These Wolf-Like Dog Breeds Come w/ Surprising Traits Despite their Scary Built
DOG BREEDS – Here are some breeds of dogs that bear the physical appearance and built that are like of wolves.
Are you one of the people who love living with dogs? Whether or not you are a dog lover, surely, there are dogs that have caught your attention. Each breed has unique attributes that make them unique from all others.
One of the most catchy attributes is the wolf-life appearance and built of some dog breeds. Among these are the Siberian Husky, the Alaskan Klee Kai, the Alaskan Malamute, the Czechoslovakian Vlcak (CSV), the Norwegian Elkhound, the Samoyed, and the Yakutian Laika.
Siberian Husky
The most popular wolf-like dog breed in the list is the Siberian Husky. It comes from the spitz breed and it known for its high energy, stamina, speed, and its escapist nature. This breed is used as sled racers thus they best suit active families. They usually come in black and white fur but they may also be copper and white or full white.
Alaskan Malamute
The next most popular breed that can be compared to the physical appearance of wolves is the Alaskan Malamute. They are cousins of Siberian Huskies and they also bear wolf-colored built and coats. In terms of size, they are often bigger than the Huskies. They are playful and affectionate but they need good socialization.
Czechoslovakian Vlcak (CSV)
You might mistaken this breed with Siberian Huskies that have standard coats. It is a product of the cross breeding of a German Shepherd and a Carpatian Wolf. These are working dogs that were used by the Czech military. They are smart, loyal, and athletic.
Norwegian Elkhound
Another in the list of wolf-life dog breeds is the ancient Nordic spitz breed Norwegian Elkhound. They accompanied Vikings in sailing and hunting. They have silver-gray coats and loyal and loving to their hoomans but can be suspicious of strangers.
Samoyed
A lot of people love the Samoyed — a full white dog that looks similar to wooly Siberian Huskies and Alaskan Malamutes. They are smart and they get along with people well. This breed of dog best is suited for families with kids because of their loving nature. They are often called “Sammies”.
Yakutian Laika
The Yakutian Laika is a multi-purpose dog. It has a hunting history as well as sled racing and reindeer herding. This breed’s physical appearance is comparable to a crossbreed of Collie and wolf. It is energetic and intelligent although it loves to please people.