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Which dog breed is most closely related to wolves?

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The Lhasa Apso is known for being a watchdog among Buddhist monasteries in its native Tibet. Researchers believe this breed originated roughly 4,000 years ago and its genetic makeup proves this to be true. Regardless of their appearance, the breed is one of the most closely related to wolves. In terms of DNA, some people believe either the Saluki, Shiba Inu, Chow Chow, or the Shih Tzu to be closest related to a wolf (among others). When it comes to wolf-like appearance, the closest dogs to wolves are the Alaskan Malamute, Czechoslovakian Wolfdog, and Siberian Husky.#1 – Shih Tzu Although this breed looks nothing similar to wolves and other wild canids, the Shih Tzu is genetically one of the domestic breeds most closely related to wolves. It is thought that this companion breed originated in China around 800 BC.


What dog is most closely related to a wolf?

Although this breed looks nothing similar to wolves and other wild canids, the Shih Tzu is genetically one of the domestic breeds most closely related to wolves. It is thought that this companion breed originated in China around 800 BC. #2 – Pekingese

Are Chow Chows closely related to Wolves?

With its wolf-like appearance, it doesn’t surprise many to learn that this Alaskan native is very closely related to its wild ancestors. Of all Chinese breeds, the Chow Chow looks most closely like its wild ancestors. Although still very different, the breed is genetically ancient and considered to be one of the oldest breeds still in existence.

Are Shih Tzus related to Wolves?

Although this breed looks nothing similar to wolves and other wild canids, the Shih Tzu is genetically one of the domestic breeds most closely related to wolves. It is thought that this companion breed originated in China around 800 BC.

Are there any dogs that look like wolves?

In the 1980s, a new breed of dogs was developed to have an identical look of wild wolves, yet still be a good working dog and a suitable family companion. This new breed was named the Northern Inuit dog.

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