I have a few questions about the Tamaskan as I am 99.9% sure that I am getting one. I just want answers to a few questions that will make me 100% sure.
1. I read somewhere on the mighty internet that a problem with the Tamaskan (and other types) was inbreeding. Now I know that inbreeding does not cause genetic diseases on its own. It can on the other hand cause lower fertility, vitality as well as lower the life expectancy. Would you say this is a "problem" with the Tamaskan? Are there family trees you would be able to look at before getting one?.
2. My family owns a lot of land that are currently used for hunting deer. Would you say the Tamaskan has what it takes to be a good hunting dog or does he lack something that does not make him the ideal dog for hunting? (This part will not have an effect on my decision if I want to get one or not, I'm just curious).
3. I have read that the Tamaskan does not like to be alone and that he is a pack animal by nature. Do I have to expect coming home from work every day to a mess, or is this only if I dont give him enough attention otherwise and give him enough exercise?
4. Though my family has had dog now for 9 years, and one before that when I was little, this will be the first dog that I alone have full responsability for. Now I know there is no perfect "first time dog" but how would you rate the Tamaskan for being someone's first dog?
5. Getting a dog, and having a dog is costly, I know. But I have not seen a clear answer as to how much a Tamaskan puppy from a good breeder would cost.
6. About what some website (which shall remain unnamed) have said about the Tamaskan dog and about the TDS and such. Is there proven to be wolf in all of the dogs? Or is this just some cases. Wolfdogs are currently illegal in Norway, so I would be unable to get one if that is the case.
I'm sure I will have more questions, and I'm sure you will give me information that I forgot to ask/think about.
Thanks for taking the time to read/reply
