The wolf dog of Sarlos appeared due to a Policeman from Rotterdam. In the thirties of the 20th century, Sarlos crossed the Russian wolf with a German shepherd, this was done to increase the endurance and other working qualities of the German shepherd. In 70 years of the twentieth century in the Netherlands, this breed was recognized, and a few years later this breed was officially recognized in the FCI.
Basically, this breed is popular in the Netherlands, there are few such dogs. The dog Sarlosa is a very careful and attentive dog, she is wary of strangers. If next to her there are other dogs, then she manifests the instinct of the pack. However, the character of this dog is very independent and stubborn. In the training it is necessary to show great patience and tact, the owner must be approved in the leaders, without using any physical influence. It is very good if this dog is kept in a group of dogs, not alone. Puppies and dogs of early age require good quality adaptation to public life. The height of the dog of a wolf's dog reaches 75 cm, and the female - 70 cm. Weight in this case usually ranges from 30 to 35 kg. As for the color of wool, it is from light gray and cream to black with shades of brown, and there are white dogs of this breed.
Information about the breed
As already mentioned above, the founder of this breed, the Dutch breeder is L. Sarlos. The ancestors of this breed were the German shepherd dog and the wolf. Their offspring were taken for further breeding.
Initially, this breed was called the "European wolf dog", but in the 70's, after recognition, it was renamed the "Sarloss wolf dog."
It should be remembered that these are real dogs, not wolves and not wolf hybrids, although some qualities of these dogs are clearly wolfish. Such quality is their extreme alertness to everything new, including new people and animals. That is why from the very first months of dogs it is necessary to accustom to public life, so that later the dogs do not have a feeling of fear, as well as shyness.
If we talk about the character, then the dog has a very independent temperament, has the instinct of the pack and therefore, as an animal, obeys the leader, although it is obedient. Dogs are very attached to the owner and his family, are acutely experiencing separation from them, so they should be left alone from their birth from the time they are born, accustoming them to this. If this is not done, then, in a fit of despair, they can destroy and break anything that gets in the way, as they will vehemently tear at their master.
Despite the dislike for solitude, they are very freedom-loving, do not tolerate, if they are kept in confinement. Very often they exhibit the hunter's instinct, especially when they are in a group of other dogs.
To properly educate such a dog, you need to understand the nature and behavior, it will also take a lot of patience and effort, so if a person is new to raising dogs, it is better to refrain from this breed.
With these dogs absolutely nothing can be achieved by pressing. If you constantly repeat the same commands without interruption, they will very quickly get bored, and they will simply refuse to fulfill them.
It is necessary to constantly engage in a special area for dogs, participate with them in competitions, which is very popular with dogs of this breed, they have fun and at the same time it helps to overcome the shyness that is present in them by nature.
Wolf dogs are absolutely unsuitable for guard service. They will be an ideal option for those who will regularly and deal with them a lot, while from early childhood will surround them with other animals and people who can become a real "leader".
These dogs are very well developed musculature, the constitution is very strong. The skull is not wide, but the head is wedge-shaped. Muzzle narrows to the nose, on which there is a black lobe. They have erect big ears. Vulch dogs have a dense undercoat, and the wool tightly adheres to the body and has an average length. A small mane forms on the neck. Color is gray-wolf, agouti, brown-wolf, in some areas there can be a light coat.
Appointment
Undoubtedly, a wolf dog can be raised as a companion dog in the family, but it is quite difficult and time-consuming, the upbringing will require a lot of patience and will take a lot of time.
Do not forget about the temperament of this dog, it should be taken into account when training. It is necessary to interest her, if she makes a command a couple of times, then she will most likely simply refuse, because she will lose interest.
Although this dog is in good contact with people, nature does not forget about itself. If you really want to get a dog of this breed, it's worth to stock up with a lot of patience and time.
The appearance of the dog resembles a wolf, because it is strong and strong. She is attentive and calm, very reserved in her emotions, and surrounded by a new society is very wary, although she does not show any nervousness.
Suitable as a guide for the blind, since the nature of the wolf's dog is independent, independent and very calm.
Character
The presence of genes of the German shepherd smoothed wolf habits, however, "wildness" in this breed is still present. She is prone to vagrancy, sometimes she can not behave very well and is very easily bored. In addition, there are instincts of the hunter, which allows them sometimes to hunt small game. This dog needs space and daily loads to maintain a tonus. A wool allows you to be on the street in any weather.
Care and loads
Especially strict rules of care does not exist. Combing and cleaning the wool is enough even a couple of times in two weeks. But exercise is necessary in large numbers. The ideal place will be a large spacious area on which there will be no strangers and animals.
Training of puppies
Usually in bitches of this breed, from 4 to 6 puppies are born, although there are also 8. For proper upbringing, it is necessary to begin training and dressing from the first months of life.