Czechoslovakian Wolfdog
The Czechoslovakian Wolfdog (Czech: československý vlčák, Slovak: československý vlčiak, German: Tschechoslowakischer Wolfhund) is a breed of wolfdog that began as an experiment conducted in Czechoslovakia in 1955 by colonel Karel Hartl together with cynologist Heiri Machat. The breed was known as Czech Wolfdog (Czech: český vlčák, Slovak: český vlčiak) until 1982. It was officially recognized as a national breed in Czechoslovakia in 1982, and was definitively accepted by the Fédération Cynologique Internationale in 1999.
| Life Span | 10-14 years |
| Weight | 10-30 kg |
What to Know Before Buying a Czechoslovakian Wolfdog
Finding a responsible Czechoslovakian Wolfdog breeder requires more than browsing classified ads or responding to social media posts. The USDA requires any breeder who sells dogs commercially — especially those selling online or through third-party dealers — to hold a federal license and submit to regular inspections. A legitimate breeder should be willing to provide their USDA license number, invite you to visit their facility, and show you where the animals are housed and socialized.
Before committing to a purchase, ask the breeder for veterinary health records, vaccination documentation, and any genetic testing results relevant to the Czechoslovakian Wolfdog. Reputable breeders will also ask you questions in return — about your living situation, experience with animals, and ability to provide long-term care. A breeder who asks no questions and is eager to ship an animal immediately is a significant red flag.
Use the search tool below to check whether any USDA-licensed facilities breeding Czechoslovakian Wolfdogs appear in our database. If they do, review their inspection history carefully. Look for patterns of violations, pay attention to severity levels, and compare their compliance grade with other breeders in the same state. This due diligence takes minutes and can save you from supporting a facility with documented animal welfare problems.
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