difference also in their reactions towards wolf howls, the ancient breeds being more wolf-like than modern breeds. In line with this, we can expect that dogs’ reactions towards the howling of their closest living relative, the wolf, also correlate with the breeds’ genetic distance from the l...
Although patterns of dewclaw inheritance in wolf-dog hybrids and backcrosses have not been ascertained, we conclude that dewclaws in wolves, when present, are a clue of admixed ancestry, probably originating in areas where large dog breeds are involved in cross-matings. Other "atypical" ...
A wolfdog is a canine animal with a mixture of wolf and dog ancestry. They can be very unique-looking animals, and their dog-like appearance makes them seem easy to keep. Yet, owning a wolf-dog hybrid is challenging, as they are large animals that can turn aggressive if not taken care...
At some point in the distant past, it’s believed that they were mixed in with wild wolves. This heritage has given them a remarkably wolf-like appearance. But despite some misconceptions, they’re not wolf-dog hybrids. They are 100% legitimate dog breeds. Today, huskies are rarely used ...
We aimed to test whether hunting dogs produce barks differentially during encounters with different animal species. In order to test the barking of dogs at animals of different sizes, we needed to choose a universal dog breed. The choice of breeds for such a purpose was determined by the legis...
happiness, or almost any other emotion. Most will cry when they want to be let in or out. They might also yelp if surprised or in pain. Then, some dogs sing, or howl. Howling harkens back to a dog’s ancient wolf ancestors, and certain breeds are more inclined to howl than others....
In “The Man Who Lives With Wolves”, Shaun Ellis noted that each wolf eats different parts of a kill, depending on its status within the pack. E.g., the tough guy bruiser wolf got all the rich muscle meat, and the grunts got the bones and leftovers. Also, then, a wolf could iden...
We aimed to test whether hunting dogs produce barks differentially during encounters with different animal species. In order to test the barking of dogs at animals of different sizes, we needed to choose a universal dog breed. The choice of breeds for such a purpose was determined by the legis...
Each of these breeds—OK, maybe not the Czech wolfdog—can make great pets. But remember, so can the mutts at your local shelter. Many of them might possesspit bull terrierorLabrador retrieverDNA, but they'll love you just as much as any other dog....
Colorado is a canine-loving state with lots of dog-owning households. Labradors, poodles, pit bulls, and Frenchies are common breeds across the Rocky Mountain Region, but what are the rules when it comes to owning a wolfdog? Wolfdogs are hybrid species that result from breeding a domestic...