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Sulimov Dog: Russian Jackal–Dog Hybrid
- Animal
- Dog
- Type
- Jackal–dog hybrid
- Origin
- Russia
The Sulimov dog is a jackal–dog hybrid from Russia. It results from mating a domestic dog with a golden jackal. Similar crossings have happened in captivity, and an occasional wild occurrence was first confirmed in Croatia in 2015.
What it is
The Sulimov dog is a canid hybrid formed by mating a domestic dog with a golden jackal. It is recorded as a dog type with origins in Russia.
Background
Jackal–dog crossings have occurred more than once in captivity. The first confirmed occasional occurrence in the wild was recorded in Croatia in 2015.
Defining traits
Its defining feature is the combination of domestic dog and golden jackal ancestry. That places it among dog breeds while distinguishing it from a single domestic-dog lineage.
What to keep in mind
The Sulimov dog is classified as a hybrid, not solely as a domestic dog. Its description centers on that mixed ancestry and its Russian origin.
Pricing
The Sulimov dog is described as a canid hybrid.
Who should look elsewhere
Readers seeking a domestic-only lineage may want to compare other dog breeds instead.
Verdict
The Sulimov dog suits readers interested in unusual canid origins and documented dog–jackal crossings. Its identity is clear: a Russian jackal–dog hybrid with domestic and golden jackal parentage.
What stands out
- Clearly identified domestic dog–golden jackal hybrid
- Origin recorded as Russia
- Captive crossbreeding documented more than once
Worth knowing
- Not a single domestic-dog lineage
- Golden jackal ancestry is central to its classification
- Wild occurrence was first confirmed in Croatia in 2015
Suits
- Readers studying unusual canid hybrids
- People tracing Russian dog origins
Think twice if
- You want a dog type with domestic-only ancestry
- You need a breed profile centered on measurements or working purpose
In short
The Sulimov dog is worth considering as a reference point for Russian canid history, especially if hybrid ancestry is your main interest. Its classification comes directly from the pairing of a domestic dog and a golden jackal, with crossings recorded in captivity and an occasional wild occurrence first confirmed in Croatia in 2015. This is a specialized entry rather than a broad ownership guide. Use it to understand what the name means and where it comes from, then compare other dog types if you need a different lineage.
Questions
What is a Sulimov dog?
It is a jackal–dog hybrid produced by mating a domestic dog with a golden jackal.
Where does the Sulimov dog come from?
Its origin is recorded as Russia.
Has this hybrid occurred in the wild?
Yes. An occasional wild occurrence was first confirmed in Croatia in 2015.
Have jackal–dog crossings happened before?
Yes. The background describes such crossbreeding occurring numerous times in captivity.
Is the Sulimov dog a domestic dog breed?
It is classified as a jackal–dog hybrid, combining domestic dog and golden jackal ancestry.
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- Bakhmull — Radobark · CC BY-SA 3.0 · file page
- Borzoi — Taru T Torpström · CC BY-SA 3.0 · file page
- Chukotka sled dog — Wikimedia Commons contributor · Public domain · file page
- East Siberian Laika — PrzemekL · Public domain · file page
- Moscow Water Dog — Wikimedia Commons contributor · Public domain · file page
- Russian Hound — Steve369 · CC BY-SA 3.0 · file page
- Russkaya tsvetnaya bolonka — Grebdnil · CC BY-SA 3.0 · file page
- Russkiy Toy — Wikimedia Commons contributor · Public domain · file page
- Tuvinskaya ovcharka — Ardan2018 · CC BY-SA 4.0 · file page
- West Siberian Laika — Wikimedia Commons contributor · Public domain · file page
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