What you need to know before raising a dog breed with strong wild nature
Hello. The person in charge of one of the bears is Gomgom.
I’m a little cautious today, but I’m going to tell you something that guardians need to know.
This is a story about “a breed of dog that requires careful raising due to its strong wild nature”. Here, we must first clear up the misunderstanding.
Having strong wildness does not mean
“fierce,” “bad,” or “problem dog”.
In fact, these children are often very smart, quick to make decisions, and have a good ability to read the environment.
However, they may be a little different from what their guardians think of as a “puppy puppy.”
To put it simply, it is like this.
If you have a type like a golden retriever or a poodle
“I’ll see what the person wants!”
Some primitive, spitz, and hunting dog breeds
are closer to this feeling of “I’ll first look at the situation and make a decision.”
If you bring the dog without knowing the difference, it will be difficult for the guardian and the dog will feel unfair.
First of all, you shouldn’t judge just by looking at the breed
While breed can help predict behavioral tendencies to some extent, it does not completely describe the personality of an individual dog.
In other words, the breed is only a reference, and the actual personality can vary greatly depending on individual differences, growth environment, socialization experience, and parenting style.
So this article is not
“This breed of dog is dangerous and should not be raised”,
“There is a possibility that this type of tendency may arise, so preparation is needed before adoption.”
I would like you to look at it from this perspective. Wouldn’t it be better to know how to sell? Haha
What does ‘wildness’ refer to here?
It is conveniently described as wild on the blog, but in reality, it is a mixture of several tendencies.
- Independence: Tendency to make decisions on one’s own rather than relying on guardians
- Vigilance: Tendency to observe unfamiliar people or environments without immediately welcoming them
- Instinct to chase and hunt: small animals, fast movements, tendency to react sensitively to stimuli
- Strong physical ability and tendency to escape: A type where gates, fences, and leash management are very important
In other words, it is better to understand that it is not simply “not listening”, but that it is the type of person with strong instinctive self-judgment and response to stimuli
Having a strong wild nature does not simply mean “not listening to instructions or being difficult to raise,” but rather a type that has strong instinctive self-judgment and response to stimuli.
Representative dog breeds that require attention
1. Jindo dog
Jindo dogs are very loyal, know their family well, and are quick to judge their environment.
However, they can react cautiously or sensitively to unfamiliar people, unfamiliar dogs, and unfamiliar spaces.
In human bear terms,
“He is sincere toward his people, but does not acknowledge anyone as his person.”
So, from a young age, you should slowly introduce your dog to things like guests, hospitals, car trips, bathing, brushing, walking stimulation, and maintaining distance from other dogs.
2. Shiba Inu
Shiba Inu is often thought of as being easy because of its small and cute appearance, but it is actually a quite independent and assertive dog breed.
It’s not that Shiba Inu doesn’t understand commands.
Sometimes, it feels like they are saying this even after they understand.
“Try to explain why you need to do it.”
Hahaha
So, when raising a Shiba Inu, you must be especially careful about holding it forcibly, touching it forcibly, forcing it to make friends, and sudden grooming, bathing, and nail care.
3. Akita series
The Akita family is a breed that can show strong signs of strength, alertness, and independence.
Especially for larger children, what is more important is whether the guardian can control them once they react.
What a small dog can endure is realistically different from what a large dog can endure.
So, for these dog breeds, it is recommended to prepare in advance for the owner’s physical strength, leash handling, muzzle adaptation, and hospital/grooming adaptation training.
4. Siberian Husky, Alaskan Malamute
Huskies and Malamutes are popular for their cuteness and good looks, but they were not originally designed to sit still next to people.
These children basically have strong walking, running, and moving abilities.
The problem begins the moment the guardian
thinks, “Wouldn’t a 20-minute walk a day be enough?”
Lack of exercise and stimulation management may be expressed as barking, destruction, escape, leash pulling, and hyperexcitability during walks.
In human bear terms,
These are not a breed of dog to be walked, but a breed whose entire life should be designed around exercise and care.
5. Basenji, a family of primitive hunting dogs
Basenji and some types of primitive hunting dogs tend to see the surrounding environment broadly, react quickly to movement, and have strong self-judgment rather than the type that clings unconditionally to people.
The desire to track can be especially strong for small animals, cats, birds, bicycles, running children, and fast-moving objects.
So for this breed, off-leash walking, low fences, automatic gates, open front doors, and loose leash management can be really dangerous.
If you think, “My child is not like that” and then jump out, the dog is much faster than the guardian.
The guardian has two legs, the puppy has four legs.
This is not a fair game. I am no match for you.
6. Wolfdog series
You must be very careful when bringing a wolf dog as a regular family dog.
It cannot be said that wolf dogs are unconditionally dangerous, but there is much more to prepare for than the average dog owner can handle.
Socialization, escape prevention, space management, forming relationships with people, adapting to unfamiliar stimuli, amount of exercise, and even legal and residential environments must all be checked.
This is a breed that is too difficult to bring in just because it is pretty and cool.
The most common problems that arise when raising these dog breeds
1. Forcible contact problem
You may feel uncomfortable when a stranger suddenly strokes your head, a child runs up to you and hugs you, or a guardian holds you forcibly.
2. Responsiveness while walking
They may react suddenly to other dogs, cats, motorcycles, bicycles, running people, or unfamiliar sounds.
3. Escape and wandering
The moment the door is opened, a gap in the fence, a loose harness, or an automatic leash can lead to an accident.
4. Power struggle with guardian
If you force these children, they will endure longer, and if you let them go without any standards, their self-judgment may become stronger.
So what is needed is not coercion, but
consistent rules, a predictable life, and training that gives choices.
Things you must check before adoption
- Can a daily walk be given as sufficient exercise and exploration time, rather than just a potty walk?
- Are you confident that you will not unconditionally greet strangers?
- Can you create a family rule that will not force you to touch your dog when he or she expresses dislike?
- Can you thoroughly manage the safety of the front door, fence, leash, and harness?
- Can you calmly adapt to hospitals, grooming, muzzles, kennels, and car travel from a young age?
- Can you let go of the thought, “Why can’t my dog play with other dogs?”
- Can you help your dog with structure and routine rather than trying to overcome him with force?
If more than half of the problems here are difficult, it may be better to choose a dog breed or child with a more guardian-friendly personality.
This does not mean that the guardian lacks ability.
Choosing a dog that fits your life is a very important responsibility
If you want to raise one, approach it like this
The most important thing is slowly, often and safely, starting from a young age.
Socialization is not simply taking the puppy to various places, but is a process of repeatedly accumulating good experiences at a level that the puppy can handle.
When you see a stranger, it doesn’t mean you have to touch them, but rather look at them from a distance, eat a snack, pass by, and make good memories.
When you see another dog, you do not necessarily greet them, but rather practice sniffing them from a distance, calmly passing by, and reconnecting with the owner.
The most necessary training for this breed is not flashy individual skills.
- Wait
- Return
- Walk loosely on a leash
- Muzzle adaptation
- Kennel adaptation
- Adaptation to touch
- Lower excitement
This kind of basic management training is much more important than sitting, lying down, and eating.
Conclusion
Dog breeds with strong wild nature are not bad breeds. However, it is not an easy breed to raise without any preparation. Perhaps it is a breed of dog with great charm.
These children ask their guardians these questions.
“Are you going to just see me as a cute pet?
Or are you going to understand my instincts and tendencies and live with me?”
It can be difficult to bring someone in just because of their good looks. However, if you understand their tendencies, adapt their environment, and teach them calmly from a young age, they are also children with whom you can create really deep relationships.
There is one thing I would like to say to Saramgom’s guardians. The stronger the dog breed, the more accurately it should be understood, rather than being pressed harder. Before changing your dog, please first understand what kind of world the dog lives in.
That is the beginning of training.
Breed tendencies are only tendencies, and actual personalities vary greatly between individuals, so be sure to consider the actual personality and growth environment as well. All data was referenced from papers or journal academic materials.
Frequently Asked Questions FAQ
Q1. Are all wild dog breeds dangerous?
No. Being wild doesn’t mean being aggressive. This means that they tend to have strong independence, vigilance, tracking instincts, and self-judgment. If the guardian understands the child’s tendencies and manages the environment well, he or she can live a sufficiently stable life.
Q2. Are Jindo dogs or Shiba Inus difficult to raise for beginners?
I can’t say it’s necessarily difficult, but if it’s your first time raising a dog, you need more preparation. In particular, contact with strangers, distance from other dogs while walking, adaptation to being touched, and adaptation to hospitals and grooming should be practiced calmly from a young age.
Q3. Will these dog breeds get better if they are socialized a lot?
Socialization is very important, but socialization does not necessarily mean having your dog meet many people and dogs. Rather, repeating burdensome encounters can make you more sensitive. The key is to slowly build up good experiences at a distance your dog can handle.
Q4. Do I have to play well with other dogs?
Not necessarily. Not every puppy should enjoy playing actively with other dogs. In particular, for dog breeds that are primitive or highly independent, the ability to calmly pass by at an appropriate distance may be more important than excessive greetings or play.
Q5. What should I be most careful about when taking a walk?
Lead line and harness safety management. Children with strong chase instincts or alertness may react suddenly when they see cats, bicycles, motorcycles, running people, or other dogs. Be sure to check whether the leash and harness are loose and whether a double leash is necessary.
Q6. Why are huskies and malamutes so difficult to raise?
These breeds are very energetic and active. Simply taking a short walk a day may not be enough. Exercise, exploration time, play and relaxation routines need to be coordinated, or excess energy can lead to destruction, barking, escapes and leash pulling.
Q7. Can a wolf dog breed be raised in an ordinary household?
It is possible in some cases, but you must be very careful. Wolf-dog breeds must be carefully checked for socialization, escape prevention, space management, amount of exercise, adaptation to unfamiliar stimuli, and legal and residential environments. It is difficult to choose someone just because they look good.
Q8. What is the most important training for this breed?
Life management training is more important than flashy personal skills. Training like wait, return, loose leash walking, muzzle acclimation, kennel acclimation, touch acclimation, and arousal reduction are much more helpful in real life.
Q9. Can’t I raise it in a house with children?
This does not necessarily mean that it cannot be done. However, everyone in the family must respect the dog’s space. Avoid actions where a child suddenly hugs a puppy, touches a sleeping puppy, or approaches the puppy while it is eating. Educating your child and family rules is as important as educating your dog.
Q10. I already have one, but what should I do if it is sensitive?
First, it is a good idea to accurately record the situations in which your dog becomes sensitive. You need to see which people, which places, which streets, and which sounds they react to. Then, rather than forcing exposure, it is better to start by ensuring a safe distance, timing compensation, creating an avoidance route, and organizing life routines.