Northern Inuit dog: how to look and how to care for her?

Northern Inuit dog - a unique pet. It surprisingly combines the harsh look of a wild wolf and the dedication of a friendly companion. The breed has not yet been officially recognized, but this does not prevent charming handsome men from gaining popularity among dog breeders around the world. Consider the features of the Inuit in more detail.

The breed has no interesting story of origin. This is just a hybrid, bred in Canada at the end of the XIX century. Breeders decided to create a dog, most similar to the wolf. In this case, aggressiveness was not assumed. On the contrary, the representatives of the new breed were supposed to be affectionate and benevolent.

German shepherds, Huskies, Alaskan Malamutes took part in the experiment. Also this great gene pool was complemented by an Inuit aboriginal dog. It was her external features that determined the similarity with the wild inhabitant of the forests.

The result exceeded all expectations. Pets turned out strong, intelligent, with an agreeable temper and intelligent behavior. All this complemented the spectacular brutal appearance, which has a striking resemblance to the wolf.

However support of dog handlers new breed has not received. The fact is that the creation of hybrids is not welcome. In addition, the situation is exacerbated by participation in crossbreeding of purebred aboriginal individuals. therefore experts do not risk giving guarantees of mental stability of hybrids.

To date, the northern Inuit dog is not officially registered and does not have approved standards. However, this did not prevent fans of "domestic wolves" to establish in the UK a club dedicated to this species. The organization seeks to increase the popularity of the breed, to increase the number of its representatives.

It should be noted that there is another theory of the appearance of wolf-like hybrids. Some believe that the natives of Canada wanted to bring out working dogs. They needed strong, hardy, unpretentious pets. At the same time, they had to obey a person and not show aggression towards other animals. According to this version, people crossed mongrel dogs with wolves. However, genetic studies completely refute this fantasy. Proved that There are no wolf genes in northern Inuit dogs.

Despite the lack of a breed standard, some common characteristics characteristic of individuals of this species can be distinguished. Animals are large in size. In height they reach from 60 to 75 cm. The weight of adult dogs varies from 25 to 50 kg. Individuals of a male, of course, larger and wayward. Girls are more fragile and calm. Externally, dogs are very similar to wolves.

• Head. The skull is of medium size and wedge-shaped. The muzzle is narrow, elongated. The nose is usually black. Jaws strong, bite - "scissors." Lips are pigmented dark. The eyes are almond-shaped, beautiful. Color varies (there are individuals with amber-yellow, nutty, blue eyes). The ears are large, standing, have the shape of a triangle.
• Body The constitution is harmonious, proportional. The neck is long, muscular. The back is straight, with pronounced withers. Belly tucked up.
• Limbs. Legs are long, strong, straight. Stand parallel to each other.
• Tail erect, well trimmed, hanging loosely.In moments of excitement can rise and take the form of a saber. The tail twisted by a semi-ring or bagel is not allowed.

Inuit hair is hard, double (there is undercoat). Such "fur coat" reliably protects animals from cold and wind, moisture. The hairs are of medium length. On the neck, paws and tail, the hair is slightly longer.

The most popular is considered "wolf" color. Also, until recently, a kind of color “mask” on the muzzle characteristic of wild animals was considered a sign of the breed. However, today other variations of color are allowed, which are no less spectacular.

Dogs of this breed are snow-white, black, and two-and three-colored. In addition to white and black, in the color can be combined beige, red, gray, brown tones. The transition between shades is always smooth and beautiful.

As already mentioned, there is no aggression in the Inuit character. These are sociable, kind and affectionate dogs. Animals love children though leave a pet alone with a small child is not worth it. The fact is that the representatives of this breed are rather large and active. Having fun, the dog can accidentally drop the baby.

Inuit are very sociable. They quickly become attached to their owners, and with their long absence they are bored and worried. Therefore, if you often leave in connection with work or just love to travel, you should not choose such a pet as a friend.

Despite the good nature and gentleness of character, the Inuit can be called proud and stubborn. Often they seek leadership. Therefore, it is important for the owner of the dog to immediately make it clear who is the leader in the family. Only by gaining respect and authority, you can successfully raise and train a pet.

The desire for domination can occur in the dog and in relation to other animals. Therefore, experts advise not to start Inuit with other dogs or cats in order to avoid conflict situations.

Most owners speak of representatives of the breed as smart, loyal, delicate feeling companions. However, you need to understand that hybrids are unpredictable. Therefore, the nature of each individual may have its own individual characteristics.

Living in a private home with spacious grounds is great for an Inuit dog. Animals are very mobile, they need a place to play, run. It is only important to create a high fence so that the dog could not escape. It is also worth considering that such pets tend to dig holes, so they can spoil the beds and flower beds.

It is better to equip a sleeping place for a dog in the house, and in the afternoon to let it out. If the owner decided to settle the animal in the aviary, he should have a shelter that protects from the heat of the sun and rain. Cold dogs are not afraid due to thick wool.

Keeping an Inuit in an apartment is not a good idea. A dog with large dimensions will be crowded in a small room, she will have to walk often and for a long time (at least an hour 2 times a day). In addition, the neighbors are unlikely to enjoy the noise created by the dog. Representatives of this breed do not bark without a reason, but they howl if they are left alone.

Anyway the dog should have a cozy bed away from noise (intuits have very sharp ears). It is also advisable to provide a pet with toys that can be nibbled. Be sure to have a bowl, always filled with clean drinking water. And, of course, it is necessary to organize a balanced, high-quality food.

Dogs of this breed shed abundantly. However, the process does not last long and happens infrequently (2 times a year). In such periods, the pet is combed daily. At other times, it is enough to comb the dog twice a week. Dog grooming is not needed. It is only sometimes worth cutting out the hair on the paws between the fingers. This is usually done in the off season and in winter.

Necessary hygienic procedures include regular checking of the eyes and ears of a pet. This helps prevent ENT diseases. Teeth brush with a special paste and brush for dogs.

Claws need to be trimmed every 3 weeks. If the dog lives on the street and claws grind off naturally, the procedure is carried out as needed. Frequent water procedures dog is not required. They bathe the animal only with heavy pollution. In this case, dogs love to swim and dive with pleasure in the summer in natural waters.

It is important to organize daily for a pet. intense exercise. It is necessary to maintain his health. An exception is the period of formation of the skeletal system. At this time, you need to carefully treat the joints of the animal. It is advisable to control his behavior, not to let him jump down from elevations (for example, from the couch). It is necessary to stimulate the mental abilities of the dog - to play with him, to teach various teams.

While walking in the city it is important to be vigilant. Interested in something, the dog can run away, so it is undesirable to let him off the leash. The necessity of a high, thoroughly made fence around the local area is also connected with this.

As for the health of such dogs, there are no statistics on this subject, since individuals are not purebred. Therefore, it is important to carry out timely vaccination of the pet, periodically visit the veterinarian for a preventive examination. When getting a puppy from a kennel, you should request a vaccination card. Foreign organizations also provide X-rays (hybrids have joint pathology).

The rapid growth and vigor of the Inuit necessitate a balanced diet. Animals should receive a lot of protein, fiber, vitamins. However, it should be borne in mind that hybrids are often allergic to some dry food. therefore It is important to pay attention to the quality of the product.

Elements of a natural diet can also cause undesirable reactions, for example, poultry meat. It is better to give the dog other types of fresh meat. Also in the menu you need to include boiled cereals. The most useful buckwheat, rice, corn. Do not ignore vegetables and dairy products.

The optimal caloric and portion size are determined by weight, age of the pet. The importance and degree of activity of the dog.

Inuit dogs are very smart. They are easy to learn, memorize and perfectly perform a large number of teams. In this case, the educational process is not easy.

Animals do not tolerate harsh cries. You can not punish, let alone beat the dog. Pet can be stubborn and ignore the command. But this happens only because of his innate desire for domination. Here it is important to be patient. It is necessary to firmly but calmly convey to the dog that he is not the main one, to establish emotional contact with him.

In training should follow the sequence, the principles of mutual respect. The process should not be boring and monotonous. Show imagination and ingenuity. Be sure to praise your four friend for success. This will be the best incentive for him. As a result, you can not only master the basic commands, but also learn difficult tricks.

The best option is to take the dog to the kennel club. Specialists will give the pet all the necessary knowledge, will teach him to behave correctly, to carry out everything that is required of him.Trained Inuits participate in sports competitions, can search for drugs and missing people, act as guide dogs.

In conclusion, it is worth saying that An Inuit dog can be a great friend and companion for an active person with a strong character. However, inexperienced dog breeders can bring up such a wayward pet that requires early socialization, it may seem too difficult. So people should choose an animal more calm and obedient breed.

See how the northern Inuit dog behaves while walking, see the next video.