of thumb, you can estimate how much he needs each day based on how much he weighs:
Less than 10 pounds 1/4 to 1/2 cup 10 to 15 pounds 1/2 to 1 cup 20 to 30 pounds 3/4 to 1.5 cups 30 to 40 pounds 1.5 to 2 cups 40 to 60 pounds 1.5 to 2.5 cups 60 to 70 pounds 2.5 to 3 cups 80 to 90 pounds 3 to 4 cups 100 to 150 pounds 4 to 5 cups More than 150 pounds 4.5 to 6 cups
Of course, dogs are individuals, just like people, and they don't all need the same amount of food. It almost goes without saying that a highly active dog will need more than a couch potato dog. The quality of dog food you buy also makes a differenc, the better the dog food, the further it will go toward nourishing your dog and the less of it you will need to shake into your dog's bowl.
It's a good idea to consult with your vet if you are not sure how much to be feeding your mixed-breed dog.
Some people call them hybrid dogs, but that's wrong. A hybrid is the offspring of two different species. But dog breeds are NOT different species. "Breed" is simply the term we use for an inbred group of dogs within the same species, canis lupus familiaris. Crossing "breeds" does not produce hybrids. A mixed breed dog has inherited a jumble of genes and traits, and there's no way to tell which of those genes and traits come from which breeds. There could be half a dozen or more breeds in his ancestry.
Some people call crossbred dogs designer dogs, but crossbreds are no more designed than purebreds. For example, Border Collie breeders designed their breed by choosing specific traits that would help their dogs be expert herders. Medium size, high energy, quickness, strong chasing instincts, weatherproof coat, etc. Border Collies are just as much designed as Goldendoodles.
Let's consider a dog named Spot: If both of Spot's parents are purebred and the same breed, Spot is a purebred dog. Dalmatian + Dalmatian = Dalmatian.
If both of Spot's parents are purebred but different breeds, Spot is a crossbred dog. Dalmatian + Boxer = Dalmatian/Boxer cross.
If one of Spot's parents is purebred and the other is crossbred, well, now it starts to get tricky. Dalmatian + Dalmatian/Boxer is still considered a crossbred dog because there are only two breeds there. Even Dalmatian/Boxer + Dalmatian/Boxer is considered a crossbred dog because there are just two breeds contributing all of Spot's genes.
But once you introduce a third or fourth breed, such as Dalmatian + Boxer/Poodle or Dalmatian/Collie + Boxer/Poodle! Well, now Spot is a mixed breed dog. Multiple breeds are contributing genes and traits, and there is no way to sort out which genes and traits might have come from which breed. And often there are far more than three or four breeds.
People who look at a mixed breed dog and then declare which breed's genes are inside that dog, are only guessing. There are simply too many breeds, too many genes that can produce a certain shape of head, ear carriage, type of tail, coat length, color, etc., and too many ways those genes can combine. The only way to know which breeds' genes are inside a mixed breed dog is to have his DNA tested.
What separates a schnoodle or a goldendoodle from its purebred kin? After all, the Brussels Griffon, the Bullmastiff, and the Silky Terrier are just a few of the many breeds that were created by crossing various other breeds.
But whether a new type of dog becomes a recognized breed depends on time and trial and error. You can't just cross two breeds to create a new one. Selective breeding, choosing the dog with the traits you want and breeding them with each other over several generations is required to achieve a consistent size, appearance, and temperament.
They can still make you sneeze: All dogs shed, produce dander, have saliva, and urinate, and all of these are ways that allergens are spread. Individual dogs produce varying amounts of allergens, even within breeds. That's why some people with allergies find they can tolerate particular dogs. they've been fortunate enough to stumble upon one who doesn't produce high levels of allergens. But just because a dog is a product of a certain cross a Poodle and a Yorkshire Terrier, for instance is no guarantee he's allergen free.
No healthier than purebreds: It's often suggested that a cross of two breeds has hybrid vigor, which means the broader gene pool makes him healthier than a purebred dog.
That might be true for the first generation of a hybrid cross. But as successive generations of cockapoos and labradoodles are bred, the incidence of health problems are likely increase because there's a higher chance of carrying through a breed's genetic vulnerabilities, such as breathing difficulties, cancer, epilepsy, or hip dysplasia.
MIXED DOG BREED ADVANTAGES Most mixed breed dogs have good genetic diversity, i.e. their genes are unrelated and include a little of this and a little of that, which promotes overall health and vigor. Smiley face Because their genes are usually unrelated, the chances are good that the parents of a mixed breed puppy did not both have the same defective genes. It is the pairing up of the same defective genes that causes some of the worst health problems in dogs.
The deformities that have been inflicted on purebred dogs tiny size, giant size, very short nose, protruding eyes, short crooked legs, a long back, loose jowls, long heavy ears, wrinkled folds of skin - can only be maintained by deliberately and continuously breeding such dogs TOGETHER.
Crossbreeding tends to produce a middle-of-the-road temperament that often fits better into the average household than the more "extreme" temperaments of many purebred dogs.
Smiley face When left to her own devices, Mother Nature tends to make dogs moderately sized, with natural builds. In mixed breeds, you seldom find faces as short as a Pug, or bodies as long as a Dachshund or as barrel-shaped as a Bulldog, or weighing 3 pounds or 150 pounds. This is a GOOD thing, because these physical features are deformities associated with increased health problems.
MIXED DOG BREED DISADVANTAGES For some inherited health problems, there are medical tests that can be done before breeding two dogs together, to make sure they don't have that particular health problem. Unfortunately, it is almost unheard of for a mixed breed dog to have even one parent who has been tested for any inherited health problem. With a mixed breed dog, you have to put your faith in his genetic diversity, rather than in medical testing.
Some mixed breed dogs are blends of purebreds that share similar health problems. This means the same defective gene could come over from both parents and pair up in their puppies. For example, a mixed breed puppy with Cocker Spaniel, Poodle, and Bichon Frise genes could inherit hip problems, knee problems, eye diseases, chronic ear infections, etc. - because all of those breeds are prone to the same problems.
Designer dog? What the heck is a designer dog, you ask??
A "designer" dog (as the media has labeled them) is a cross between two purebred dogs.
A purebred dog is one that has been bred over many generations to breed true, meaning each puppy that is born looks and has the same temperament and characteristics as the others. In most cases a standard is written and breeders must follow this written standard. Only dogs that make the written standard are to be bred. Purebred dogs are beneficial in that when you buy a purebred dog you know what you are getting. You know how big your puppy will grow and you know basically what type of care the dog will need. You know the dog's limits, whether it is capable of agility, hunting, search and rescue, police work, herding, flock guarding, or just simply being a companion dog.
You have a pretty good idea how much exercise the dog will require. When one breeds purebred dogs great care must be taken to ensure the lines do not become too thin. Even with all the best DNA testing available genetic problems can occur, however with the proper testing these problems can be greatly reduced.
To give you a simple analogy, let's say there was a law passed that stated only people with red hair and green eyes with a high IQ could have children, with the end goal being everyone in the USA to be smart with red hair and green eyes. If this were to happen, as you can imagine, our gene pool would eventually become thin, and many genetic problems would occur. This is why it is very important to ask breeders of purebred dogs what types of genetic testing they perform.
What's the difference between a designer dog and a mutt? Generally, a mutt is of uncertain ancestry. A designer dog has documented purebred ancestry, and one knows for sure what it is. The ACHC is the leading registry for designer dogs. Hybrid dogs can still have genetic problems because you are crossing two first-generation dogs, however the percentage of hybrid dogs with genetic problems is much lower than purebred dogs because the gene pool is mixed.
Breeders who breed purebred to purebred creating a first generation hybrid believe in the heterosis effect and hybrid vigor. Vigor means "physical or mental strength, energy, or force. "Unlike purebred dogs, when you adopt a hybrid, you do not know exactly what the temperament, size of the dog, or exact look of the dog will be.
When you breed two different types of purebred dogs together you can get any combination of any of the characteristics found in either breed. If you are stuck on a hybrid dog how do you know which one to choose? Read the temperament and care for both breeds in the cross and be prepared for any combination of the two.
If everything about both breeds matches your and your family's personality and lifestyle, then you can most likely assume this cross will work for you. If there is ANYTHING about either breed in the cross that you do not feel matches what you are looking for, avoid that cross. Do not assume or take the chance that only the good characteristics will emerge. You may be in for a big surprise and it is not fair to the puppy to chance that.
It is also important to be aware not all of these designer hybrid dogs being bred are 50% purebred to 50% purebred. It is very common for breeders to breed multi-generation crosses. A simple F1 generation cross is said to produce the most hybrid vigor in the dog and the further down the multi-generation chain, the more vigor is lost in the hybrid, but there are some benefits to multi-generation crossing. If you want to greaten your chances of certain traits, such as non-shedding, sometimes it is necessary to move further down the generation chain, risking less vigor.
Dogs are not to be disposed of like old toasters when they do not perform as you wish. They are living creatures. Cross a Labrador with a Poodle (Labradoodle) and you may or may not get a dog that sheds. Most experienced breeders can give you a pretty good idea what characteristics in a pup will emerge as the puppy grows. For example, in the Labradoodle, some breeders are able to tell which coat the pup will have, the Poodle's or the Labrador's, but still, this cannot be guaranteed. Sometimes it is harder to tell what type of temperament the pup will take on, as some characteristics do not appear until the pup is older, past adopting age.
MIXED CROSS-BREED HYBRID DOG REGISTRATION This article proudly presented by WWW.CANIDAE.COM and WWW.AKC.ORG and WWW.MBDCA.COM and WWW.UKCDOGS.COM and Linda Cole
For decades, only purebred dogs could be registered. Now, kennel clubs around the country are opening up their doors to mutts, giving every dog his chance to shine and show off. A mixed breed dog may not have papers, but he can still run, jump, sit and run a trail with the best of them. Is there an advantage to registering a dog with mixed lineage, and what are the benefits to the dog and its owner?
Every dog lover who shares their home with a mixed breed can picture their furry friend standing in the winner's circle at a dog competition. However, the purebred dogs strutting their stuff are well trained dogs, and their trainers spent hours working with them. You can also have a well trained dog, and that is one of the benefits to registering your mixed breed dog. In order to join in on the fun, your dog has to mind his manners and it is up to you to make sure he is properly trained. All of the organizations promote responsible dog ownership to help teach owners how unique and special their mutt is.
The AKC Canine Partners Program was launched in October of 2009, allowing owners of mixed breed dogs to register them and participate in various activities throughout the country. All dogs have to be spayed or neutered before they can be registered. Vaccinations need to be up to date, and dogs need to be somewhat trained. Dogs and their owners can participate in rally trials, agility and obedience competition. Dogs can also show off their training by earning a Canine Good Citizen title. With that title under their collar, they are ready to move on to Rally Obedience, where they will compete with other dogs and show off their agility and obedience. Rally-O, as it is also called, is an exciting event that has traditional obedience and dog agility. Signs along a course instruct the dog owner what to do and he/she then gives the command to the dog. They must do this with a clock running and judges watching how smoothly the course is run.
Mixed Breed Dog Clubs of America is a national registry for mutts, with local clubs throughout the country. They are dedicated to providing owners and their mixed breed dogs opportunities in venues around the country. The dogs can compete and earn titles in tracking, versatility, lure coursing for sighthounds, obedience, rally, conformation events and retriever instinct. Registering with the MBDCA does require your dog to be spayed or neutered and you also have to sign a Code of Ethics promising to be a responsible pet owner and a good sport.
United Kennel Club Is the second oldest dog registry and the largest all breed performance dog registry in the world. Mutts can be registered in their Limited Privilege program which is open to any dog that's been spayed and neutered. They accept purebreds who can't qualify as show dogs because they don't meet UKC standards, and purebreds whose pedigree can not be verified. The Limited Privilege program includes family obedience, obedience trials, dog sports, weight pulls, agility trials and a junior program to encourage kids to learn more about how to be a responsible pet owner and how to handle dogs by participating in events.
Register your mutt dog? If you're interested in registering your mixed breed dog, but don't know if you and your dog are up to the challenge of competing, find a local club near you and go to some of the events. You will have a chance to meet other dog lovers who can help you get started. Registering and competing in sponsored events isn't just for purebreds. Mixed breed dogs can show just how versatile, smart, well behaved and athletic they can be. The programs are meant to help dog lovers learn responsible pet ownership by competing in fun activities with their mixed breed dogs while earning recognition and bragging rights. A dog could care less whether his lineage is mixed or pure. Being with the person he looks up to and doing things he loves are all that matters to him. Besides, competing in events is a great way to keep you and your dog in good mental and physical shape.
Ever heard of a Horgi? What about a Cheagle? Or how about a Schnoodle? All three of these are names of mixed breed dogs! It's a great chance to highlight some of the fabulously unique "hybrid" dogs and mystery mixes that are part of the DogWatch Hidden Fences family!
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Here are the famous mutts of the past century! You may recognize these pups from movies, television, and even world history, along with a couple of our adorable, breed non-specific office dogs!
Sinbad (1937 - 1951) This Dog Gained: American Defense Service Medal American Campaign Medal European-African-Middle-Eastern Campaign Medal Asiatic-Pacific Campaign Medal WWII Victory Medal Navy Occupation Service Medal
Sinbad was a mixed-breed dog that was one of two animals to be classified as non-commissioned officers by an arm of the United States military, rather than property, prior to the enactment of regulations to prohibit such (the other being Sergeant Stubby USA, WWI) after being enlisted by the creative crew of USCGC Campbell. Prior to and after an official retirement, Sinbad was assigned the rank of K9C or "Chief Dog" - equivalent to Chief Petty Officer. At the time of the biography of Sinbad written by George Foley, no other member of the United States Coast Guard had yet been the subject of a published biography. The dog was at sea on the Campbell for 11 years including combat in World War II that became widely publicized as part of the homefront campaign.
Laika (1954 - 1957) Was a Soviet space dog who became one of the first animals in space, and the first animal to orbit the Earth. Laika, a stray dog from the streets of Moscow, was selected to be the occupant of the Soviet spacecraft Sputnik 2 that was launched into outer space on November 3, 1957. Little was known about the impact of spaceflight on living creatures at the time of Laika's mission, and the technology to de-orbit had not yet been developed, and therefore Laika's survival was not expected.
Some scientists believed humans would be unable to survive the launch or the conditions of outer space, so engineers viewed flights by animals as a necessary precursor to human missions. The experiment aimed to prove that a living passenger could survive being launched into orbit and endure micro-gravity, paving the way for human spaceflight and providing scientists with some of the first data on how living organisms react to spaceflight environments. While Laika's story is a sad one, she did play an important role in the history of both science and animal rights -dog owners everywhere were outraged when they discovered that she was sent to space only to die. The issue became a turning point in discussions about the use of animal test subjects in science. In the end, Laika may have become the most important stray dog in modern history.
Bobbie (1921 - 1927) Was a dog from the U.S. state of Oregon who became famous for traveling 2,551 miles (4,105 km) from the state of Indiana, to return to his master's home in the city of Silverton. In 1923, while on a family road trip in Indiana, Bobbie - a 2-year-old Scotch Collie/English Shepherd mix was separated from his owners and lost. After an exhaustive search the broken-hearted family returned to their home in Oregon never expecting to see their beloved dog again. Six months later, Bobbie appeared on their doorstep mangy and scrawny with feet worn to the bone. He showed all the signs of having walked the entire way back alone. During his ordeal he crossed 2,551 miles (4,105 km) of plains, desert, and mountains in the winter to return home, an average of approximately 14 miles (23 km) per day. After his return to Silverton, he experienced a meteoric rise to fame. He was the subject of newspaper articles including Ripley's Believe It or Not!, books, and film. Bobbie played himself in the 1924 silent film The Call of the West. He received hundreds of letters from people around the world and was honored with a jewel-studded harness and collar, ribbons, and keys to cities
Higgins Benji Benji is the name of a dog who has been the focus of several movies from 1974 through the 2000s. It is also the title of the first film in the Benji franchise. The eponymous canine character is a small, lovable mixed-breed dog with an uncanny knack for being in the right place at the right time, usually to help someone overcome a problem.
Joe Camp is the creator and director of the Benji films. The first dog to play Benji was a shelter dog named Higgins, trained by Frank Inn. Later, Higgins' offspring Benjean took over the role for a few films
Spike Spike was a lop-eared yellow Mastador (Labrador Retriever/ Mastiff mix) and a dog actor best known for his performance as Old Yeller in the 1957 Disney film of the same name co-starring Tommy Kirk, Dorothy McGuire, Fess Parker, and Kevin Corcoran. Spike was rescued as a pup from a shelter in Van Nuys, California and became the pet and pupil of animal trainer Frank Weatherwax. Spike also appeared as Patrasche in 20th Century Fox's A Dog of Flanders with Donald Crisp and David Ladd in 1959 and as King in the 1956 film, The She-Creature. In 1961, Spike was the star of "The Silent Call" playing as Pete with Roger Mobley, David McLean and Gail Russell; the entire movie focused on his efforts to reunite with his human family who had been forced to leave him behind while traveling from Nevada to California.
Aleister Sorry In the 2012 dramedy, Seeking a Friend for the End of the World, rescue dog Aleister stole the show as the hero dog. Since Sorry played such a large role in the movie, he had to have a few 'doggie doubles.' Aleister's main double was Mulligan; rescued and named by the movie's resident dog trainer, Sarah Clifford of Animal Savvy. A third doggie double, Rita, was from our friends at I.C.A.R.E. Dog Rescue based in Southern California. These rescue pups are not only stole the lime-light, but they stole the hearts of everyone on set and in the audience. Just as this movie's theme intended, these dogs are the perfect representation of second chances and new beginnings.
WATCH DOG & PUPPY VIDEO !!! Sykes The Harvey Sykes has been in all sorts of movies and commercials, but he is best known in England for playing Harvey in a series of Thinkbox ads. Sykes was found as a stray at only about seven months old and soon he was adopted by stunt dog trainer Gill Raddings. In 2010, the terrier mix played Harvey in a Thinkbox ad and because the commercial, particularly Sykes' character, was so popular, the company ran other ads with Harvey as well. Aside from playing Harvey, Sykes also appeared in Sweeney Todd: The Demon Barber of Fleet Street, The Other Boleyn Girl, Young Victoria, Prince of Persia: The Sands of Time, Pirates of the Caribbean: The Curse of the Black Pearl, Clash of the Titans and other blockbusters.
WATCH DOG VIDEO !!! Mr. Winkle This adorable little teddy bear of a dog was living on the streets when magazine photographer Lara Jo Regan found him and adopted him. No one knows quite what his mix is, although many speculate that he has to be part Pomeranian or part Chihuahua. Whatever his genetic makeup, Mr. Winkle is a star. In fact, since Regan adopted him he soon became an internet sensation and began popping up in newspapers and magazines. He even appeared in an episode of Sex and the City and now is the subject of three popular books.
Jake - Rescue Dog Jake was adopted when he was only 10 months old. His owner, Mary Flood, found him abandoned on the streets with multiple injuries, including a broken leg and dislocated hip. After he recovered from these injuries in 1995, Mary trained him to rescue humans and he ended up being one of the most famous search and rescue dogs from both September 11 attacks and Hurricane Katrina. He served as a rescue dog for almost 10 years when he had to retire due to cancer in 2006.
Wheely Willy When Willy was only a puppy, he was found abandoned in a cardboard box, suffering from severe spinal injuries and a cut throat. He was rescued and treated for his injuries, but he was rendered a paraplegic and was left unadopted for over a year. Eventually, pet groomer Deborah Turner heard that Willy would soon be euthanized if no one adopted him, so she took him home. At first, Deborah had to carry Willy everywhere, but she was determined to find a way to help him move on his own. One of her attempts included attaching helium-filled balloons to his rear end and then placing him on a skateboard. Her efforts were met with little success until she read an advertisement for K-9 Carts, a wheelchair designed specially for dogs. Willy took to his chair immediately, and the curiosity he attracted by those who saw him eventually led to news coverage, then appearances on Animal Planet. Eventually, he became the subject of two bestselling children's books, where he was nicknamed Wheely Willy. Wheely Willy now makes frequent public appearances and Turner works with him to promote disability awareness. He often attends hospitals, where he serves as an inspiration to patients and staff alike.
WATCH DOG VIDEO !!! Faith You may have seen videos of Faith walking on her hind legs before. She's become quite famous for her successful adaptation to only having rear legs. When Faith was born with only two rear legs and one deformed front leg, her mother attempted to smother her to death. A boy saved her from the mother and brought her home to his family. When Faith was seven months old, she had to have the deformed front leg removed all together as it began to atrophy. A lot of people, including veterinarians, urged owner Jude Stringfellow to euthanize the puppy, but Stringfellow instead taught Faith to hop by using a spoon with peanut butter as an incentive. Faith soon surprised everyone by developing a unique walk on just her hind legs. Since then, she has appeared on the "Oprah Winfrey Show," "The Montel Williams Show," "Animal Attractions Television" and "Ripley's Believe it or Not." She also has been the subject of a book, With A Little Faith. She now even has her own website.
Brad Trom is the first owner and breeder of the Chinese Foo Dog in the USA whose untiring efforts have promoted the awareness of this breed by going to countless dog shows and exhibitions. Who has watched over it's development, to see that the standard is maintained, and assures that the breed does not deviate from which it came from. The Official Breed Standard of the Chinese Foo Dog Club of America/lnternational Chinese Foo Dog Association is the only breed standard in the USA that is officially recognized and approved by the Chinese Foo Dog Club (of China).
The history of the Chinese Foo is somewhat murky, but some claim it was originally a cross between the Chow Chow and a line of hunting dogs from Europe. No matter what its history, it is important for potential Chinese Foo owners to educate themselves and understand the unique needs of this special breed.
Every legend is based on fact; every myth is grounded in truth. A spitz-type dog discovered as an extant breed after having long been considered extinct is that of the Chinese Foo Dog, or Sacred Dog of Sinkiang, also known as the Chinese Choo Hunting Dog, Chinese Temple Forest Dog, Chinese T'ien Kou (Chinese Celestial Dog), or Chinese Lung Kou (Chinese Dragon Dog).
As its name implies, it is from China, and probably derives its name from foochow, of the kind or style prevalent in Foochow, of or from the city of Foochow (now Minhow) in southeast China. This multi-talented breed has been used as a herding and hunting dog as well as a sled and watchdog throughout its history. The Chinese Foo Dog is the mascot of the Tongs. The Tong is a Chinese association, clan, or fraternity - the oldest secret cult in the world. The Tong bred and kept the Chinese Foo Dog as a symbol of its organization.
The Chinese Foo Dog is promoted and protected by the Chinese Foo Dog Club of America & International Chinese Foo Dog Association, registerable with the International Kennel Society (formerly: International Rare Breed Dog Club) and eligible for exhibition at American Rare Breed Association (ARBA), International Kennel Society. Federation of Rare Breeds (FORB), International All-Breed Canine Association(IABCA), National Canine Association (NCA), North American Kennel Federation (NAKF), Rarities, States Kennel Club (SKC), and World Wide Kennel Club (WWKC) dog shows.
BREED STANDARDS This information has been contributed by, and is property of The Chinese Foo Dog Club of America
GENERAL APPEARANCE: - Typical Northern type dog, compact and square-like in profile. Toy, Miniature or Standard size by height. Small, Medium or Large size by weight. Moderately broad head with prick ears. Bone is substantial without being coarse. The tail is carried over its back.
CHARACTERISTICS: - Active, agile, alert, courageous, hardy and strong, denoting its hunting and working heritage. Bold and energetic in temperament. Makes an effective yet friendly, guardian. A devoted family pet possessing great dignity and independence of character.
HEAD & SKULL: - Broad, wedge-shaped head. From the side, the muzzle and back of the skull appear to be of equal length. The stop is clearly defined, but not large.
TEETH: - A full complement of strong white teeth meet in a scissors, even or reverse-scissor bite.
Serious Fault: Protruding overshot or undershot jaw.
MOUTH: - Mouth and/or tongue may be blue-black and/or pink-red.
EYES: - Dark brown color. Medium almond-shaped. Not protruding. The eyes have a bright appearance, expressing intelligent inquisitiveness and a fearless, energetic expression.
NOSE: - The bridge of the nose is straight and black in color.
EARS: - Set high, firm and carried erect while on the alert. Comparatively small, slightly rounded at the tips. Semi-erect ears acceptable but not preferred over erect ears. Serious fault: Drop ear or ears.
NECK: - Strong, full, medium length, muscular, well set, with a slight arch. A modest amount of loose skin on throat permissible.
FOREQUARTERS: - Shoulders, muscular and sloping; with elbows closely set on.
FORELEGS: - The legs are firm, straight and powerful; well under the body and of moderate length and with good bone. Pasterns are upright or only slightly bent. The legs are straight and parallel when viewed from the front. Single dewclaws are acceptable on the front legs.
BODY: - The chest is deep and moderately broad. The body is short, powerful and compact. Well-sprung ribs. Short, wide, muscular loins.
HIND LEGS: - The thighs are broad and well muscled. There is moderate angulation at the stifle and hock. The legs are straight and strong when viewed from behind.
FEET: - The paws are small, round to slightly oval, with thick pads and toes tightly closed. The feet turn neither in nor out.
TAIL: - The tail is set high, and is curled and carried over the back. It is almost always left natural and untrimmed. Otherwise, breeders (litter owners) may dock the tails short to emphasize the stocky look of the breed.
COAT: - The breed is double-coated. The thick, hard, weather-resistant and oft-standing coat is made up of a coarse, straight-haired outer coat and a soft, dense, woolly undercoat. It is smooth, short, thick and rich on the head and on the front of the legs. The neck, buttocks, chest, hind part of legs and underside of the tail have the longest hair. The double-coat comes in a short Plush or the longer Rough. Altering of the coat by trimming, clipping or artificial means is not allowed. The whiskers shall remain intact. Trimming of any loose hair from the bottom of the feet is acceptable. Show ring presentation is always natural and unaltered.
COLOR: - Acceptable colors may be any shade or combination of black, black and tan, blue, brown and blue, cream and sable, fawn (yellow-cream to brown), orange, red (light gold to deep mahogany), sable, wolfgray (medium gray to silver); (with or without minor, limited white markings).
GAIT: - The breed is constructed for agility and endurance, being well balanced in angulation and muscular development; the gait exhibited should reflect these qualities.
HEIGHT: - Height is measured at the highest point of the shoulder. Height parameters are as follows:
TOY: Ten inches or less. MINIATURE: Over ten inches and up to and including fifteen inches. STANDARD: Over fifteen inches. Balance should be the outstanding feature in every case.
WEIGHT: - Weight divisions are as follows:
SMALL: (up to 20 pounds) MEDIUM: (21-50 pounds) LARGE: (51 pounds or more)
CLASSIFICATION: - Show sponsoring clubs may offer Regular Classes divided by Height and/or Weight.
DISQUALIFICATIONS: - Unilateral or bilateral cryptorchid. Extreme shyness or viciousness.
For more information, contact:
Chinese Foo Dog Club of America International Chinese Foo Dog Association Brad Trom, Executive Director P.O. Box 757 Blooming Prairie, MN 55917-O757 USA Phone: (507) 583-7718 E-mail: stockbury@mailstation.com
The Foo-Dogs Breed The origin of a breed can tell you a lot about its modern nature, so potential Chinese Foo owners should learn as much as they can about how the breed came to be. As the name implies, the Chinese Foo originally came from China, where it is still used as a hunting dog. The theory has been advanced that the Chinese Foo Dog originated through a crossing of Northern European hunting dogs and that of the ancient Chow Chow from the barren steppes of Mongolia. Another belief is that the Chinese Foo Dog is perhaps the missing link between that of the Chinese Wolf and the Chow Chow.
The Chinese Foo is Considered Good Luck If you need good luck, the Chinese Foo may be the dog for you. The people of China consider the Foo a kind of good luck charm, and welcoming one into the home is supposed to bring good fortune. The Tong clan in China thinks so highly of the Chinese Foo that it adopted the animal as its mascot.
A Small Dog There are three size varieties of the Chinese Foo - the toy, the miniature and the standard. Both the toy and the miniature are quite small, but the miniature version is a bit larger. The toy Chinese Foo stands about ten inches tall at the withers, while the miniature variety ranges from 10-15 inches tall. The standard Chinese Foo is the largest, standing over 15 inches tall and weighing as much as 60 pounds.
Grooming Your Chinese Foo One of the most striking characteristics of the Chinese Foo is its beautiful thick fur coat. The thickness of that coat can make grooming your Chinese Foo a real chore. You will need a long-toothed comb to get through all that fur and groom the dog properly. You will need to groom your dog once or twice a week to keep the coat looking its best.
Bath Time Regular brushing will keep your Chinese Foo's fur coat looking its best, but you will need to give your pet an occasional bath. Bathing your Chinese Foo can be a big challenge, both because many of the dogs dislike water and because the coat is so thick. The good news is you should only have to bathe your Chinese Foo about once a month, and you can take it to the groomer if you do not want to do the job yourself.
Getting to Know You If you are new to the Chinese Foo breed, you should know that the breed can sometimes be a bit standoffish, especially during the first few weeks. The Chinese Foo is often hesitant and shy around new people, so you will need to handle your introductions with care.
Active Nature The Chinese Foo is a very active dog, so new owners will need to find ways to keep their new pets engaged. Regular walks and playtime can help channel that excess energy and prevent destructive behaviors. You may want to buy lots of toys and have a toy chest ready before you bring your new Chinese Foo puppy home.
A Good Protector The Chinese Foo dog is fiercely loyal to its family and dedicated to their safety. Their combination of bravery and loyalty makes the Chinese Foo an excellent watch dog and protector. The Chinese Foo has a natural suspicion about and distrust of strangers. That makes it a great watch dog, but it also means owners need to exercise caution when introducing visitors to their new dog.
A Hunting Background The Chinese Foo was originally bred as a hunting dog, and it still retains that nature. While a well-socialized Chinese Foo should be able to get along with cats, smaller dogs and even rabbits and pocket pets, new owners should introduce those family members carefully. Never leave the dog alone with those other animals, at least until you are sure they are all getting along.
An Intelligent Dog The Chinese Foo is a very intelligent dog, and that can be both good and bad. The intelligence of the breed means the dog tends to be very independent. The Chinese Foo is definitely not a lap dog. While the Chinese Foo is fiercely loyal and protective, it may not get as attached to its owners as some other breeds. It is important for potential owners to understand that going in.
Training Challenges The intelligence and independence of the Chinese Foo can make training a real challenge. New owners are often advised to enroll their animals in a formal training program. This breed can be quite stubborn, and that stubbornness often frustrates owners when they attempt to train the dog. A professional who is experienced with the Chinese Foo breed can work through those problems more effectively.
A Bad First Dog If you are getting your first puppy, a Chinese Foo is probably not the right breed for you. The combination of stubbornness, standoffishness and training difficulty makes the Chinese Foo unsuitable for most first-time dog owners.
Seek Out a Good Breeder If you still think a Chinese Foo is the right dog for you, it is important to seek out a good breeder - one with a solid reputation in the dog fancy. One way to get a feel for the breed and the people who love it is to attend a dog show. Go to the show as a spectator, watch the Chinese Foo dogs as they prance around the ring and talk to the breeders and handlers afterward. You will get some good information about the breed and its characteristics, and you will make contacts you can use when you start shopping for a puppy.
Talk to Your Vet It is important to talk to your vet before you bring your Chinese Foo puppy home. The Chinese Foo is still a somewhat rare breed, and not all vets will have experience working with it. If your vet already has experience with the Chinese Foo, be sure to ask about any specific health problems he or she has seen, as well as any behavioral issues they have encountered.
repare the Home You will need to puppy-proof your home before you bring home your new Chinese Foo. These are active dogs even as adults, and puppies will be even more inquisitive. Going through the home and removing anything potentially dangerous is a must, since your new Chinese Foo will explore every corner of the house. Be sure to lock any drawers that contain chemicals and cleaning supplies, and keep anything dangerous out of reach.
What exactly is a wolf-dog hybrid? Simply put it is a cross between a captive wolf and a domestic dog. A wolfdog, also called a wolf-dog hybrid or wolf hybrid is a canid hybrid resulting from the hybridization of a domestic dog (Canis lupus familiaris) to one of four other Canis sub-species, the gray (Canis lupus), eastern timber (Canis lycaon), red (Canis rufus), and Ethiopian wolves (Canis simensis).
WOLFDOG DESCRIPTION Intra-hybridization between dogs and other subspecies of gray wolves are the most common wolfdogs since dogs and gray wolves are considered the same species, are genetically very close, and have shared vast portions of their ranges for millennia. Such hybridization in the wild have been detected in many populations scattered throughout Europe and North America, usually occurring in areas where wolf populations have declined from human impacts and persecutions. At the same time, hybrids are also often bred in captivity for various purposes.
Inter-hybridization of dogs and two other North American wolf species have also occurred historically in the wild, although it is often difficult for biologists to discriminate the dog genes in the eastern timber and red wolves from the gray wolf genes also present in these wolf species due to their historical overlaps with North American gray wolves as well as with coyotes, both of which have introgressed into the eastern timber and red wolf gene pools.
At the same time, because many isolated populations of the three wolf species in North America have also mixed with coyotes in the wild, it has been speculated by some biologists that some of the coywolf hybrids in the northeastern third of the continent may also have both coydogs and wolfdogs in their gene pool. Hybrids between dogs and Ethiopian wolves discovered in the Ethiopian Highlands likely originated from past interactions between free-roaming feral dogs and Ethiopian wolves living in isolated areas.
The term "wolfdog" is preferred by most of the animals' proponents and breeders because the domestic dog was taxonomically recategorized in 1993 as a subspecies of Canis lupus. The American Veterinary Medical Association and the United States Department of Agriculture refer to the animals as wolf-dog hybrids. Recognized wolfdog breeds by FCI are the Czechoslovakian Wolfdog and the Saarloos Wolfdog.
WOLFDOG HISTORY
Prehistoric wolfdogs Evidence for prehistoric domesticated wolfdogs in the Americas dates back at least 10,000 years while fossil evidence in Europe points to their use in hunting mammoths.
Teotihuacan wolfdogs In 2010, experts announced that they had found the remains of many wolf-dogs that had been kept by the warrior class of the Teotihuacan civilization in Mexico's central valley about two thousand years ago, and that, in light of this evidence, certain animals commonly depicted in the art of that culture, which had been thought to be strange dogs or coyotes, were likely instead wolf-dogs.
North American Gray Wolf-Dog In 1998, the USDA estimated an approximate population of 300,000 wolfdogs in the United States - the highest of any country world-wide, with some other sources giving a population possibly as high as 500,000. In first-generation hybrids, gray wolves are most often crossed with wolf-like dogs, such as German Shepherds, Siberian Huskies, and Alaskan Malamutes, for an appearance most appealing to owners desiring an exotic pet. Purebred Alaskan Malamutes and Siberian Huskies are not wolves, or part-wolves, were not bred from wolves, and these breeds were not developed by breeding to wolves anytime recently that is a separate animal called a wolf-dog. Based on studies by Dr. Robert Wayne at UC Berkeley, sled dogs are no more closely related to wolves than Chihuahuas. There is very little genetic difference between any dog and any wolf, coyote, or jackal, etc., so little, in fact, that genetic tests cannot tell how much wolf is in deliberately bred wolf-dogs. The domesticated canines and their wild cousins CAN interbreed. However, pedigrees on Malamutes and Siberians are available back ~20 generations -to the early 1930s at least, and these dogs are not wolf crosses - Malamutes are Malamutes, Siberians are Siberians.
British wolfdogs Wolfdogs, as illustrated in The Menageries: Quadrupeds Described and Drawn from Living Subjects by W. Ogilby, 1829. The first record of wolfdog breeding in Great Britain comes from the year 1766 when what is thought was a male wolf mated with a dog identified in the language of the day as a "Pomeranian", although it may have differed from the modern Pomeranian breed. The union resulted in a litter of nine pups. Wolfdogs were occasionally purchased by English noblemen, who viewed them as a scientific curiosity. Wolfdogs were popular exhibits in British menageries and zoos.
MODERN WOLFDOGS Wolf Dog hybrids are bred to be a companion and pet. Currently, at least seven breeds of dog exist that acknowledge a significant amount of recent wolf-dog hybridization in their creation. One breed is the "wolamute", aka "malawolf", a cross between an Alaskan Malamute and a timber wolf. Four breeds were the result of intentional crosses with German Shepherds - one of the original intentionally bred wolf-dog crossbreeds, and have distinguishing characteristics of appearance that may reflect the varying subspecies of wolf that contributed to their foundation stock. Other, more unusual crosses have occurred - recent experiments in Germany were conducted in the crossing of wolves and Poodles. The intent behind creating the breeds has ranged widely from simply the desire for a recognizable companion high-content wolfdog to professional military working dogs. Typical examples include: German Shepherds, The Saarloos wolfdog, The Czechoslovakian Wolfdog, The Lupo Italiano, The Hierran Wolfdog, The Kunming wolfdog.
HEALTH OF WOLFDOG Wolf-dog hybrids are generally said to be naturally healthy animals, and are affected by fewer inherited diseases than most breeds of dog. Wolfdogs are usually healthier than either parent due to heterosis. Some of the established breeds of wolfdog that exist today were bred specifically to improve the health and vigor of working dogs. There is some controversy over the effectiveness of the standard dog/cat rabies vaccine on a wolfdog. The USDA has not to date approved any rabies vaccine for use in wolf-dog hybrids, though they do recommend an off-label use of the vaccine. Wolfdog owners and breeders purport that the lack of official approval is a political move to prevent condoning wolfdog ownership.
TEMPERAMENT & BEHAVIOR The temperament of a Wolf Dog hybrid can vary depending on the percentages of Wolf versus domestic dog used in its creation. It is important to acquire a Wolfdog from a reputable experienced breeder. Wolf-dog hybrids are a mixture of genetic traits, which results in less predictable behavior patterns compared to either the wolf or dog. The adult behavior of hybrid pups also cannot be predicted with comparable certainty to dog pups, even in 3rd-generation pups produced by wolfdog mating with dogs or from the behavior of the parent animals.
Thus, though the behavior of a single individual wolf hybrid may be predictable, the behavior of the type as a whole is not. The majority of high wolf-content hybrids are very curious and are generally no more destructive than any other curious or active dogs. A wolf's behavior is typically more socially shy and timid toward humans than that of a dog. Due to the variability inherent to their hybridization, whether a wolf-dog cross should be considered more dangerous than a dog depends on behavior specific to the individual alone rather than to wolfdogs as a group.
WOLFDOG TRAINABILITY AND OBEDIENCE Wolf Hybrids are extremely intelligent animals that can be trained with consistent reward based training methods. The Wolf Dog hybrid does not respond well to forceful training methods due to its sensitive natural. The view that aggressive characteristics are inherently a part of wolfdog temperament has been contested in recent years by wolfdog breeders and other advocates of wolfdogs as pets.
Proponents of wolfdogs as pets say that the higher wolf-content animals are naturally timid and fearful of humans, but that with proper human association, training, and responsible ownership nearly all wolfdogs can become good companions, especially if their association and training begins at an early age. Even in cases of wolfdogs displaying consistently dog-like behavior, they may occasionally retain some wolf-like behavior such as digging dens, chewing up household items, climbing fences, and, to varying degrees, displaying some difficulty in housebreaking in relation to how high their wolf genetic content is. Low wolf-content wolfdogs rarely have these problems any more strongly or significantly than any other large-breed dog.
OTHER WOLFDOG CHARACTERISTICS Wolf Dog hybrids have a sensitive disposition. Wolf Hybrids are generally good-natured and entertaining. Wolf Hybrids are however inquisitive independent thinkers that can be rather aloof especially with strangers. Wolf dogs or Wolf hybrids mature slowly and do not reach physical maturity until 3 years of age. Wolfdogs are renowned for their heightened senses. Wolf hybrids have amazing eyesight along with remarkable hearing and and acute sense of smell. Like the Wolf, Wolf Dog hybrids are very athletic and are capable of lightning speed and great endurance.
Weight: - Female Wolf Hybrids typically weigh 70 - 100 pounds. Male Wolfdogs are generally larger than females Wolfdogs and weigh between 80 - 125 pounds at maturity.
Height: - Adult male Wolf Dog hybrids are generally 26 - 33 inches at the shoulders. Female Wolf Dog hybrids are a bit smaller and usually are 25 - 32 inches tall that the withers.
Coat: - The coat of a Wolf hybrid is usually heavy and dense.
Color: - Wolf Dog hybrids come in a variety of colors. The most common colors for Wolf Hybrids are a grizzled sable (agouti), white or black phased. The coloration of all Wolf Hybrids should be well blended.
Children & Pets Compatibility: - A Wolf Dog hybrid's large size and high-energy level do not make it a good choice for families with smaller children. Wolfdogs or Wolf hybrids can do well with other dogs when properly socialized at a very young age and raised together. Wolfdogs are not recommended with smaller sized pets especially cats.
Activity Level - Wolf Hybrids typically have a high-energy level and require adequate mental stimulation and exercise. Wolf Hybrids do not do well when confined to the indoors the majority of the time. A Wolf Dog hybrid requires a large properly fenced yard where the animal can run and romp.
Life Expetance - The average life expectancy for a Wolf Hybrid is 12 - 15 years.
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Dogs and wolves come from the same family, thus they tend to have similar physical traits except for the fact that wolves are understandably stronger and difficult, if not impossible, to train. Wolves are not to be domesticated in any way and people are discouraged from keeping them as household pets. On the other hand, wolf hybrids or wolf dogs are quite easy to get nowadays. Wolf-dog hybrids are bred with certain characteristics in mind. The idea is to end up with a wolf hybrid that has a good combination of wolf and domestic dog looks and disposition. These are carefully cultivated hybrids that have actually become named breeds.
Wolf hybrids are available, too, and there are many combinations from which to choose. For those of us who prefer to go with a tried and true domestic dog, there are lots of breeds that have that cool wolf look without the wolf disposition. There is the Lupo Italiano, Kunming wolf dog and others that have cross-bred with wolves over the years. These animals are not for the average dog owner either mainly because of their wild genes, which can pose as a threat toward other animals or small children. So in case you really are fascinated by wolves, you can settle with something that looks just like it but are in no way directly related to wolves at all. Wolves are social by nature and demand a great amount of attention and interaction from their pack. This expectation translates onto the owner when a wolf is kept in captivity.
FACTS ABOUT WOLFDOGS: Wolf-dog hybrids might or might not be registered breeds with set breeding standards that are strictly adhered to. Be extremely cautious if you decide to get one of these animals. Inherited characteristics will vary, depending on the breeds crossed.
They shed A LOT, and will blow their coat twice a year. In which case you will need a good brush.
They experience extreme separation anxiety, and are destructive when left alone.
They all have very high energy, and require high intensity exercise every day or they will become bored and destructive.
They require early socialization to avoid aggressiveness as they mature.
They can be serious noise makers, with lots of barking and howling.
They are best suited for large open areas, or owners who can stick to a regimen of daily exercise and constant supervision.
And, some of these breeds are more difficult to own than others.
1. Alaskan Malamute Alaskan Malamutes were bred to be sled dogs because of their power and size. They have incredibly high endurance and strength levels. But despite all this, they make excellent pets and are a popular breed among pet owners. But do know that Malamutes may not sit well with families who have smaller pets, as their prey drive can sometimes get the best of them. Malamutes come in a variety of colors including gray and white, sable and white, black and white, seal and white, red and white, or solid white. They also have facial markings that resemble that of an actual wolf. Overall, they should be raised in places with cold temperature as their thick double coat makes them susceptible to overheating.
According to the American Kennel Club, the Siberian Husky is a loyal, playful, and athletic breed that dates back to the ancient times wherein they were used as working dogs. With that, they require constant outdoor exercise especially during the cold weather. Lack of exercise may result in destructive behavior, so it is recommended that owners fence their lawn. Their similarities with wolves transcend more than just their physical appearances, as their characteristics include the need to be with a pack and their tendency to howl more than bark. They are generally a medium-sized breed too, weighing up to 27-28 kg in average. Like many dogs on this list, they must be introduced to smaller dogs or other animals at a young age because of their high prey drive. Despite that, they remain to be one of the ideal breeds for families and are especially good with children.
3. Akita The Akita is often compared to a Bear, however another animal that he resembles more closely is the wolf. Both are fierce protectors, strong and resilient. Let's take a look at side by side comparisons of the Akita VS Wolf. We will see how the two stack up in regard to: appearance, size, color, aggressiveness and stats. There are a lot of different wolves, all part of the Canidae family which includes dogs, so we will look at the Akita and the popular Grey Wolf. The Akita is an omnivore, eating meats, vegetables, fruits and grains. The wolf is primarily a carnivore. The American color is always 2 toned, sometimes 3. The Japanese Akita color is a bit simpler. It includes: Brindle, red and white. Despite the name, the Grey wolf can vary in coat color. Roughly 33% are black. A small percentage are a brown or white with brown markings. Those in Europe tend to have a black saddl, coloring across the back. For the Akita Inu, average life expectancy is 11 years. Health issues that eventually cause fatalities are cancer and heart failure. Bloat is also a risk for this breed and that is why feeding a proper diet is so important. For the wolf, the life span out in the wild is very short - only 8 years on average. This is due to wounds received including human traps, starvation and fatal injuries from other wolves while fighting for Alpha positions. A smaller number succumb to parvo and mange.
4. Czechoslovakian Wolfdog This relatively new breed has not many owners around the world. But its close resemblance to real wolves is enough to draw attention. The Czechoslovakian wolf dog is distinguished mainly by its iconic amber eyes and triangle-shaped ears that are erect like that of a wolf. They were reportedly first bred in Austria, Slovenia, and Hungary and then were imported to other countries not long after. They are actually a bred from German shepherds and Carpathian wolves with the goal to create a breed mixed with the strength of a wolf and the temperament of a German shepherd. While they may not be easily available, they are actually great house dogs and are fiercely loyal to their families. However, smaller animals should be introduced at a young age and socialization with other dogs should start early as well.
5. Kugsha Kugsha or known by the other name Amerindian Malamutes are wolf hybrids that are larger than the Siberian husky but smaller than a Malamute. The Kugsha has high energy and therefore needs a lot of exercise, an example of which is long daily walks. They need to keep busy or the tendency is they will get destructive. A Kugsha should not be kept indoors for so long, they can be trained to do some work like assisting with carrying heavy loads. Training and socialization with other animals and children should begin at a young age because of their predatory nature.
6. Samoyed Originally, Samoyed dogs were bred to herd reindeer and haul sledges. They got their name from the Samoyede people that resided in Siberia that regarded them as loyal companion who would keep them warm with their thick coat of fur. Modern Samoyed dogs are often kept as house pets because of their warm temperament and friendly personality. Owners should be aware of their health problems, which include kidney disease, hip dysplasia - a common ailment for large dogs, and diabetes. Other than that, they are excellent with children but will need training at an early age. The Samoyed is not related to the wolf or fox at all, instead their roots can be traced back to the primitive dog. A distinctive feature is their "Sammy Smile," which is described by their signature black lips pointing upward.
7. Tamaskan Another relatively new breed on this list is the Tamaskans. In fact, there are only 600 of these dogs around the world, but expect the numbers to grow over the years because of their popularity. They were fully recognized by the American Kennel Club last 2013 and were bred to look like wolves. The Tamaskan is known for its large, athletic body that is slightly bigger than that of a German shepherd. They have a variety of coat colors, ranging from red-gray to black-gray. These dogs are incredibly social and need constant exercise.
8. Canadian Eskimo Dog This rare dog is at the brink of extinction with a 2008 estimate of only 300 registered purebred around the world. The Canadian Eskimo goes by several names: Qimmiq, Canadian Husky, and Canadian Inuit Dogs and are an ancient breed that dates back to the time of indigenous canines. This dog has a powerful built and are extremely athletic. Like most spitz breeds, they have triangular and erect ears with a feathered tail. Their high predatory instincts do not make them an ideal family pet. But if you happen to own one, make sure they are placed somewhere cold to prevent any heat strokes.
9. Northern Inuit Dog Game of Thrones fans will know that these breeds are used to portray the Dire Wolves from the hit television series. They are a crossbreed of Siberian huskies, German shepherds, and Inuit dogs. They resemble wolves, but they are very friendly and are unlikely to show any signs of aggression. However, these breeds are not suitable for inexperienced owners. Training must begin at a young age to address behavioral problems like separation anxiety. Do note that these dogs are very smart and sociable, so getting along with other family dogs should come at ease.
10. Utonagan The Utonagan is a crossbreed between three dogs: Alaskan Malamute, German Shepherd, and Siberian Husky. They originated from Finland and are part of the Spitz family. At first glance, they look like wolves but are not directly related to them at all. This type of breed is strong and energetic, so a daily walk will do the job and avoid any destructive behavior. The Utonagan will do best in areas with cold weather because of their naturally thick coat. If you are to consider getting one, then make sure your house has an ample place to stretch their legs outdoors.
11. German Shepherd The German shepherd is undeniably one of America's favorite dog breeds. It is intelligent, amazingly versatile, loyal, and courageous. They are also known to defend their owners to death. With that being said, these dogs have been used for military, handicap assistance, and police work. The main problem with German shepherds is that they tend to be overprotective and remain loyal only to their family. This can be addressed by socializing at an early age and constantly doing so as they are grow up. So generally, the German shepherd may be an impressive dog for those who want something that resembles a wolf, but these dogs are not ideal for inexperienced owners. Their aloof personality tends to be an issue as well, they easily get suspicious, and while they do love their family, they tend to be not very welcoming toward guests.
12. Saarloos Wolfdog The last wolf hybrid on this list is the Saarloos Wolfhound, which is distinguished from other breeds by its powerful neck, long legs, broad head, and facial features that are very similar to that of wolves. It is as strong and energetic like the other wolf like breeds and will not fare well in apartments. They require daily exercise and need to be trained at a young age to instill discipline. The Saarloos Wolfhound actually show genetic associations with the gray wolf and it has been documented that it has indeed originated from them through years of crossbreeding. They come in three colors namely: red, white, and the most common wolf-grey because of their close connection to the gray wolf. These dogs are not recommended for inexperienced dog owners at all, and they are ideally kept with a pack of the same breed.
13. Alaskian Noble Companion Dog Temperament: Loyal, Curious, Anxious, Alert, Active. Alaskan nobles are a new breed, recognized for their stunning appearance and close resemblance to wolves. They are a crosbreed of Siberian Husky, German Sheppherd, Alaskan Malamute, along with other breeds. There are conflicting reports about whether or not these dogs carry wolf content. Do they make a good family pet? Not enough is known about this breed at this point. Alaskan nobles have been reported as being very affectionate, laid back, and playful with their owners. However, these same owners have also reported apprehension, and even aggressiveness towards strangers and children. Beyond these reports, Alaskan Nobles are known as being extremely loyal to their owners. They are very active dogs that love to explore and roam in free open space. Daily stimulation is required to occupy their intelligent minds. Just like any breed, they require early socialization to avoid becoming aggressive as they mature. They are also known to have very high separation anxiety.
14. Wolador Wolador dogs are a cross between Timber Wolves and Labrador Retrievers. These are large dogs that mature to 100 to 175 pounds. They tend to have black, black/tan, brown or red Labrador Retriever-type coats.
15. Wolamutes Wolamutes are Malamute X Timber or Gray Wolf hybrids. They are large animals, commonly weighing between 115 and 175 pounds. Wolamutes can look very wolf-like or could look more like a Malamute.
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Why wait until National Mutt Day on Dec. 2 to celebrate, and hopefully save the lives, of the many homeless mixed breed dogs out there. The largest percentage of dogs euthanized in shelters is medium to large mixed breed dogs - a ridiculous figure, since we all know that mutts are awesome! Here are the top ten reasons why mixed breed dogs rule.
1. They are unique! The standard for breeding purebreds calls for breeding puppies whose appearance and temperament are of exactly the same quality every time. A mixed breed dog is awesome because without these standards, the dog is more unique. Plus, when visiting a shelter to adopt a mutt, the selection of choices is more varied and unique than you'd find at a breeder.
2. They are more flexible Mixed breeds tend to be more flexible and more middle-of-the-road because they are not as strongly programmed as purebreds. Mixed breeds are thought to adjust more easily to a variety of households and living conditions, whereas purebreds tend to be bred with a specific skill set in mind, such as herding or hunting.
3. They can still compete Think you need to purchase a purebred in order to enter dog competitions? Think again! Mixed breeds can compete in agility competitions through groups like the NADAC, amongst others.
4. They can still be trained as service dogs Being trained as a service or therapy dog is no longer limited to just purebreds. Mixed breeds are now considered equally as awesome and capable in this regard.
5. Housetraining is provided Many mixed breeds found in shelters did belong to someone before - people who could not keep them due to allergies, or moving homes, or for some other reason. Because of this, many mixed breed shelter dogs come already potty and housetrained. A definite plus towards their awesomeness!
6. You can skip the puppy stage While many pet owners cherish the puppy stage, there are others who just don't have the time and patience to train a new puppy. With a mutt from the shelter, you have the choice of adopting a young or adult dog over a baby. In these cases, the dog's size and temperament will already be pretty set, too, so there will be no surprises in the future.
7. They have fewer health issues [DOUBTFUL!] There are some people who claim mixed breed dogs are healthier than purebreds. While this isn't proven, it is known that certain purebreds are more prone to specific illnesses. Mixed breed dogs are thought to be less likely to develop these illnesses because even if they are part, say, Golden Retriever, they have fewer Golden Retriever genes than a purebred one. BUT, from the other side, recent medical veterinary researches insist on 13 of 24 Genetic Disorders Occurred at Same Rate in Mixed Breeds and Purebreds!
8. They have cheaper start-up costs Many shelters only require a $50 to $200 donation in order for you to adopt a dog. Purebred dogs can run up to and over $1,000. Plus, a mixed breed from the shelter is likely spayed or neutered and is up-to-date on vaccinations, which will save you even more money.
9. You are saving a life Even if a purebred puppy doesn't get adopted (highly unlikely in and of itself), the puppy is already living in the home of a breeder, probably even still with its parents. A mixed breed dog living at a shelter, however, has a high chance of being euthanized. Adopting one means you are directly saving a life, a fact your grateful new dog will not soon forget.
10. Their awesomeness is contagious A mixed breed dog is for the adventurer in all of us. When purchasing a purebred dog, you are buying a specific temperament that has been honed through strict breeding practices over a long period of time. With a mixed breed, a puppy especially, the unknown genetic line leaves all that up in the air. Appreciate the spontaneity behind this and that makes you awesome by association with the awesome mutt you have chosen to adopt.
National Mutt Day, also known as National Mixed Breed Dog Day, was created in 2005 by Celebrity Pet & Family Lifestyle Expert and Animal Welfare Advocate, Colleen Paige, (also founder of National Dog Day, National Cat Day, National Puppy Day & many more) and is celebrated on both July 31st and December 2nd. National Mutt Day is all about embracing, saving and celebrating mixed breed dogs. The biggest percentage of dogs euthanized in due to the constant over-breeding and public desire of designer dogs and pure bred puppies that are sold to pet stores supplied by puppy mills that often produce ill and horribly neglected animals.
This special day was created to be celebrated on two dates per year to raise awareness of the plight of mixed breed dogs in shelters around the nation, to educate the public about the sea of mixed breed dogs that desperately await new homes and to celebrate the mazing breeds thst make up your fur child's lineage.
Mixed breed dogs are just as able to perform the duties of pure bred dogs - such as bomb and drug sniffing, search and rescue and guiding the blind. There are millions of loving and healthy mixed breed dogs sitting in shelters, who are desperately searching for a new home. One of the country's most famous movie dogs is Benji, is a mixed breed Terrier.
So please visit your local shelter and find a new friend today! If you can't adopt a mixed breed friend on July 31st or December 2nd, please donate at least $5 to your local animal shelter, as they all need financial assistance and every dollar counts! You can also volunteer to walk a dog, donate food and other supplies needed to your local animal shelter or make a donation in the memory of a loved dog who has crossed the Rainbow Bridge.
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Stray and shelter dogs can be the most loyal and loving of companions. Figuring out their exact genealogy can be a real head-scratcher, however. It can be useful to know which breeds are present in your dog from a health standpoint, and also to help you understand your friend's temperament, exercise needs, and which training methods might be most effective.
There are many ways to assess the genetic makeup of a mutt. You will be able to eliminate some possibilities and investigate others in more detail after considering these key physical and temperamental identifiers:
Body size & type Fur length & type Personality Ears
Body Size & Type One of the easiest ways to narrow down a dog's breed is by looking at its size. Is your dog tiny enough to ride around in your purse? Too big to fit in your car? Narrowing down your dogs size helps you know what size bracket it's parents were in as well. Here are some typical trends to consider:
Most often, though not always, female pups tend to be the same size as their mother and males tend toward the father. In general, a mixed breed dog will fall somewhere in between its parents' weights. If your dog weighs 100 pounds, there are only a few breeds big enough to give him such substance. Is your dog's size right in the middle of the road?
A fifty-pound dog could be a mix of nearly anything. Luckily for you, there are plenty of other ways to analyze his breeding. One is to study his body shape. Is your dog lean and leggy or short and chunky? An athletic dog of moderate weight (40-100 lbs) points to a hunting, working, or herding mix. Some common hunting, working, and herding breeds follow.
Ear Shape Are your dog's ears pointed or floppy? If they stand erect, there's a good chance your dog contains some German Shepherd, Husky, Australian Cattle Dog, or maybe even Chihuahua. Floppy ears make identifying the breed more challenging, unless they are long like a hound's. However, there are many different "sets" to dog ears.
Fur Length & Type Another indication of your dog's ancestry is his fur. First, look at the length and type of coat your dog has. Is it in two layers - a soft, fluffy layer underneath longer, coarser hairs? This is called a double coat. If your dog has only one layer, he is single-coated. Also consider the length and substance of the coat. Short and smooth, or long and wiry? Some combination of the two? A wire coat is unique and a sign of terrier blood. Soft-coated breeds can be a bit harder to pin down.
Color Examine your dog's coloring. Some dogs are solid while others are merle (mottled patches) or brindle. Some have spotting on their white patches known as "ticking." Some markings, such as tan points, require both parents to carry the gene in order for the marking to manifest. Below are some common coat colors and the most well-known dog breeds that sport them.
Personality At last, consider your dog's personality. Is he active, or a couch potato? Intelligent, or not the brightest guy in the room? There are many types of dog temperaments, and since mixed-breed dogs have a combination of traits and may have experienced less ideal situations in early life, it is hard to pin-point breed based upon a dog's personality. However, there are certain very broad general personality types associated with certain breeds. This may help you confirm what you already suspect, based upon your dog's physical characteristics.
Herding dogs like to keep their human pack in a group and may even exhibit "aggressive" behaviors like nipping at heels in order to bring people together.
Border Collies, Labradors, German Shepherds and other herding dogs have very good memories for language and can remember hundreds of words as verbal commands.
Breeds including Rottweiler, Mastiff, Great Danes, and German Shepherds are often used as protection dogs because they work well with humans, are dominant, and are highly trainable.
So-called "retrieving" dogs, including many types of Retrievers, are energetic, friendly, and will easily give what they "retrieve" to their owners.
Tests to Determine Dog Breed There are companies that offer breed evaluations through DNA testing. If you are curious enough to shell out some cash, be aware that these tests are not always reliable. They work by analyzing DNA for genetic markers common to a "family" of dogs. So, while you may not get quite the right breed, it can still point you in the direction of your dog's ancestry.
Keep in mind, that sometimes, a mixed breed dog is simply too jumbled up for even DNA to offer clues. In that case, I would simply recommend enjoying your unique and special pup for what he is: One of a kind!
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Getting to know your Mix Breed's roots They have been called "Mutts", mix breeds, cross breeds and several other descriptive names. My first dog was a mix breed of questionable ancestry but she had the speed of a Greyhound, the agility of a Border Collie, she gave love like a Golden Retriever and protected me like a Rottweiler. We often speculated about her ancestry but her DNA remained a mystery.
DNA breed identification is now easy to do and readily available. But what is the importance of it and does it have a place in caring for our dogs? The answer to this question is not a plain YES or NO but different aspects need to be taken in to consideration to be able to make an informed decision.
The temperament of a dog is influenced by many different factors. Genetics, socialisation, the environment and interaction with the owner all play a role. Knowing the dog's DNA profile will provide some insight in to the type of temperament the dog may have. But remember behaviour is influenced by a wide array of different factors, not just breed.
What you will get from the test An ancestry analysis certificate: Breeds are detected as ranges rather than absolute values. These are then listed on your certificate as Levels, which are defined as follows: Level 1: Over 75% of the DNA found in your dog is from the breed listed. Level 2: Each breed listed represents between 37-74% of your dog's DNA. Level 3: Each breed listed represents between 20-36% of your dog's DNA. Level 4: Each breed listed represents between 10-19% of your dog's DNA. Level 5: Each breed listed represents less than 10% of your dog's DNA, Behavioural information on each breed identified, Typical disease risk on each breed identified.
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The doggie doors have opened for the mixed breeds of the world, and any dog from a Labradoodle to a German Shepherd Chihuahua mix to a "Heinz 57" can compete in a dog show, and proudly display a CH before his or her name. Mixed Breed Dog Clubs of America is a national organization that hosts dog shows for mixes and mutts, and runs them in much the same way the American Kennel Club runs their shows. Dogs are judged on Conformation, Obedience and Rally. For Conformation, rather than dogs being judged separately according to breed, dogs are separated into three size groups. Small dogs compete against small dogs, medium against medium, and so forth. And like with the AKC, males and females are judged separately.
So how do you compare a Dachshund Shitzu mix to a Yorkie MinPin mix? Rather than use exacting breed standards, dogs are judged by their general appearance, physical condition, temperament, body shape, coat, color, gait and other factors that make a dog excellent. Conformation is a big deal in traditional dog shows, but are more for fun in mixed breed competition. Obedience and Rally is the real focus, and they are judged just like those events at purebred dog shows. Both Obedience and Rally display the dog's training and quality of communication between owner and dog, which the MBDCA feels is more important.
Mixed breed dog shows are not for breeding dogs! Mixed breed dog shows have one strict rule that is the polar opposite of traditional dog shows. All dogs must be spayed or neutered, and have proof, to register. In purebred dog shows, dogs must be able to breed, because the desire is for the best of breeds to continue the lineage. The MBDCA does not host dog shows for the purpose of breeding of mixes, but strongly promotes responsible pet ownership. Mixed breed dog shows are a great way to spend time with your dog!
Many people who show their dogs in mixed breed dog shows, and end up with a champion, just got into the training so they'd have something to do with their dogs. They have the time and the energy, and a dog they really love, and find that working to earn titles is a very enjoyable and rewarding activity. It also makes the dog more loveable to be around. Others adopt a dog and find that he has an awful lot of energy, and needs an outlet for it.
The American Canine Hybrid Club recognizes all hybrids produced from purebred ancestry, preferably registered with a recognized registration service. A hybrid dog is a mix between two or more purebred dogs.
How Hybrid Breeds Are Named: The first breeder to create a new hybrid cross and submit that breed to the ACHC, has the opportunity to name it. Here are some of the recognized hybrid breeds & their unique mixed-breed names:
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The story and adventures of Ottokar a Czechoslovakian wolfdog with his cat sister Sonja and his friends. Czechoslovakian wolfdog is not a hybrid. They are dogs, just special in their characters and are best suited for people who have time for them, who can invest time in them, patience, love and accept them to be part of your family.In return you will get lots of love from these dogs, loyalty and best of all they are your best friends; meaning they want to be with you. Suitable for people with knowledge about dogs, not first timers and never punish them for their misbehaviour but correction and teaching is the best method. They are extremely intelligent dogs.
The Czechoslovakian Wolfdog is a relatively new breed of dog that traces its original lineage to an experiment conducted in 1955 in Czechoslovakia. After initially breeding 48 working line German Shepherds with 4 Carpathian wolves, a plan was worked out to create a breed that would have the temperament, pack mentality, and trainability of the German Shepherd and the strength, physical build, and stamina of the Carpathian wolf. The breed was engineered to assist with border patrol in Czechoslovakia but were later also used in search and rescue, schutzhund, tracking, herding, agility, obedience, and drafting. It was officially recognized as a national breed in Czechoslovakia in 1982, in 1999 it became FCI standard no. 332, group 1, section 1.
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