Start or not start? That is the question. And it is definitely impossible to answer it - each potential owner of a large dog must decide for himself whether he is able to cope with its upbringing. And we can only dispel some myths that exist in society.
Wolfhounds are dangerous
In a way, this statement is absolutely true. But in the same way, the owners of the most affectionate cat can suffer - for the presence of teeth and claws is itself a risk factor. Wolfhound dogs are large and, accordingly, remarkable strength, so the attack on their part usually ends badly for a weaker opponent. But they will not attack anyone for no reason - only with the aim of protecting their space or those whom they consider members of the "pack." But if you seriously fear for your safety, then the correct training by a dog handler will be an excellent solution to the problem.
They eat a lot
A lot, yes. When compared with a small mongrel. However, the ratio of the weight that the wolfhound dogs possess to the amount of food they eat indicates that there is no need to feed the pet from the basin. But it’s impossible to call the menu inexpensive - both the puppy and the adult dog should receive enough useful substances for the life of the body. Therefore, meat and vegetable dishes, as well as cereals, are required. Moreover, all products are used only fresh and quite benign.
Big dogs need a lot of space
In fact, there will be enough area that the mat occupies, which is considered the personal territory of the animal. Wolfhound dogs spend most of their time sitting or lying down - watching what is happening, so even in a one-room apartment on the fifth floor, your dog will not feel infringed on his dog rights. The only “but” is that he will have to walk often and for a long time so that the animal can stretch its legs and have fun.
Or a child, or a dog
In fact, one of the dogs most loyal to children is wolfhounds. Balanced dogs and aimed at protecting their family, they will never harm the child, even if he allows himself some liberties regarding the ears, tail or other parts of the body of the pet. And even more so, a properly brought up dog will not touch the little man for fun or to take out the anger.
Mess in the house
A little puppy is a small child, so even wolfhound dogs are outrageous in childhood and can spoil the interior a bit. True, they do all their pranks not from evil, but during the game and prevent them easily by buying a lot of interesting toys. And during the change of teeth, you need to provide the pet with special devices that he can gnaw on.
Buying a dog is expensive
You can’t argue with that. Indeed, a purebred puppy costs a lot of money, but it cannot be cheap for various reasons. Firstly, real wolfhound dogs require careful care, including balanced nutrition. This is the only way to raise the winners of exhibitions and championships. And secondly, it is the purity of the breed that is the key to your quiet existence next to the dog. Do not save and buy puppies from unknown litters - they may have physical and, worst of all, mental disorders.
There are many varieties, it is not clear which one to choose.
The most popular dog among wolfhounds is the Central Asian Shepherd. It can be considered the best option for people who have not previously dealt with such pets. However, it is unlikely to do without the help of a dog handler. Be sure to consult with the breeder before making the final choice.