Tamaskan, a dog with the body of a wolf

Dog breeds that have a body similar to that of wolves, such as the TamaskanThey are furry ones that, unlike the other better-known breeds, tend to have a high energy level, which requires greater dedication from the future family.

Our protagonist is a dog that is normally used as a working dog, but over the years humanity is realizing that it is also a great pet.

Origin and characteristics of the Tamaskan

The Tamaskan is the result of crosses between Siberian Husky, German shepherd y Alaskan Malamute. It is originally from Finland, which is why it is also known as finnish wolfdog. It was recognized as a breed in 2013.

The male he is between 60 and 70 centimeters tall and weighs between 25 and 40 kg; the female measures between 45 and 55cm and weighs between 20 and 35kg. Its body is robust, muscular, protected with two layers of hair: internal, soft, which protects it from the cold, and the external.

The head is more or less triangular, with the ears raised, the snout a little elongated and the eyes separated at an optimal distance. The legs are sturdy, prepared to travel long distances.

His life expectancy is 14-15 years.

Behavior and personality

It is a very energetic dog. He is very smart, but also obedient. It can be taught to pull a sled if you live in an area where frost occurs frequently, but it will also be a wonderful friend for the little ones in the house.

Tamaskan care

Food

The Tamaskan, like all dogs, needs to be given a diet rich in protein, but not of any kind, but of animal origin. It is a mistake to give him cereals, since he can develop a food allergy by not being able to digest them well. For this reason, it is very important to read the ingredient label, as well as to compare several brands, to better choose the feed that you are going to give your dog.

Hygiene

Once a month you should bathe himBut be careful, so that it does not get scared you have to start getting used to it since it is a puppy of a few months (minimum 2 months). And, since the bath will be part of the animal's life, the sooner it can tolerate water, the better. This water must be warm, never hot, and you have to ensure that no foam gets into the eyes, ears or nose.

Also, on a daily basis but especially during the shedding season, you will have to brush its fur in order to keep it free of dead hair.

Exercise

It is not a dog that can be at home 24 hours a day. Whether it's raining or sunny it is important to take him out for a walk and exercise for his own physical and mental well-being. The ideal would be to take it out 3 times a day, at least, but if the route of this walk is long and if it is also played at home, it may be less.

"Salud"

The health of the Tamaskan It is good, as long as he is taken to the vet for the mandatory vaccinations (such as the one for the rage) and the microchip, as well as for you to examine it once a year. Of course, as he ages and weakens, he could suffer from hip dysplasia, so if you notice that he begins to walk strangely, do not hesitate for a second to take him to the specialist. Remember that the sooner the problem is diagnosed, the better it will recover.

If you don't want to breed it, it is best to neuter it sometime after 7-8 months of age.

Curiosities of the Tamaskan dog

The Tamaskan is an incredible dog, capable of withstanding very low temperatures. But that is precisely why it is not a good dog for hot climates, since it would happen the same as any Nordic dog, such as the husky or the malamute: in summer it would be so hot that it would not move away from the fan. But when the weather is right for him, can be used as a sled dog, a quality he has inherited from the aforementioned races.

Another curiosity is its appearance. It looks a lot like the wolf, and that is something that he likes, and a lot. In fact, that is one of the reasons why it has been introduced in the United Kingdom, the United States, Canada, Australia and much of continental Europe.

Price

Are you ready to have a Tamaskan in the family? If so, you should know that the price of a puppy can vary depending on the seller. But so that you do not get surprises, tell you that while in a pet store it can cost you about 400 euros, in a hatchery that cost will be about 800 euros.