Czechoslovakian Wolfdog — size comparison

The Czechoslovakian Wolfdog resembles a wolf in its lean, strong outline, erect ears and head shape. It has a pale facial mask, amber eyes and a dense coat in shades of grey. Its legs are long and its movement efficient and free. The breed's appearance is clearly connected with its documented ancestry.

The breeding programme began in Czechoslovakia in 1955, crossing German Shepherd Dogs with Carpathian wolves. It investigated combining dogs' working qualities with wolves' endurance. After the experiment ended, further breeding was planned, and in 1982 the Wolfdog became a national breed in what was then Czechoslovakia. The modern population arose through many generations of selection among descendants of those matings.

The Wolfdog is very active, alert and quick to respond to stimuli. It can bond strongly with its people while often remaining cautious with strangers. It thoroughly investigates its surroundings, remembers new experiences and readily makes its own decisions. Endurance accompanies considerable curiosity and initiative. Its bond with a handler can be strong, although obedient repetition does not always interest it as much as independently discovering something new.

Measurement sources

• Wzorzec, wysokość i masa — FCI
• AKC — długość życia, pielęgnacja i historia