A visit to wolf dogs

     

      Wolf dogs (or wolfshund) is one of the most rare and mysterious breeds of dogs. It’s rather hard to call them “pets”. However, a wolf dog can be the most reliable, clever, brave and tender four-legged friend.

      We were invited  by a breeder of wolf dogs (Chekhoslovatskiy volchak) , whose farm is situated not far from Moscow. Breeding of these dogs is under particular control. The blood of puppies of each litter is to be  tested on the proportion of wolf and dog blood, as wolf genes are very strong.

     Even very young wolf dogs are extremely dynamic and are able to jump over a two meter high fence easily. They need at least two walks, three hours each.

   The instructor gave me an opportunity to work with an adult male wolf dog. It is an exciting experience!  However, not all traditional training methods can be applied. It was a little easier for me to establish contacts with the wolf dog, as my elder pet is of an aboriginal breed, independent and aggressive. However, when I weakened my attention and looked straight into eyes of a wolf dog I made a serious mistake as it provoked a wave of aggression.

   To have a wolf dog (but a female) became my dream now.  Communicating and working with this breed can be fascinating.

     There is a fragment of a professional work with a male wolf dog.