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21 Interesting Facts About Czechoslovakian Wolfhounds You Probably Didn’t Know

The result of crossing German Shepherds and Carpathian wolves got the name Czechoslovak Wolfhound (also: Wolfhound).

At first glance, one can immediately see that the Czechoslovakian wolfhound differs from the original wolf by only a few generations. Not only the typical fur markings and the distinctive head shape speak for this, but of course also the behavior.

FCI group 1: herding dogs and cattle dogs.
Section 1: German Shepherds
Country of Origin: Former Czechoslovak Republic
FCI standard number: 332

Height at the withers: males at least 65 cm,
females at least 60 cm.
Weight: Males at least 26 kg, females at least 20 kg
Use: working dog

#1 The wolf has a very special appeal to humans. Reminiscent of the wild and the roots of nature, wolves have always been fascinating animals to us.

It is therefore not surprising that many people want an animal with the appearance of a wolf.

#2 Nevertheless, this should bring all the advantages of a domesticated house dog. The Czechoslovakian Wolfhound was born out of this desire.

#3 However, a dog’s work performance cannot be upgraded or improved if wolves are randomly crossed in.

A wolf does not have the same tolerance for stress, nor the patience of a dog.

Mary Allen

Written by Mary Allen

Hello, I'm Mary! I've cared for many pet species including dogs, cats, guinea pigs, fish, and bearded dragons. I also have ten pets of my own currently. I've written many topics in this space including how-tos, informational articles, care guides, breed guides, and more.

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