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.

 

[PennDude]

I'd have a look at a Heide Terrier, West Siberian Laika, and Kemmer Cur.

 

[el_jefe_pescado]

Ava's a pudelpointer from Cedarwood's Gun Dogs in Boise, ID

Even that little 7½' smelled bad enough for me to know it was not food! I've had mountain grizzly before that was ok. Not great, but edible enough. I've yet to smell any coastal brownie that really made me think it was worth giving a go in the skillet
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I am hoping to get a pup from Bob in the next year or so. Amazing animals--thanks for sharing your experience in AK.

 

[bdg848]

View attachment 960052I 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.

 

[Smoke_Rutz]

My good buddy relies on heelers guiding elk hunts in the thorofare country. They seem to keep the griz at bay when trained well and exposed to bears alongside more experienced dogs when they’re young


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[grfox92]

View attachment 960052View attachment 960057I 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.

I got bit by one of these this year

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[ohlongarm]

I got bit by one of these this year

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I cracked one's skull with a 3-foot riot stick that was out of control with an irresponsible owner, should have shot it, came close. These are not suitable as family pets with no form of formal training; these dogs can kill you within 2,4 minutes.

 

[grfox92]

I cracked one's skull with a 3-foot riot stick that was out of control with an irresponsible owner, should have shot it, came close. These are not suitable as family pets with no form of formal training; these dogs can kill you within 2,4 minutes.

Funny story. The dog that bit me is a friend's livestock guardian. It is the son of a bitch (litterally) who was a sheep guardian dog on a tile job I did in Greybull Wyoming.

Anyway the owner of that sheep operation has about 7 of them who are just wild and live 24/7 with the sheep. She had a litter of pups in an old barn right behind the house I was working in. Once she had those pups that dog got pretty aggressive. I would have to pull up really close to the front door and run inside. Scary dog. This went on for 2 weeks or so. One day the owner showed up to check on the progress and we got to talking outside. She came out of the barn and barked a little bit and I made a comment about how protective she has been.

He said to me "don't get close to her because she WILL kill you." I kind of laughed it off and with a straight he looked me dead in the eye and said "no I'm serious, she will kill you."

I said thanks for the previous warning since I have been here for almost 2 weeks avoiding her.

Now my buddy has her son and he's never been aggressive with anyone. But I went to go meet him and bent down and tried to pet him and he showed his teeth, so I pulled back and he caught me right on the elbow. It hurt pretty bad and bruised the bone. Took about 4 months to not feel it anymore. Terifying dog.

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[minas stiris]

Beagles and Labs. Always had Beagles when I as younger. and always liked Labs also.

 

[SkeeterMcgiblet]

Only correct answer

 

[RockAndSage]

Funny story. The dog that bit me is a friend's livestock guardian. It is the son of a bitch (litterally) who was a sheep guardian dog on a tile job I did in Greybull Wyoming.

Anyway the owner of that sheep operation has about 7 of them who are just wild and live 24/7 with the sheep. She had a litter of pups in an old barn right behind the house I was working in. Once she had those pups that dog got pretty aggressive. I would have to pull up really close to the front door and run inside. Scary dog. This went on for 2 weeks or so. One day the owner showed up to check on the progress and we got to talking outside. She came out of the barn and barked a little bit and I made a comment about how protective she has been.

He said to me "don't get close to her because she WILL kill you." I kind of laughed it off and with a straight he looked me dead in the eye and said "no I'm serious, she will kill you."

I said thanks for the previous warning since I have been here for almost 2 weeks avoiding her.

Now my buddy has her son and he's never been aggressive with anyone. But I went to go meet him and bent down and tried to pet him and he showed his teeth, so I pulled back and he caught me right on the elbow. It hurt pretty bad and bruised the bone. Took about 4 months to not feel it anymore. Terifying dog.

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Sounds less like working dogs, and more like ferals that happen to enjoy working. That owner has some thinking to do.

 

[grfox92]

Sounds less like working dogs, and more like ferals that happen to enjoy working. That owner has some thinking to do.

I agree. I almost walked off the job but was so close to being done and it was a good payday.

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[Jason Snyder]

 

[Smoke_Rutz]

Beagles and Labs. Always had Beagles when I as younger. and always liked Labs also.

While my lab is the best dog ever in my opinion. She sucks to hunt big game with. I cannot stop her from hunting up grouse


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[RockAndSage]

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"Shoot that cat"