The Kunming dog, Chinese Kunming Dog, Kunming Wolfdog, or Chinese Kunming Wolfdog (Mandarin: 昆明犬 Kūnmíng quǎn) is a wolf-dog breed of working dog developed in Kunming, China in the 1950s from Alsatians hybridized with local dogs; even wolf–dog hybrids. It was recognized as a breed in 2007.
Their height ranges from 25 – 27 inches (64 – 68 cm). With the weight being 66 – 84 pounds (30 – 38 kg).
Physically, a malamute has a fairly thick, about 2-inch long, coat, and distinct facial markings, which all make the malamutes one of the most popular wolf-like dog breeds. These canines can be seen in various colors like shades of black and red, gray and white, and sable and white.
There are genetic tests available. Those tests look at 3-4 genetic markers, depending on whether it is a male or female. According to the testing lab, what the test can tell the owner is whether there has been wild wolf DNA in that domestic dog's lineage in the past three generations.
1. Chinese Chongqing. Though unrecognized by the American Kennel Club, the Chongqing Dog Club of the UK and Ireland touts this breed as “one of the oldest, and rarest dog breeds in the world.” Some reports put the number of existing purebred Chongqing dogs at just 2,000.
The Tibetan mastiff is considered the most expensive dog, as it has sold for thousands and even millions.
The Pekingese (also spelled Pekinese) is a breed of toy dog, originating in China. The breed was favored by royalty of the Chinese Imperial court as a companion dog, and its name refers to the city of Peking (Beijing) where the Forbidden City is located.
A wolfdog is a canine produced by the mating of a domestic dog (Canis familiaris) with a gray wolf (Canis lupus), eastern wolf (Canis lycaon), red wolf (Canis rufus), or Ethiopian wolf (Canis simensis) to produce a hybrid.
Shih Tzus share more DNA with wolves than most other breeds. The only breed group with more shared wolf DNA is the Nordic spitz group (Huskies, Samoyeds, and Malamutes). The breed almost went extinct in the early 1900s after the death of Empress Tzu Hsi.
A wolfdog is a wolfdog or dog bred to another wolfdog or dog, which are the same canine species, a wolf hybrid is a cross between a pure wolf (usually bred in captivity) and a dog or a wolfdog.
If you're thinking about getting a wolf dog, be prepared to spend at least $1000 on the initial purchase price of the pup. Remember, there are also ongoing costs associated with owning any pet, such as food, vet bills, and training expenses.
The Shikoku Ken is a beautiful Japanese spitz-type breed with a wolf-like appearance. Like its smaller cousin, the Shiba, the Shikoku dog is a national treasure of Japan.
Outrage as Montana hunter poses with dog she killed after mistaking it for wolf. In a horrifying and tragic turn of events, a Montana hunter has shot and killed a Siberian husky she believed was a wolf and sparked an online tirade of outrage after posing with a photo of the skinned dog.
Tibetan Mastiff
Thought to be the most expensive dog breed ever, the Tibetan Mastiff is often seen as a status symbol in China. Impressively large in size, this Chinese dog's primary use is for guarding.
Alaskan Malamute
Another strong-headed dog that looks like a wolf, the Alaskan Malamute is just as handsome as the Husky. Bigger and slightly fluffier, Alaskans will also know their way around a sled.
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 of correctly.
Tamaskan
Tamaskans are a very new breed, recognized by the American Kennel Club only in 2013. They were bred to look like wolves, with a thick coat that comes in red-grey, wolf-grey, and black-grey. Because they're so new, they're quite rare. There are only 600 certified Tamaskans in the world.
Scooby-Doo is a Great Dane. The character was designed by Iwao Takamoto, an animator at Hanna-Barbera. According to the American Kennel Club, Great Danes are "the mighty 'Apollo of Dogs,'" which is very unlike the silly and cowardly Scooby-Doo.
1. Border Collie: A workaholic, this breed is the world's premier sheep herder, prized for its intelligence, extraordinary instinct, and working ability. 2. Poodle: Exceptionally smart and active.
Advocates of wolfdogs say they can be wonderful pets, while opponents argue that they're unpredictable, untrainable, and inherently dangerous. They're permitted in some places, forbidden in others and are showing up on breed ban lists, along with Pits and other so-called “dangerous breeds.”
Typical wolfdog characteristics, of varying degrees are: fearfulness of humans, high prey drive, high energy, territorial, destructive, extremely independent, and being escape artists.
1. Saarloos Wolfdog. The Saarloos Wolfdog is one of the more wolf-dominant hybrid dog breeds. While its temperament can display both gentle, German Shepherd-like behaviors as well as a more instinctual, wolf side, owning a Saarloos is best for adult dog owners (AKA no kids) with a lot of experience.
This incredibly popular small dog dates back to around 1,000 BC in Ancient China, where they were kept as royal pets. Shih Tzu literally translates to 'little lion' which may be due to a legend that surrounds the Chinese dog breed.
1. Pugs. One of the most popular dogs worldwide, Pugs, are known to have originated from China somewhere around 400 BC.
The foo dog in feng shui is a symbol of protection when used in pairs outside of a front door. Known as the Imperial Guardian Lions, the name foo (or fu) dog, is widely used in Western culture, but they are known as lions in Chinese culture since ancient times.