Greenland dogs: breed characteristics and content

Northern sled dogs bear some resemblance to husky dogs. Greenlandshund is a rare and rather ancient breed. According to dog breeders, blood flows in the veins of this animal, which is mixed with a wolf.

The Greenland sled dog is a representative of the sled breed, its ancestor is a wild wolf that is crossed with an Eskimo dog. This theory can be confirmed by observing the behavior of an animal that resembles a member of a wolf pack. An exact theory of the origin of Greenlandshund has not been established, however, it is known that they were bred to create a breed capable of transporting sledges and hunting bears.

Greenlandshund is a large and beautiful beast, which has a powerful body composition, well-developed muscles. Its height at the withers is 0.62 meters, body weight - 33 kilograms. This pet is a real long-liver, its life expectancy is about 15 years.

External characteristics of the Greenland sled dog according to the standard.

• The body is short, its height to length is proportional, as 10: 1.
• The head is characterized by a wide and convex skull, the expression of the foot is sharp. The shape of the muzzle is wedge-shaped, on the nose there is a large lobe with an ashen or brown color. In winter, the lobe becomes colorless.
• The lips of the animal are thin, tight-fitting, have a light color.
• Pet's jaws are well developed, scissor bite.
• Planting eyes slightly beveled, usually they are dark in color. There are cases when the iris is painted in a color identical to the color of the dog’s fur.The eyes are clear, shining, they have a cheerful and friendly expression.
• The auricles are medium in size, upright in shape and slightly rounded at the end.
• The neck is short with well-developed muscles.
• The body of the pet is characterized by compactness and easy tilt, a straight back, a wide lower back, and a deep chest.
• The tail has a wide base, it is thrown back and is richly covered with wool.
• The legs are straight, muscular. The hips are inherently strong and the wrists are flexible. Rounded paws have sturdy pads.
• The Greenlandshund movements are fast and harmonious.
• The animal’s coat looks like a thick fur coat, it has a dense structure and a well-developed undercoat. On the body, the coat is thicker.
• The color of the coat of a Greenland sled dog may be different. An albino animal is considered unacceptable.

The disadvantages of Greenlandshund include the complexity of the content in an apartment environment, as well as the need for constant walking and space.

The Greenland sled dog is an independent animal that loves freedom. The pet likes working as a group. The main features of the northern character of the pet can be called loyalty, stamina, reliability, devotion. The Greenland dog has a well-developed instinct for the hunter, so the inhabitants of the northern countries use this dog during the hunt. A good guard from a representative of this breed will not work.

Greenlandshund reacts warmly to strangers; he has no desire to defend his territory. The working abilities of this dog are considered pronounced. As a “sofa” pet, this beast is not recommended. The Greenman always wants to benefit people, so it’s difficult to train him to lie on the rug for a day. The owner is worth regularly physically load your pet.

In the disposition of northern puppies, balance prevails, this contact and non-aggressive animal can run and play active games for a long time. The dog has a tendency to vagrancy, as it has wild roots. For this reason, the animal should not be deprived of attention, it should be trained and developed. Since this pet prefers to dominate in adulthood, the owner needs to show his primacy.

Representatives of this breed prefer to communicate with sounds, so they can grumble loudly, bark or whine, showing their emotions.

The northern dog is not suitable as a pet. The representative of this breed is a working animal that cannot be idle, a sled dog that has a lot of energy that needs to be directed somewhere. She feels great in a team with her relatives, moving in order to transport the cargo over a long distance.

The Greenlandshund plant is worth the people who live in a private country house. The pet needs a lot of space so that he can run around enough. The dog can live in outdoor conditions at frosty temperatures.

The caloric content of the diet of a northern pet is affected by the amount of physical exertion assigned to it, as well as the habitat. In winter, the dog should be fed more nutritious foods than in the warmer months. An adult should eat twice a day, and a puppy should eat 3–6, depending on age. You should not give the Greenlands a large portion, it should be fed often, but little by little.

The basis of the animal's diet should be protein. If the dog eats a lot of carbohydrates, then this negatively affects his state of health.A Greenland dog needs to be given a lot of meat and offal. Representatives of this breed can be given fatty foods. It is also worth introducing vitamins and minerals into your pet's diet.

Great benefits for the northern dog chicken necks, paws, cartilage, as they contain a large amount of zinc, calcium, iron, phosphorus. Several times a week, the animal can be treated with sea fish.

A caretaker will help take care of the Greenland dog, with the help of which you can comb out the hair that fell during the autumn or spring shedding. The rest of the time, the animal needs simple care.

• Combing once every 7 days, this procedure will prevent the appearance of tangles.
• Infrequent swimming, which is required only if the dog is very dirty. If the beast is washed frequently, this can damage the fat layer of the skin, which protects the Greenlandschund organism from hypothermia.

Greenland dogs often suffer from hip dysplasia. When a puppy grows up, he should be protected from self-climbing down the stairs, running for a long distance, jumping or any other traumatic events. Also often in representatives of this breed manifests inversion of the stomach. To prevent the ailment, The dog should be fed exclusively after physical exertion.

The pet's eyes require regular inspection, if clouding of the crystalline was noticed, then the pet should be taken to the veterinarian. Since the Greenman normally tolerates cold, he rarely suffers from colds.

Like any other dog, the Greenlandshund should be raised and trained from an early age. Puppies are easier to accustom to submission, unlike adult representatives.

When training a Greenland dog, you should follow these rules.

• Gain credibility. If the dog does not see the leader in the owner, then he will not fulfill his commands.
• To achieve mutual understanding.
• Eliminate humiliation and physical punishment. When raising a northern dog, it is worth stocking up with patience and refreshments to encourage his achievements.

The ideal option for training representatives of this breed is the presence of an older relative in the house, after which the puppy will repeat. It is better for a novice to give the dog to a professional for training, since training a dog requires skills and willpower.

The Greenland dog is classified as an active and moving animal, it is popular with hunters, outdoor enthusiasts, as well as people practicing dog sledding. This animal loves the collective. You cannot shout and beat him at Greenlands. If you have patience, then from a puppy of a northern dog you can raise a great hunter and companion.

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