Is owning a full-blooded wolf, or a highbird wolf, a handfull?

Question

I love what these creatures stand for and feel a bond, and longing to be-friend one; I've read much of them and their unbreakable nature; what I fear & feel concerned is that I will have a caged animal that will grow frustrated & lash-out; has anyone own one? Have you had any trouble? :about licensing, attacks, etc. Would the pair be best? I was thinking on getting a male. I would appreciate some insight. Thanks.

Answer 1

A few years ago, I got involved with a group that built a shelter for wolves and wolf hybrids. There's a need for shelters like that, because a lot of people will get a wolf, thinking it will be such a cool pet, only to find out that they are, indeed, a handful at best and a danger at worst. That's not to say that having a wolf or hybrid as a pet is impossible, but if you want to be a responsible owner, it's a *lot* of work.

And remember, wolves are simply a wild carnivore. Even though people like to see them as symbols, wolves don't "stand for" anything. Their goal in life is to eat things and make little wolves.

It's good that you're checking first. Here's a page that has some information on the difficulties of keeping a wolf. This matches what I learned from the shelter owners and what little experience I've had myself.
http://www.petplace.com/dogs/wolves-and-wolf-hybrids/page1.aspx

If you want a doggish animal around the house, please consider adopting a regular dog from your local animal shelter. You can find some wonderful dogs at those places, and chances are you'll be a lot happier than with a wolf or hybrid.

JMB

Answer 2

One of my friends has a hybrid male and has for about 10 years.
He is a nice dog but can be tmepermental and really does not care for people. Not that he is a watchdog in fact he is more apat to run than go after anyone. He digs in the yard and by dig I mean he has excavated holes you could build a house over. All the time he digs and tunnels. He sheds year round and twice per year in clumps. Very very hairy.
He is not good with other dogs.
He is one of the most beautiful dogs I have ever seen and is not a barker. Very rarely does he ever bark. He will eat anything you put in front of him and does well on what ever type dog food he is fed. Not picky or strange about food. I would not try to take something from him but he is not grabby about treats or food.
Licensing differs with the area you live in. Some areas they are illegal and you can not own them. They do not make the best pets and should not be kept if you have children.

Answer 3

Having a wolf hybrid or full blood can be a challenge. For one these are pack creature, much more than your normal run of the mill pooch. These animals(should you decide to get one) need a very firm hand, and need order. You have to be the pack leader, and if you don't take control then they will. Although I too love these wild animals it is much better to get a DOG that has the wild look you crave. Many states have laws against Wolf and Wolf hybrids because they tend to get out of hand (by no real fault of their own) and have hurt their owners and neighbors. You may have to check on you state and Local county laws to see if you are permitted to have one. I have heard both sides of the fence, my own Uncle had a wood hybrid and it was a good animals, with him. However the animal was untrust worthy around strangers or anyone outside his immediate family(myself included) Its really your call, but I'd do alot of research before committing myself to one of these, and try looking on the Internet to learn about wolf and wolf hybrid centers(places who take abandoned and surrendered wolf animals)

Answer 4

Just remember that they are wild animals. They can and usually do turn on the owners at some time for no reason. It is in there blood. There is nothing you can do to change that.
If you do get one love and care for it and be extremely cautious.
They are beautiful animals. I have a 1/2 wolf and 1/2 shepherd. She is beautiful and loving but has bit me. I will never destroy her no matter how bad she attacked me because I took her in. Also they are very protective so make sure that you can controll her or him. Good luck..

Answer 5

I once had a Hybrid wolf she was German Sherperd, Malmute & Wolf. She looked like a German Shepherd but howled just like a wolf it was very beautiful, she was the most graceful, sweet, loving dog I have ever had. She suddenly fell sick and passed.
They are very good dogs,but you need to make sure that they are a 1/4 or less wolf. You also need to becareful from who or where you get the dogs, they need to be bred correctly by someone who has experience, or you can find yourself with a sickly or aggressive pet. That is all the experience I have, not sure if getting two is best, maybe get another dog that is a mutt and not an aggressive dog by nature, like a Lab mixed.. I have three dogs now, but I would love to get another wolf hybrid, let me know what you decide and where you bought one. I would to hear about it ..

Answer 6

Freedom is what wolves stand for and you are taking that away from one of them. Do not get a wolf, it is a wild animal and should stay that way, for the animals sake and your own. If it turned back to its wild ways and bit you badly you couldn't blame the dog. He had been forced to live against nature.

Answer 7

I do know some people that do have wolf and wolf hybrids - the cost, licensing and special fees are determined by your state, city, and county regulations - Also, please be aware the vaccines for these animals are expensive as they need different vaccines than domestic dog.

My personal opinion is an animal meant to be in the wild, should remain in the wild. For it's sake - if you respect it, let it live as it should.

Answer 8

Wolves are not dogs...don't mistake that for one minute.

Do your home work besides asking a bunch of neophytes on this website & find out before you get one. Ask vets, ask dog breeders, ask a zoo or other wildlife professional. If you are in NJ there is a wolf range in North Jersey you could ask. They will probably tell you to just idolize & enjoy them from a distance.

Answer 9

in case you elect a 'wolf finding dogs'-Get a husky or malamute. most of the 'wolf canines' being offered are actual basically Husky/Shepherd mixes or Malamute/Shepherd mixes-this is enormously uncertain any of those canines being offered as 'wolf canines' actual have any present day wolf content textile in them/their pedigree-the main you may get is low content textile, yet even then 'wolf canines' require a license to own and are unlawful in maximum places. they don't seem to be pets. in any respect. they choose a undeniable containment section(with aspects, backside and desirable) coated exterior(maximum do unlike being interior and an extremely unfavorable whilst interior). in addition they choose particular coping with and could't be dealt with like primary canines. in no way get a dogs based on visual attraction-get one that fits your way of existence/which you provides look after-Huskies choose a minimum of three-4 hours of working daily(this does not recommend left in a exterior to run around, yet actual taken working). i could additionally question any 'breeder' who could make a wolf dogs or do a breeding to create 'wolf canines'-on condition that they maximum possibly does no longer be breeding for good temperament nor be doing any genetic finding out. meaning you may result with a time bomb-some thing you ought to in no way confirm of.

Answer 10

Yes this hybred should only be for the very very experienced dog person