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Do wolf hybrids make bad pets?

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It depends on how much of a hybrid the pet is. I have heard that 25% wolf 75% dog is acceptable. Anything else can be dangerous. The key factor to the human/dog relationship is that dogs a cued in at birth to look to humans as their guide. Wolfs work independently of us. read more

• A strong predatory instinct. A wolf looks at other animals (with the exception of other wolves) as dinner. Pet wolfdogs often make short work of cats and small dogs, and may also attack bigger animals. Unfortunately, that drive can also be directed at humans; children are especially vulnerable. read more

Wolf-dog hybrids do not make good pets for a variety of reasons. However, a responsible pet owner with expert knowledge of how to be a strong pack leader as well as an understanding of a dog’s body language and what to expect from a wolf-dog hybrid, can make owning one safe for all family members. read more

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