Best breed for big game hunting companion.

[bdg848]

I have no idea how “trainable” they are, probably mediocre, but Kangals are big, have booming bark, were bred for mountain terrain and for protecting livestock from wolves and the like.

 

[ohlongarm]

This is Boogs. Short for The Boogyman. Real name Amaruq.

He was 1/2 Timber Wolf (Yukon North Slope) and 1/2 Alaskan Husky (from a sled racing buddy in Inuvik). He weighed in at 145 pounds when mature - solid rock. He absolutely hated bears, and savaged them every time he got the opportunity. He was extremely fast and never got as much as a scratch from those he engaged. The same can not be said for the other side of the equation. He was full on attack - not simply barking or growling.

My wife and I have been living with 50 % Wolf Hybrids for over 40 years. They are NOT for everyone. They demand a LOT of attention, exercise and care. Most folks simply do not have the time nor understanding to bring out their full potential.

For those that do, there are no better Companions IMO. Incredibly intelligent, endurance beyond belief, and a full bonding to their Two Legs. Boogs ran off leash with me when fishing all the time. He was an excellent blood trailer, and recovered 14 bucks on our Island for hunting buddies. Miss him every single day!

This was his mate Asuilu (Companion in Western Inuit).
She was 1/2 Arctic Wolf (Victoria Island) and 1/4 Shepherd, 1/4 Lab.
Did not use her in the bush, but suffice it to say strangers stayed away from our place & my Lady.

This is a Family Portrait with one of their pups - Kimmiq.

We still have her.
She is the first Hybrid we have ever had to surpass 11 years of age.
Today she is 14 years and 8 months.
Slowing down but still chugging along.

Cheers

great looking dogs of great lineage,no fear in them eyes.