How feral are Wolf / Husky / Malamute hybrids?

Question

Like 50% Malamute/Wolf
or 50% Husky/Wolf

Answer 1

When i worked at a cage free dog resort the owner of the resort got a wolf hybrid that was 72% and he was very aloof and wanted nothing to do with people. But he loved playing with all the dogs. He would scale a 6 foot concrete wall. We were constantly chasing him up and down the canyon. He eventually was hit by a car and killed because they couldn't keep him in a fenced yard.
This was Stetson...
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My co-worker got one that is 65% and he's very friendly. Loves all people and other dogs.
This is "Cabo"...
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Answer 2

I am assuming you are discussing "wild behavior" when you discuss feral.
Purebred Alaskan Malamutes and Siberian Huskies are not wolves, or part-wolves, were not bred from wolves, and these breeds were not developed by breeding to wolves anytime recently. But there is a separate animal called a wolf-dog.
Wolf-dogs can be socially shy, aggressive, and "unpredictable".
Although anatomical differences between wolves and dogs are slight, the most notable difference between the two species is their behaviors. In hybrids, where the aggressive nature of the dog may be coupled with an absence of the wolf's aggressive restraint, serious injury or even death to a human can result during a dominance challenge. Hybrids having strong natural dominance tendencies may be particularly dangerous.

Answer 3

The first thing you should know is at least half those "wolf mixes" had no wolf in them. Or at least far less wolf content than their owners claim. Its not unusual for for uneducated people to buy a 98% wolf when it's really 98% dog. Which is a good thing, but then someone sees what a good pet that 98% wolfdog is, goes out and gets one, only they actually get a high content and dump it a month later when it's destroyed everything it can reach, bitten them and their kids to shreds and is so fearful it's urinating all over the house. It is also incredibly common for unscrupulous breeders to breed northern breed mixes (malamutes, huskies) with GSD's or other breeds and call them wolves. Many dogs look very wolfy, few actually have any wolf. Many dogs look wolf-like enough to fool anyone who doesn't know what traits to look for specifically. Most of the time what you see is actually a dog, especially if it's sociable and friendly. Most wolfdogs are very very nervous animals. The more wolf content, the more fearful they usually are. If someone's supposed "wolfdog" runs up to you or your dog with it's tail wagging and doesn't eat your little dog for a snack, chances are good it's just a dog. A wolfdogs prey drive is through the roof, they are not to be trusted around kids/small animals/small dogs. Wolfdogs in general make pretty bad pets, and only suitable companions for very very experienced people. They are not a domestic animal, and if you treat them like one you're going to run into major problems. My personal thought is that they shouldn't exist, they are very confused very messed up animals. They're not a dog, and they're not a wolf. So where do they fit in? Many are not aggressive, but then again many are. It's not worth the chance unless you know what you're doing. I worked at a wolf/wolfdog sanctuary for a few months and I don't find them neat, I find them very sad.

Answer 4

Wolf Hybrids are not feral unless they are either abandoned at a really young age, the Wolf Hybrids mother had them in the wild, never see people and has to find food for itself, etc,
Wolf Hybrids are not naturally born feral. have owned over 11 wolf hybrids in my short life. They are great dogs. What some may say about them being evil, crazy, untrainable, and so on, is just untrue. Its just an excuse that was made up by bad dog owners who have bought one, and had know idea about training and what not, and just blamed it all on the dog. If they had bought something like a Poodle or Golden Retriever, they would have most likely have had the same result in how bad their dog turned out.
Wolf Hybrids are wonderful, friendly, loyal and loving dogs, that people are scared of just because of made up myths and rumors.
I would trust my wolf hybrids with children of any age, they won't hurt anyone.
My Wolf Hybrids are half German Shepherd, and the puppy in my avatar is one of them.

Answer 5

The definition of feral is: A domesticated animal that has escaped/returned to the wild.
A wolf hybrid wouldn't be feral. They are however NOT for inexperienced owners. Wolf hybrids should not be treated like dogs and need a large area to live in.

add: You also need to check the local ordinances because some places require a federal permit or have completely banned the hybrids above a certain percentage.

Answer 6

GRRRRRR gsdkaegfkig This makes me mad when those who don't know crap answer questions.. Wolfs are not easy to care for I have a husky timber mix, by far she has been the biggest challenge of a dog. When we adopted her she was almost starved to death, wanted nothing to do with people, and was a mess. We have had her for 3 months now. She has adapted to us and is a great dog. They need ALOT of room to run.. And they are the fastest dog I have ever seen run. As for being mean dogs that is untrue, it is the person who raises them. No dog is mean it is the owner who taught them this way. I trust her around all people, even children. They require special diets, and alot of exercise. If you are thinking of getting one please take the time to educate your self first.... they are not your typical house dog!

Answer 7

If you are considering getting one this is not a good idea. Wolves are not pet even if they are crossed. They (hybrids) will be very smart, independent and aloof, and very instintive. Like they may react very differently to different people, animals, and situations than dogs would. They will be dominant and maybe aggressive to other dogs and animals. Wolves are amazing creatures and worked thousands of years ago for people then but in today's world they ( wolves and crosses) would be happier not as pets.

Answer 8

They would not be considered "feral" unless they were born in the wild. If someone bred them, they would just be maybe more aggressive and more "wolf" like than your average dog.

Answer 9

I can't give you an answer but I'd love to see a photo of your dog it sounds beautiful.

Answer 10

depends. if they are handled from birth,they would just be like any other dog, but maybe slighty more wild. only an expierenced do gowner should own that kind of dog!