Czechoslovakian Vlcak vs Lakeland Terrier
Breed Compatibility
74% Compatible
Energy Level
Czechoslovakian Vlcak: Needs Lots of Activity1.0
Lakeland Terrier: Regular Exercise0.6
Moderately Compatible
Trainability
Czechoslovakian Vlcak: May be Stubborn0.2
Lakeland Terrier: Agreeable0.6
Moderately Compatible
Grooming Needs
Czechoslovakian Vlcak: Weekly Brushing0.4
Lakeland Terrier: Weekly Brushing0.4
Very Compatible
Cost Category
Premium
Moderate
Very Compatible
Compatibility with Others
Good with Children
Czechoslovakian Vlcak1/5
Lakeland Terrier3/5
Good with Other Dogs
Czechoslovakian Vlcak1/5
Lakeland Terrier3/5
Good with Strangers
Czechoslovakian Vlcak3/5
Lakeland Terrier3/5
Living Requirements
Suitable Environments
Climate Suitability
Suitable Environments
Climate Suitability
Health & Care Comparison
Czechoslovakian Vlcak
Hip Dysplasia: Joint malformation risk
Elbow Dysplasia: Joint development issue
PRA: Progressive retinal deterioration
Degenerative Myelopathy: Spinal cord disease
Bloat: Gastric torsion risk
Allergies: Environmental sensitivities
Lakeland Terrier
Hip dysplasia: joint malformation
Lens luxation: eye condition
von Willebrand's: blood disorder
Legg-Perthes: hip joint issue
Allergies: skin sensitivities
Dental issues: tooth decay risk
Pros & Cons Comparison
Czechoslovakian Vlcak
Pros
Highly intelligent
Excellent guard dog
Athletic and agile
Strong bond with family
Cons
High exercise needs
Challenging to train
Not for novice owners
Strong prey drive
Lakeland Terrier
Pros
Low shedding
Adaptable
Good with families
Alert watchdog
Cons
Requires regular grooming
Can be stubborn
May chase small animals
Tendency to bark
Czechoslovakian Vlcak Fun Fact
One of few recognized dog breeds with recent documented wolf ancestry, created through controlled breeding.
Lakeland Terrier Fun Fact
Despite their small size, Lakeland Terriers were brave enough to hunt foxes alongside much larger hounds!
Heritage & Purpose
Czechoslovakian Vlcak
Origin:
Developed in 1955 in Czechoslovakia through systematic breeding of German Shepherds with Carpathian wolves, creating military and border patrol working dogs.
Lakeland Terrier
Origin:
Developed in the Lake District of England during the 1800s to hunt foxes and vermin. These agile terriers excelled at pursuing quarry through rocky terrain and water.
Special Considerations
Czechoslovakian Vlcak
Needs extensive socialization, high-intensity exercise, and experienced handling. Regular grooming during shedding seasons and consistent training essential.
Lakeland Terrier
Regular grooming needed for wire coat maintenance. Requires consistent exercise and mental stimulation. Early socialization important for balanced temperament.
Shedding
FrequentShedding
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