Calupoh Mexican Wolfdog

		Calupoh Mexican Wolfdog
		He is not recognized by the F.C.I.


Origin			Mexico
Translation			Francis Vandersteen

Usage

This versatile dog is an excellent companion that, thanks to its exaggerated tolerance and nobility, adapts to all activities. Ideal as a companion dog.

Brief historical summary

The Mexican wolfhound has its origins in the hybridism that existed between the dog and the gray wolf in pre-Hispanic Mexico from the beginning of our era until the 15th century. This was due to the enormous genetic similarity between these two species and, thanks to intensive archaeozoological work, it was possible to identify the first specimen in 1999. The reason for this hybridism was not only that ancient dogs and wolves shared the same territory, and cross-breeding occurred naturally. The remains found in such important places as the Temple of Quetzalcoatl, used as ornaments worn by the elite, the offerings made in the Pyramid of the Moon and the Templo Mayor in México-Tenochtitlan, associated with sacrifices, suggest that these were animals of very high spiritual significance and that the cross-breeding was not occasional but intentional.
The wolf was symbolically associated with bloodletting sacrifices, the army and the night, due to its status as a powerful predator with a high capacity for confrontation, a social animal working in teams and a nocturnal entity; while the dog was considered a highly fertile animal whose reproductive cycle overlapped with that of rain and agriculture, aspects that led to religious association with water, agriculture, fertility and good fortune.
A Wolfdog hybrid would, therefore, be the sum of these symbolic values, and would therefore be used in rites where its dual condition proves fundamental, for example, those dedicated to the most important economic activities: agriculture and war. To officially resume the genetic project that was once part of our daily lives was extremely important, because without this program, the canine pool that represents the history of the continent would not be complete. As part of a genetic work in progress since the mid-1990s, we are pleased to present the Mexican wolfhound Calupoh, which completes the original proposal of the dog fancy practiced by North Americans for over 2000 years.

General appearance

A strong, agile, large dog that resembles an American wolf. The males are notoriously more masculine, a little taller than they are long, but very balanced and reminiscent of a wolf in the wild.

Important proportions

A slightly balanced, long-legged dog resembling the structure of a wolf with a powerful head and skull, and a powerful neck that, when mature, develops a mane also typical of a wolf.
Marked depth of chest, which also broadens after three years.

Behaviour / temperament

The Calupoh is a very agile and dynamic dog, very stable and easy to handle, used to all kinds of activities. A loyal and noble family dog, it coexists easily with other dogs and is always ready to please its owner, but can appear aloof in front of strangers.

Head
Cranial region
Skull		The skull and muzzle are proportional in length and, although in puppies they are narrow and elongated, the skull becomes noticeably wider than the muzzle when maturity is reached, showing a well-marked naso.
Stop		Frontal depression, with ears always pricked at an angle of between 85 and 95 degrees to the midline of the eyes, as in wolves.

Facial region
Foreface		Proportional to the skull and robust in adults, with a well-pigmented black nose, identical to that of the lips, which are preferred to be dark, especially in adults.
Jaws and teeth		Calupoh's mandibular region indicates strength and power, complete dentition with scissor bite, acceptable pincer bite with strong, well-cemented white teeth.
Cheeks		Well defined and, when mature, part of the mane, giving the visual impression of a very strong dog.
Eyes		Clear in yellow tones, almond-shaped, very expressive, like a wolf. Due to the presence of its cousin the dog in the genetic base, the eyes can also be dark.
Ears		Straight, large, thick and triangular, like a wolf.

Neck

Strong, well-shaped with high insertion but in a continuous upper line of the occipital crest. When mature, a wolf-like mane gives it an elegant, strong appearance.

Body
Body		The Calupoh denotes elegance and dynamism, but its strength and balance are similar to those of a wolf.
Topline		The topline is uniform and harmonious when moving or lying in wait.
Withers		Higher than the rest of the back.
Croup		Strong, slightly rounded croup with tail insertion below dorsal line.

Tail

When the dog is attentive or expresses dominance, it can be carried high without curving over the back.

Limbs

Forequarters
Shoulders		Strong, well sloping shoulders that allow a free, elegant gait, but also facilitate the movement of an agile dog.
Upper arm		The full view of the arm is uniform and straight.
Elbows		Strong and firm at the side of the body.
Pastern		Pasterns firm and straight.

Hindquarters
Generality		Good pelvic angulation, capable of supporting the weight of an adult dog into old age and allowing firm movement.
Hock		Well muscled for a ground-covering stride or prolonged trot, the hocks are straight in movement.

Feet

Strong, rounded feet.

Gait and movement

As a whole, the Mexican Wolfhound has the elegant, flowing movement of a heavy, primitive dog, with a broad stride that does not exceed the natural. The front end of the fore foot does not exceed an imaginary line perpendicular to the nose, while the reach of the hind foot shows the strength of thrust, at the same time displaying the harmony yet efficiency of a dog capable of trotting large expanses of ground.

Skin

Close to the body, but loose enough to allow great flexibility.

Coat
Hair		Double-layered, medium length, rough on the outside, soft on the inside, weather-resistant.
Colour		The preferred color is black or smoky black, with some adults turning silver like their wolf ancestor. Some puppies will be born white/sand or completely sandy like the wolf and can be accepted, although these colors are not desirable. White patches on chest and feet are permitted, as are brown socks, but never on any other part of the body.

Size and weight
Height at withers		Males 24 to 29 inches (62 to 75 cm), females 22 to 27 inches (58 to 70 cm).
Weight		Weight should not be disproportionate to height, and should not indicate a health problem, such as obesity or low weight.

Faults

• Any departure from the foregoing points should be considered a fault and the seriousness with which the fault should be regarded should be in exact proportion to its degree and its effect upon the health and welfare of the dog and its ability to perform its traditional work.
• Faults listed should be in degree of seriousness.

General faults

Twisted hocks or limbs.

Non-typical skin.

Lack of lip pigmentation or any defect involving a risk to the breed's genetic health.

Serious faults

Pink lips or eyelids.

Cryptorchidism.

Occlusion other than recommended.

Missing teeth.

Disqualifying faults

Aggressive or overly shy dog.

Eyes of any other color not specified in the standard.

NB :

• Any dog clearly showing physical or behavioural abnormalities shall be disqualified.
• The above mentioned faults when occurring to a highly marked degree or frequently are disqualifying.
• Male animals should have two apparently normal testicles fully descended into the scrotum.
• Only functionally and clinically healthy dogs, with breed typical conformation should be used for breeding.

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Calupoh Mexican Wolfdog