You probably know that every dog originally descended from wolves.
Some wolf-like dog breeds have retained the resemblance to their ancestors to this day, while others were intentionally brought about by breeding.
If you are looking for an almost «real primal wolf», take a look at the fascinating number 22.
1. Siberian Husky
Because of the color of his fur, his ears and his stature, the Siberian husky one wolf very similar.
The husky found its use primarily as a sled dogbut even today he is often used for the draft dog sport.
Just like wolves, dogs need one strong leader. As an “alpha animal” you should be very dominant and consistent.
However, you will get one for that kind, gentle and loyal Companion.
2. Samoyed
The one from Russia Samoyed is optically only at the tail of white arctic wolves to distinguish. It is also genetically closely related to wolves to this day.
He was mainly used as German shepherd used in cold areas.
The playful and loving Dogs are less suitable for families due to their strong bond with the owner. They also like to howl like their wild ancestors and shed a lot of hair.
3.Northern Inuit Dog
The Northern Inuit Dog is a relatively modern breed. It originated in England in the 1980s as a breeding project.
The aim was to create a new breed of dog that would look like this wolf comes very close.
In doing so, he was given the qualities for one family dog grown. He is considered familiar, good-natured and calm. He also gets by with relatively little spout.
Good to know:
This breed was only really known as “wolfhound” with the release of the TV series “Game of Thrones”
4. Alaskan Malamute
Although the Alaskan Malamute very similar to wolves sees, he is of his essence devoted, loyal and friendly.
Visually, the Malamute differs from its ancestor by its curved tail and its friendly look.
In his homeland of Alaska he was mainly used as a sled dog deployed. He has a lot of energy and needs a lot of exercise.
The four-legged friend has a particularly strong protective instinct towards babies and small children.
5. Groenendael
With his stature and pointy ears he resembles Groenendael visually one black wolf.
The subspecies of Belgian Shepherd Dog was recognized as a separate breed because of its visual differences.
The intelligent, good-natured and loyal Belgian is easy to train and gives in addition to his original task as German shepherd a great family dog away.
6. Saarloos Wolfhound
This breed is a so-called “wolf hybrid” She was created by a cross between a German shepherd and one Eurasian wolf.
Danger:
Keeping these dogs in Germany is only permitted under strict examination with official approval.
The nature and behavior of these beautiful animals has very many characteristics of the wolf keep.
He is shy and jumpy and feels little need to associate with people.
7. Tamaskan
Also the Tamaskan is a very modern dog breed. He was specially bred in Finland in 1980 to look like a wolf to look but feel like a domestic dog to behave.
The Tamaskan is very intelligent and willing to work. So he has to be busy almost continuously.
Although he very loyal and socialand therefore a great one family dog he needs a family that is willing to actively spend a lot of time with him.
8. Alaskan Noble Companion Dog
This breed is also relatively new and is not yet officially recognized as a breed.
He should like one black Wolf look, but with the properties of a domestic dog receive.
That’s how it is Alaskan Noble Companion Dog very friendly, obedient and tame. Since he needs a lot of exercise, he is in good hands with a family that enjoys hiking and has a large garden.
9. Canadian Eskimo Dog
In his native Canada he found Canadian Eskimo Dog his use as hunting dog and sled dog.
the dem very similar to wolves sighted breed has been considered as good as extinct for several years. In 2008 were merely 300 live specimens counted.
Canadian Eskimo Dogs have extreme endurance. According to tales, they can go further than a modern snowmobile can go with a full tank of fuel.
10. Kolyma-Indigirka Laika
The Kolyma-Indigirka Laika has its home in Russia. There the Laikas are still called today hunting, shepherd and sled dogs deployed.
These dogs don’t just see visually like wolves until the 18th century they also lived mainly in the wilderness of Russia. They were mostly friendly towards people.
Still, the Kolyma-Indigirka Laika is considered very reserved and shy.
He is difficult to train and therefore absolutely not a dog for beginners.
11. Swedish Lapphund
Swedish Lapphund, Dog standing on Grass
At a young age he sees Swedish Lapphund rather one bears similar. He gets his wolf-like appearance only in adulthood. However, its fur is always black.
In Sweden, the Lapphund was mainly used as a herding dog used for reindeer.
His bark is unusually high pitched. It’s loud, but not threatening. It is therefore ideal for pointing the way to your herd without chasing them away.
12. Seppala Siberian Sled Dog
The Seppala Siberian Sled Dog hails from Alaska.
He has the same ancestors as him Siberian husky. He has probably therefore optically strong Similarities to the wolf.
As the name suggests, the sleddog was mainly used as a sled dog used, so he needs a lot a lot of exercise.
The good-natured and active dog is very playful and affectionate. He is inquisitive and trainable.
13. Utonagan
In England in the 1980s the Utonagan. Again, one should wolf-like appearance be reached.
He looks like a wolf but is not a wolf hybrid. Rather, it originates from crosses between German Shepherd, Alaskan Malamute and Siberian Husky.
The energetic dogs are protective and loyal. However, they are completely unsuitable for life in city apartments.
14. Caucasian Ovcharka
The Caucasian Ovcharka comes from the cold mountain areas of Eastern Europe.
There he was mainly as guard and shepherd dog deployed.
Ovcharka sees from the front very similar to a wolf. Viewed from the side, however, one notices its significantly more massive stature.
The Caucasian Ovcharka is very stubborn and is difficult to train. Even professional dog trainers often reach their limits with him.
15. Greenland Dog
Genetically he should Greenland Dog identical to canadian eskimo dog but is considered a separate breed.
He is very strong and persistent and was therefore mainly used as sled and working dog deployed.
The Greenland Dog has a very strong alpha instinct. For this reason he only listens to one Lord.
This should be very self-confident, consistent and experienced. This four-legged friend is not suitable for newcomers to dogs.
16. Pomsky
The Pomsky arose from a cross between Pomeranian and Siberian husky. One came Type “mini wolf” out of here.
The puppies in a litter can at the same time resemble more of a husky or a spitz.
Still, the Pomsky cannot deny the Husky in its genes. He is very energetic and needs a lot of exercise.
In addition, he is very loyalbut can also be very stubborn at times.
17. Schipperke
The one from Belgium Schipperke is very similar due to its pointed ears and longer fur on the neck black wolf.
The Schipperke is also one of them Belgian Shepherd Dogs and is recognized as a separate breed.
It was primarily used as a Shepherd and guard dog. The confident and independent dog is curious and trustingbut also likes to show his stubbornness during training.
18.Native American Indian Dog
This breed of dog was specially bred in the USA to protect the temporarily almost extinct native wolves of North America to be remembered visually.
The optics with the properties of a domestic dog connecting has been very successful.
The Native American Indian Dog is very towards his family protective and loyal. In addition, he is very intelligent.
He will live up to 19 years. That’s almost three times more than a wolf achieves in the wild.
19. Czechoslovak Wolfhound
As with the Saarloos wolfhound the Czech wolfhound breed is also a crossbreed German shepherd and eurasian wolf.
In fact, that could looks like a wolf looking dog the Characteristics of the Shepherd Dog be bred more successfully.
He is obedience and well trainable and beyond tame and good-natured. At the same time, he sees and smells better than almost all other dog breeds.
However, it is less suitable for keeping in an apartment and for beginners.
20. Swedish Vallhund
The Swedish Vallhund equals optically a wolfbut is much smaller and also has much shorter legs.
Vallhund is translated for German shepherd. So he found his job mainly in driving and tending sheep.
Unbelievable, but in addition to sheep, he was also known as cowherd deployed. In order to steer cows in the right direction, the Vallhund usually pinches their legs. At the same time, he cleverly dodges to avoid being crushed by the much larger animals.
21. Alusky
The name of this wolflike dog already suggests the parents of this crossbreed.
These consist of Alaskan Malamute and Siberian husky.
Aluskies are very intelligent, loving and loyal. But since both parents are known for being stubborn, he has Alusky also inherited this, of course.
Since he sheds a lot, needs a lot of exercise and can only be trained moderately well, it is not necessarily easy to care for and is neither suitable for apartments nor for beginners.
22. Kugsha
The Kugsha has its home in Russia. He is considered a very primitive dog that visually indistinguishable from a wolf is.
The original working and guard dog is playful, loving and adventurous.
However, he is not a family dog. While he requires very early and rigorous training, he also has a strong need for exercise.
In addition, he binds himself to only one master. Commands from other family members are generously ignored.