Don has never had a wolfdog, but he has had a German Shepherd/Siberian Husky
mix and a Siberian Husky and loves wolf-like dogs.

Wolfdogs may be beautiful, but not everyone wants them in their neighborhood.

By Margo Peron http://www.zperonowki.com/ [Public domain], via Wikimedia
Commons

Wolf Hybrid Laws

Wolfdogs, or wolf-dog hybrids, are very controversial, and laws and
regulations concerning them vary from place to place. In some places, such as
Czechoslovakia, the wolfdog is recognized as a breed and registered as one by
the kennel club. It also has standards like other breeds.

However, about 40 states in the United States ban the owning and breeding of
wolf hybrids. In my own state of Wisconsin, the regulations even vary from one
county to another.

What Is a Wolfdog?

Generally, it is a hybrid of a wolf with a domestic canine, usually with
specific breeds such as German Shepherds, Malamutes, or Siberian Huskies.

• Usually, they are deliberately bred.
• Although there is some accidental breeding between wolves and domestic dogs, they are not usually inclined to mix.
• They are considered exotic pets.

A Wolfdog in the Snow

By Untitled (Own work) [CC BY-SA 3.0 (http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-
sa/3.0)], via Wikimedia Commons

Some Historical Facts About Wolfdogs

• There is some evidence that pre-historic wolfdogs date back 10,000 years or more in the Americas.
• In Europe, there is fossil evidence that suggests they were used for hunting mammoths.
• Animals in the artwork of the Teotihuacan civilization in Mexico’s Central Valley may have also been wolfdogs . Fossil evidence of them was found in 2010 and suggests that they were kept by the warrior class.
• In Great Britain, the first known wolf hybrid appeared around 1766 when a male wolf mated with a Pomeranian, who ended up having a litter of nine pups.
• Occasionally, English noblemen purchased wolfdogs as scientific curiosities.
• They were also popular in British menageries and zoo exhibits.
• There appears to have been no intentional breeding until the 1920s when the Saarlooswolfhond was created by a Dutch breeder.
• They were used as experimental attack dogs in South Africa during apartheid. These hybrids were bred from German Shepherds and wolves from the Urals. The first of these appeared in 1978. He was a male named Jungle who remained in service until 1989.

Wolfdog Breeds

According to Wikipedia, there are at least seven breeds of wolfdog
hybridization. Four are deliberate crosses with German Shepherds.

• Saarlooswolfhond: This breed was a result of the first attempt at sustained crossing of wolves with dogs to prevent distemper. The effort failed, but the FCI and Dutch Kennel Club recognized the breed.
• Czechoslovakian Wolfdog: Created in the 1950s.
• Lupo: Accepted by Italian Kennel Club.
• Kunming Wolfdog: A Chinese breed used for military purposes.
• Japanese Wolfdog: Might be a descendent of the extinct Japanese wolf.

A Wolfdog Stretching

By Krzyżówki (Own work) [CC BY 3.0
(http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0)], via Wikimedia Commons

The Czechoslovakian Wolfdog

In 1955, Czechoslovakia started with the breeding of 48 working-line German
Shepherds with 5 Eurasian wolves. According to Wikipedia, the aim was to
create a wolf-dog hybrid with the temperament, pack mentality, and
trainability of the German Shepherd, and the strength, physical build, and
stamina or the Eurasian wolf. The breed was developed for use by the border
patrol in Czechoslovakia. Later they were used in search and rescue,
schutzhund, tracking, herding, agility, obedience, and drafting. In 1982, the
dog was officially recognized as a national breed in Czechoslovakia. In 2002,
the breed was recognized in the UK.

There doesn’t seem to be a standard for wolf-dog hybrids in the U.S. They are
typically a cross between a pure wolf and a dog or a wolf hybrid. The dogs are
usually Malamutes, Huskies, or German Shepherds. The hybrids tend to result in
dogs that are bigger than wolves.

Temperament

Those who are pro-wolfdog tend to claim the animals are as docile as domestic
breeds, whereas most anti-wolfdog folks say they are vicious and untrainable.
Because these hybrids take on generic mixtures of wolves and dogs, their
physical and behavioral characteristics can’t be accurately predicted.
According to CDC and the Humane Society of the United States, the wolfdog
stands at number six among animals with the highest number of attack
fatalities in the U.S. But the aggressiveness varies from animal to animal.

Common sense would indicate that they need special training and probably a
special trainer. The website Wolf Country does not recommend the average
person own wolfdogs. However, these animals are great for those who have the
knowledge and inclination to keep and train them.

By Margo-CzW (Own work) [CC BY-SA 3.0 (http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-
sa/3.0)], via Wikimedia Commons

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Training a Wolfdog

Wolf Country also alludes to the “position of alpha.” While a dog can be
mastered (even a stubborn one), a wolfdog will always try to test the master
for dominance. The owner has to show superiority, but it can lead to a
constant battle. The same seems to be true to some extent with wolf-like
breeds such as Huskies, although maybe not to the same degree.

The main thing to keep in mind is that you should make an informed decision if
you are considering raising a wolfdog. Aside from local laws, the owner must
have enough space and dedication and know the necessary diet and availability
of medical care. Ask whether your vet can and is willing to treat a wolfdog.

According to Wolf Country, they have special needs—physical and mental. Many
hybrids end up being put down because it is very difficult to place them with
new owners. The website recommends a Malamute or Husky for people who want
something that resembles a wolf.

People have to understand that a wolfdog is still part wild, it will never
be the docile family pet.

— Wolf Country

Wolfdogs’ Health

Wolfdogs, according to Wikipedia, are affected by fewer inherited diseases
than most breeds. Some established breeds were bred specifically to improve
the health and vigor of working dogs.

The USDA has not approved rabies vaccines to be used on wolfdogs. Owners and
breeders claim that this is a political attempt to discourage wolfdog
ownership.

A Gorgeous Wolfdog

By Margo-CzW (en wikipedia) [Public domain], via Wikimedia Commons

Wisconsin Laws Regarding Wolf-Dog Hybrids

When I moved to Wisconsin, I had a German Shepherd/Siberian Husky mix, and
presently, I have a Siberian Husky with an unknown mix. In both cases, people
have often told us they look to be part wolf.

I have met owners in town who have wolfdogs. One day, I was walking my dog,
and a woman driving by stopped me to inquire if it was part wolf. It turned
out her dog was a wolf hybrid. Another case was someone I used to run across
when walking my pup. His dog looked like a Husky. One day, I was walking by
his house and one of his neighbors told me that the man had died. The neighbor
wanted to know what to do about the dog, and later told me that he decided to
get a wolfdog rescue to take it. That was the first time I knew what breed it
truly was.

Some counties in Wisconsin ban wolf hybrids (e.g., LaCrosse county). Others do
not. According to an article in the Lacrosse Tribune, the wolf hybrids,
being neither wolf nor dog, don’t fit the legal categories, making it
difficult for animal control authorities to know how to deal with them. There
are also no state laws to regulate them. Since they are not dogs, they don’t
fall under regulations for dogs and they don’t fit into the regulations for
wolves. According to the article, the Humane Society wants to totally ban
wolfdogs.

Sources

• Czechoslovakian Wolfdog

• News Article: “State, county officials look to regulate wolf-dog hybrids”

This content is accurate and true to the best of the author’s knowledge and
is not meant to substitute for formal and individualized advice from a
qualified professional.

© 2011 Don A. Hoglund

Comments

Em on March 23, 2020:

I am wondering what states allow wolf hybrid ownership without a license. I am
considering getting a wolf hybrid as a companion. I have lots of experience
with big dogs and have owned Huskies,German Shepards, Malamutes, and dogs of
these breeds combined with very slight amounts of wolf dna. Should I get a
wolf hybrid and where are they legal to own?

Kat on October 06, 2019:

I am wanting a wolfdog, but i was wondering if you knew what states don’t
allow them?

Greg on October 17, 2018:

I have a wolf hybrid (40ish percent) and she acts just like a dog. She lays on
my bed and couch just like a dog. She eats normal dog food just like a dog.
The only thing I’ve noticed is she is timid around people she does not know.
She isn’t aggressive, she actually becomes very submissive. The only other
difference is she is very curious at things all the time that my German
Shepherd could care less about. For instance, an object she has never seen
before. She has to inspect it.

katelynn Schroeder on February 02, 2018:

I do not have a wolf cub

Roland Craft on November 25, 2017:

Do you have any wolf cubs for sale

Don A. Hoglund (author) from Wisconsin Rapids on July 09, 2012:

Thanks for commenting DrMark. The Czech dog seems to be somewhat successful,
although it probably requires a more skilled handler that some more
traditional breeds. I don’t believe they are used for ranch work but for such
things as search and rescue.

Dr Mark from The Atlantic Rain Forest, Brazil on July 09, 2012:

Interesting article. Did the Czechs find that their mixture really had the
characteristics they were looking for? I would think the wolf breeding would
cause a lot more unpredictability. Not a bad thing in a wild animal but not
something most European ranchers would want to deal with.

Don A. Hoglund (author) from Wisconsin Rapids on May 11, 2012:

Thanks for visiting and commenting.

RunAbstract from USA on May 11, 2012:

Wonderful, informative Hub! And what great discussions in the comments!

Thank you for this great read!

Don A. Hoglund (author) from Wisconsin Rapids on May 11, 2012:

There are some breeds such as Siberian Husky, that are gentically close to
wolves according to fairly recent DNA evidence. I have a Siberian Husky and
previously some mixes of Siberian Husky and German Shepherd. People often
mistake them for wolves or wolfdogs. Our current dog has some of the
characteristics you describe. She is shy–although that might be due to
treatment she had before we got her.

Thank you for sharing you experience as owner of a wolfdog.

Guest. on May 11, 2012:

I watched this video.. They both make very good points. I have a young wolf-
dog. She’s very sweet and gentle but also shy of strangers, That doesn’t stop
her from letting me know if someone that isn’t suppose to be on our land is
there though. We also have a German Shepard husky mix. He’s about a year and
very shy he.

I however have to say this, She doesn’t try to attack or kill any of our other
animals… except my hamster that escape its cage… The kittens and cats are
perfectly fine and safe she doesn’t nip or anything at them even when they
hiss at her. My mix dog tries to heard the cats though.

I wouldn’t give her up for the world. I can’t move back to my home state
because I can not have her there. I’m going to start school to be able to
actually study wolves and other animals. I want to help them not get them
completely banned from every place.

A guy I know travels and does conservation talks about them. He actually has
two wolf-dogs and they are very well taken care of. He’s also working on
setting up a rescue center in our state for them. I hope to help him out one
day.

Don A. Hoglund (author) from Wisconsin Rapids on February 18, 2012:

AK’Finest, thanks for your comments.What you say makes a lot of sense and I
agree with you.Thanks for adding this information.

AK’sFinest on February 18, 2012:

I’ve got a Pyrenees/malamute and wolf hybrid. He is a beautiful dog but I
would not recommend a wolf-dog to most people in America. Mine gets walked
twice a day and lives outside and I think both of those things are crucial in
keeping such a dog sane. These dogs seem to be very cautions, nervous, and
high strung when it come to visiting strangers. He does not ever bark and
rarely shows any emotion except he will bury his head in my chest and wag very
slightly when he is in a cuddly mood. He seems to have tons of quiet
personality that sometimes boils out into a zany sort of exuberance. He, and
other hybrid dogs I’ve seen, is very very aggressive toward other dogs and
will attack them on sight. Many hybrids are part Malamute so this just
exacerbates the problem. If you have other dogs, make sure if you get a hybrid
that it is the youngest of your dogs and very clearly at the bottom of the
social ladder otherwise you will have a royal fight on your hands that will
not end well. I would encourage only very dedicated and physically fit dog
owners to take on such an animal. It helps to own lots land as well.

Don A. Hoglund (author) from Wisconsin Rapids on February 11, 2012:

To a large extent your description of your wolfdog could fit our Siberian
Husky. Except for having a neighbor with a wolfdog, I have no real life
experience with them. It is good that yours works out well for you. Thanks for
commenting.

Craigery on February 11, 2012:

We have a Siberian-wolf that is a VERY sweet tempered 7 year old dog! However,
she will kill possoms, rats, or small wild animals in the back yard.

Wolves in the wild are very, very timid (unless there is prey around). Many
people think that a wolfdog behavior is similar to a Pitt Bull, when just the
opposite is the case. They usually don’t bark, aren’t territorial (they make
lousey watchdogs!!!), and are many times shy of strangers.

Another thing is our dog can chew through a leash in seconds — the broken
leash doesn’t looked chewed, it looks like it was cut with a razor blade!!!
Another wolfdog owner told me that her wolfdog would bite seatbelts in her car
— after seeing what our wolfdog can do to leashes, I totally believe her!!!

We have a cabin in the woods, and a neighbor there had wolfdogs –they would
come by and investigate when we were around, but they were always in the
shadows! Noiselss, barkless, curious, but definitely not an “in your face”
dog!!

Our dog works well in our family — really the ideal dog for us!!! She LOVES
walks, and sniffs at everything. And yes, people have actually stopped their
cars and asked me if she was a wolf! Interestingly she likes every person (she
must have been socialized as a puppy), and has lived with cats, but does not
seem to like to be around other dogs. Not sure why!!!! —

Don A. Hoglund (author) from Wisconsin Rapids on February 10, 2012:

Hi Tammyswallow, thanks for commenting.The wolf hybrid is interesting although
probably not a good pet.

Tammy from North Carolina on February 10, 2012:

I LOVE these creatures. I am researching laws on coyotes and came across this
hub. Charlotte, NC just advertised open season on coyotes. The county is
letting people kill them at will as long as they use a bow an arrow. This
breaks my heart. Great hub… as always!

Don A. Hoglund (author) from Wisconsin Rapids on February 04, 2012:

Thank you for reading it and commenting. They are interesting although I am
skeptical about owning one.

rodlyalcide from Miami, FL on February 04, 2012:

Great hub.. I am a big fan of Wolf dogs so this hub quickly caught my
attention.

Don A. Hoglund (author) from Wisconsin Rapids on January 31, 2012:

Thanks for commenting.I do not know much of anything about animal IQ.

Brett C from Asia on January 31, 2012:

Was an interesting read about a cool looking dog! I was also just told that
they have an incredibly high IQ of 40-60 … do you know if this is true?

Thanks for SHARING.

Don A. Hoglund (author) from Wisconsin Rapids on January 19, 2012:

We recently got a Siberian Husky that people ask the same question. I told the
dog groomer that and he said that people don’t realize how big wolves are.

Thanks for commenting.

dappledesigns from In Limbo between New England and the Midwest on
January 19, 2012:

this is really great info! We recently adopted our dog, a German Shepherd /
Norwegian Elkhound mix from a rescue shelter. The mix gives him such a
different coat from winter to summer that he looks like a completely different
dog. It wasn’t until we recently moved to Wisconsin that we had 3 people all
in the same week ask us if he was part wolf. Maybe it was the silver from the
elkhound coloring that he gets in the winter along with the 8 pounds of fur!
We have had multiple children call him a wolf as well. It wasn’t until the 3rd
kid that we started to realize maybe he really looks like one! It’s very
interesting. Great hub!

Don A. Hoglund (author) from Wisconsin Rapids on December 10, 2011:

Thanks for visiting.Dogs I think have individual personalities. our husky like
to run but the rest of the time she seems to like sleeping.

Kyra on December 10, 2011:

I have a Husky/Lab mix, and a Timber wolf/Husky mix. My Husky Lab mix is
always hyper, but sweet as can be. And my Timber Wolf Husky mix is lazy and
laid back. Both are the sweetest dogs ever, and wouldn’t trade them for the
world.

Don A. Hoglund (author) from Wisconsin Rapids on August 25, 2011:

Thanks for the good comment. One problem with “exotic” pets is that people
often get them because they are exotic and often get bored with them and
possibly abandon them. this is unfair to the animal and the public.I do agree
with your comments.

TheEpicJourney from Fairfield, Ohio on August 24, 2011:

Really good information here Dahoglund. I think i have the same feelings you
do in that I don’t really have an opinion for or against them. What I think is
important is that people are informed about what they are so that when we as a
public decide if we want to allow them or not we are making informed decisions
and not decisions based solely on fear. I think a wolf/dog hybrid can be just
like any exotic pet. There are good even great ones and there are incredibly
dangerous ones. Every individual animal is different. I mean if people keep
tigers, bears, and other sorts of animals as pets or even perform with them on
stages in huge audiences I hardly think wolf/dog hybrids are something to be
scared of. I respect the desire and freedom of owners who are willing to
invest the time and energy to properly train and raise a hybrid. I also
respect the need and safety of the public to ensure such unpredictable animals
remain in safe hands and not accidently in the hands of the general uninformed
public. Again information is the key in this issue and you have done a superb
job of putting a lot of good information here to help with that task!

Don A. Hoglund (author) from Wisconsin Rapids on August 01, 2011:

I own a Siberian Husky and previously owned a Siberian Husky German shepherd
mix. People tended to mistake them for wolves. Then when I moved to Wisconsin
I found there are some wolf-dog hybrids around.

Thanks for commenting.

RunAbstract from USA on August 01, 2011:

I owned a chow/wolf mix. Our female chow “tied up” with a lone wolf that
roamed in and around our home, and produced 3 puppies. We kept one.

This wolf/dog mix was a very smart animal. He easily trained to several voice
commands. But he also had a vicious side to him, and so I kept him from
strangers.

I also noticed at certain times of the year, he seemed to go a little “cracker
dog” and not be his normal self. So durning those times I was extra cautious
with him as far as strangers went.

He eventually got away from home durning one of his seasonal episodes, and in
fact bit a little girl. Thank God he didn’t maul her! I had to have him put
down.

It was very sad. I stayed home and cried for two days. But I will not own an
animal that is dangerous to children.

I loved this animal! He was beautiful and loyal. He ate me out of house and
home and was as loving as any pet I have ever had. I miss him dearly, and hope
to never own another wolf/dog mix.

I lost track of one of the puppies of the three, and the other I kept contact
with is what I would consider a “bad dog”. Mean, and having to be contained
with limited interaction with strangers.

Great article! Voted up!

Don A. Hoglund (author) from Wisconsin Rapids on May 28, 2011:

That is quite probable. My non-wolfdogs tend to be mistaken for wolves quite
often. Thanks for reading and commenting.

Melissa A Smith from New York on May 28, 2011:

More time then not people are mistaken when they think they own real
‘wolfdogs’.

Don A. Hoglund (author) from Wisconsin Rapids on May 06, 2011:

Thanks for taking the time to stop by and read the hub.

william.fischer29 on May 05, 2011:

Interesting hub.

Don A. Hoglund (author) from Wisconsin Rapids on April 24, 2011:

Since it is generally believed that the wolf is the common ancestor of dogs, I
think there is a certain snob appeal in having a dog closely related to
wolves. It is much like people who say they can trace their family back to the
Mayflower.Thanks for commenting.

justmesuzanne from Texas on April 24, 2011:

Interesting. I’m sure, just as with bully types, there are no bad wolf dogs,
only bad people. It is extremely important to understand the temperament and
psychology of the animal one is dealing with, and unfortunately, few people
have the gift of being able to do this. It seems that the least sensitive
among us have a penchant for taking on the most challenging types of dogs!

I have always found the number of people who claim their dogs are “part-wolf”
to be rather amazing, too! If their claims were true, it seems we would have a
real problem with wolves venturing out of their far-away and dramatically
reduced natural habitats for the purpose of seeking out German Shepherds and
Huskies to mate with! ;D

Don A. Hoglund (author) from Wisconsin Rapids on April 06, 2011:

Thank you for your observations. I have no opinion on people owning them, I
don’t think I would. Howevera, they are interesting.

NateSean from Salem, MA on April 06, 2011:

As a wolf lover, I’ve always been drawn to the idea of one day owning a
hybrid. But the risks of not being able to properly train one are too great
for me to take.

I’m glad that you’ve placed such pertinent information here. This could
actually be useful to a lot of people who are considering breeding this type
of dog.

Don A. Hoglund (author) from Wisconsin Rapids on April 03, 2011:

It has been awhile since I have. However, they will tend to resemble the breed
that they are mixed with. around here that is likely to be one of the sled dog
breeds.our Siberian Husky is often taken for a wolf or wolfdog.In an old film
version of Jack London’s “Call of the wild” I thought it funny that they used
what looked to me like Huskies to play the part of wolves.

Peggy Woods from Houston, Texas on April 03, 2011:

I don’t know if I have ever seen a wolfdog in person. Do they look that
different from German Shepherds?

Don A. Hoglund (author) from Wisconsin Rapids on April 03, 2011:

In my lifetime I have run across various theories about the ancestries of
dogs.The most common belief is that all dogs came from wolves. Accepting that,
then there is always the debate about which dog is closest to the
wolf.Candidates are;German Shepherds, Huskie breeds,Collies.

I believe another theorie is common ancestor.

Then there are other wild dogs such as the Dingo.

Much to speculate on. Thanks for commenting. I never really met any wolfdogs
till I got to Wisconsin.

Peggy Woods from Houston, Texas on April 03, 2011:

My parents always had german shephards and loved that breed. With any large
dog one needs to be firm and establish the “alpha” role early on in their
training. It is probably even more so for a wolfdog which is part wild
genetically. Didn’t all dogs genetically come down from the wolf originally?

A wolf Pomeranian mix…amazing!

Don A. Hoglund (author) from Wisconsin Rapids on March 29, 2011:

Yes,I agree. Thanks for the comment.

Wesman Todd Shaw from Kaufman, Texas on March 28, 2011:

I’m positive that wolf and dog hybrids are dangerous – every single time that
an irresponsible human “owns” such a beautiful animal. Someone with
understanding and the time to devote to such an animal, however, would surely
have a wonderful experience.

Don A. Hoglund (author) from Wisconsin Rapids on March 26, 2011:

From all I have read of wolfdogs is that they are controversial. Some folks
think they are quite dangerous, while others think they are very good
dogs.Thanks for your comment.

Mrs. Menagerie from The Zoo on March 26, 2011:

My husband had a very beloved wolfdog named Kimo when he was a teenager. He
still speaks so fondly of that dog, as do all his friends and family that knew
Kimo. Apparently, kimo was very smart, loyal, calm and beautiful. I was the
mean wife who would not get a wolfdog for our family (with young kids)because
I had a friend whose ear was torn off by a wolfdog when he was about 4 years
old. This dog was usually quite mellow but thought it was protecting the
family’s child. So sad.

Don A. Hoglund (author) from Wisconsin Rapids on March 26, 2011:

Like you I have only met a couple of them and that was when I was walking my
own dog. Since my most recent dogs have been Husky mixes people think they are
wolves or part wolf anyhow.It is a controversy even among professional dog
people about the feasibility of mixing dogs and wolves.Thanks for the comment.

Linda Crampton from British Columbia, Canada on March 26, 2011:

I enjoyed your interesting hub. I’ve only seen a wolfdog once, which I met
while I was walking my dog. The wolfdog seemed very calm besides his owner,
and wasn’t upset or excited about being near my dog. I’d like to meet more
wolfdogs and get to know them better.

Don A. Hoglund (author) from Wisconsin Rapids on March 26, 2011:

I think it takes a particular kind of person to have a wolfdog. I suspect that
house insurance might go up as well. thanks for commenting.

Mrs Cookie from United Kingdom on March 26, 2011:

Thanks for a great hub.

I remember a friend of my father having a wolf hydrid when I was younger and I
really liked the idea of having a pup from her but was advised against it.

Don A. Hoglund (author) from Wisconsin Rapids on March 26, 2011:

Wolfdogs definitely are not for everyone. Our previous dog was about half
alsatian and half husky. She was actually a rather gentle dog. The control
factor with your sons dog sounds like it was more due to the way the dog was
treated.

Thank you for reading my article and commenting.

carolyn (dingyskipper) on March 26, 2011:

My son rehomed a British inuit dog. she is like a Northern inuit, so
originally part malumute + husky + alsation, very hard to keep under control
without a lot of effort, a killer of rabbits cats rats you name it. Bred to
look like a wolf, was actually used by a wolfdog breeder for pups, who then
allowed her to be attacked by them, she is a lovely dog now though

Don A. Hoglund (author) from Wisconsin Rapids on March 25, 2011:

That is the first I have heard of a wolfdog used for that purpose. Size would
depend somewhat on what breed of dog they were bred with. Thanks for
commenting.

WindyWinters from Vancouver Island, BC on March 25, 2011:

I really enjoyed reading you hub about wolfdogs. When I was working in a
store, a customer had an assist dog that I learned was a wolfdog. The dog was
beautiful looking but huge…the size of a small pony. Thanks for your history
about this interesting animal breed.

Don A. Hoglund (author) from Wisconsin Rapids on March 24, 2011:

The wolfdogs are a cross between a wolf and some other breed, usually one of
the sled pulling dogs.

The greyhound is a breed largely bred for dog racing. i am presently working
on a hub about Dalmatians but I can do some research about the greyhound when
I am done.

andycool on March 24, 2011:

Will you please write a hub on greyhounds? I need info on greyhounds. Thanks!
– andycool

andycool on March 24, 2011:

Awesome, I didn’t know so much about the wolfdogs! Are they the same species
of the greyhounds? Anyway, thanks for sharing! – andycool

Don A. Hoglund (author) from Wisconsin Rapids on March 24, 2011:

They are probably not very well known outside of Northern climates. Thanks for
your comment.

Esther Shamsunder from Bangalore,India on March 24, 2011:

Thanks for excellent info. I had no idea about wolfdogs.

Don A. Hoglund (author) from Wisconsin Rapids on March 20, 2011:

I’m glad you found it interesting. Thank you for the comment.

toknowinfo on March 20, 2011:

Excellent hub. Chock full of information and made for a very interesting read.
Thanks for this interesting article. Rated up and useful.

Don A. Hoglund (author) from Wisconsin Rapids on March 19, 2011:

The world of canines is a large one with a long history. thanks for reading.

Jeremey from Arizona on March 19, 2011:

Most interesting. Thanks for the informative hub. Always been a wolf lover and
a dog lover, never did much research on either. This may have been the
inspiration I needed.

Don A. Hoglund (author) from Wisconsin Rapids on March 19, 2011:

Thank you for reading and commenting.

prasetio30 from malang-indonesia on March 19, 2011:

Thanks my friend for brought the wolfdog history to us. I learn much from you
and you open my eyes about this animal. Well done and I give my vote to you.
Take care!

Prasetio

Don A. Hoglund (author) from Wisconsin Rapids on March 19, 2011:

Thanks for the comment and voting. I am glad you enjoyed it.

Eiddwen from Wales on March 19, 2011:

Another great hub in this series and as with the others I really did enjoy it.

I push all the buttons for this one as well.

Thank you so much for sharing and take care.

Eiddwen.

Don A. Hoglund (author) from Wisconsin Rapids on March 18, 2011:

I think they vary from dog to dog. also it might depend on what breed of dog
they are crossed with. They aren’t generally bred for pets so much as for
things like guard duty and military.

Thanks for your comment.

Rob from Oviedo, FL on March 18, 2011:

Back when I worked as a dog groomer, I worked on a few wolf hounds. I was
surprised how good natured they were. I don”t know if they’re all like that
but the ones I worked with were friendly.

Don A. Hoglund (author) from Wisconsin Rapids on March 18, 2011:

swb64

They have various designations. It appears that “wolfdog” is preferred
although wolf-dog, wolf dog hybrid are also used.Thanks for commenting.

Don A. Hoglund (author) from Wisconsin Rapids on March 18, 2011:

Ginn Navarre

I’m glad you found it interesting. I partly got curious because of people who
have mistaken my dogs for wolves or wolfdogs.

swb64 from Addingham, UK. on March 18, 2011:

Very good, wolfdog sounds kind of scary!!! in my latest hub Morecambe, this
town has now been designated the Alsatian town of the UK!

Ginn Navarre on March 18, 2011:

Great info, this brought back memories of a different breed that I once
learned from. (A Wild Call)a true story. Thanks