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The '''Tamaskan''' is a large-sized [[dog breed|breed]] of domestic [[dog]] known for its [[wolf]]-like appearance and friendly temperament.<ref name="tdrbreed">{{Cite web|url=https://www.tamaskan-register.com/breed-info/breed-standard/|title=International Tamaskan Register - Breed Standard}}</ref> Parent breeds of the Tamaskan primarily include [[German Shepherds]], [[Siberian Huskies]], [[Alaskan Malamutes]], and other [[sled dog]] breeds.<ref name="tdrhistory">{{Cite web|url=https://www.tamaskandogregister.com/the-tamaskan/history/|title=Tamaskan Dog Register - History}}</ref> The first generation of Tamaskans was born in 2006 and the breed was officially recognized by the [[American Rare Breed Association]] in 2013.<ref>{{Cite web|url=https://sundogtamaskan.com/the-tamaskan/tamaskan-timeline|title=Tamaskan Timeline|website=Sundog Tamaskan}}</ref><ref>{{Cite web|url=https://www.facebook.com/TamaskanDogRegister/photos/a.457170517664635/591718440876508/?type=3|title=Tamaskan Dog Register|website=www.facebook.com}}</ref>

"Tamaska" means "mighty wolf" in the [[Munsee language|Munsee]] dialect of Delawarian, an [[Algonquin language]].<ref name="tdrhistory"/>

==History==
The first generation of registered Tamaskan dogs was born in May 2006 in [[Scotland]].<ref name="tdrhistory" />. The American Rare Breed Association adopted the Tamaskan Dog Breed Standard in August 2016<ref name="arbabreed">{{Cite web|url=http://arba.org/PDF%20Files/Group%20Five/Tamaskan%20Dog%20Breed%20Standard.pdf/|title=American Rare Breed Association - Tamaskan Dog Breed Standard}}<ref name="arbabreed">

==Appearance==
The Tamaskan Dog Register (TDR) breed standard describes an ideal size of 25–29 inches (63.5–73.7cm) for males and 24-27.9 inches (61cm–71cm) for females. The breed is described as having an intelligent gaze, well-furred body, erect ears, bottle-brush shaped tail, and athletic build. Acceptable coat colors are red gray, wolf gray and black gray [[agouti (coloration)|agouti]] patterns.<ref name="tdrbreed" />

==Temperament==
Tamaskans are highly intelligent and quick to learn new things, and are usually very friendly with both adults and children. The TDR breed standard stipulates that they are not shy, timid, or aggressive, and thus they do not make good [[guard dogs]] despite their wolf-like appearance. Some Tamaskans have been successfully trained as [[service dogs]]. Tamaskans are loyal family/pack-oriented dogs, which means they can be prone to suffering from [[Separation anxiety in dogs|separation anxiety]] and/or exhibiting destructive behavior if left alone for extended periods of time.<ref>{{Cite web|url=https://www.tamaskan-register.com/breed-info/temperament/|title=International Tamaskan Register - Temperament}}</ref>

==Health==
The Tamaskan breed is considered to be relatively healthy with few serious genetically inherited conditions. TDR-affiliated breeders perform extensive health testing and only healthy dogs are allowed to breed. Health issues that occur in a small percentage of the overall Tamaskan population include [[Hip dysplasia (canine)|hip dysplasia]], [[Cryptorchidism#Dogs|cryptorchidism]], [[Canine degenerative myelopathy|degenerative myelopathy]], [[Epilepsy_in_animals#Dogs|epilepsy]], [[Hypoadrenocorticism in dogs|Addison’s Disease]], juvenile cataracts, and digestive problems/food allergies.<ref>{{Cite web|url=https://www.tamaskandogregister.com/the-tamaskan/health/|title=Tamaskan Dog Register - Health}}</ref>

==In popular culture==

In 2016, a [[Broadway theatre|Broadway]] production of [[The Crucible]] starring [[Saoirse Ronan]] featured a Tamaskan playing the role of a wolf.<ref>{{Cite web|url=https://www.newsday.com/entertainment/theater/the-crucible-stars-tamaskan-rare-breed-dog-in-wolf-role-1.11708184|title=Play stars rare-breed dog in role of wolf|website=Newsday}}</ref>

Since 2010, a Tamaskan has been the live [[mascot]] for the [[NC State Wolfpack]] and often appears on the sidelines at the team's home [[American football|football]] games, [[bowl games]], and other football and men’s [[basketball]] events.<ref>{{Cite web|url=http://www.technicianonline.com/arts_entertainment/article_5ac0947e-3e79-11e6-84fa-1307db7a4fcc.html|title=Tuffy II in training: new pup learns old tricks|first=Samuel Griffin, Features|last=Editor|website=Technician}}</ref><ref>{{Cite web|url=https://www.nytimes.com/2014/10/05/sports/ncaafootball/north-carolina-state-seeking-a-wolf-mascot-settles-for-tuffy-the-dog.html|title=Sheepdog in Wolf’s Clothing? Actually, Mascot Is Crossbreed|first=Viv|last=Bernstein|date=October 5, 2014|via=NYTimes.com}}</ref>

==References==
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==External links==
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* [https://www.tamaskandogregister.com Tamaskan Dog Register]
* [https://www.tamaskan-register.com International Tamaskan Register]
* [https://www.arba.org/Pages/gallery-group-5-breeds.htm American Rare Breed Association - Tamaskan Dog]

Revision as of 19:18, 1 October 2020

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The Tamaskan is a large-sized breed of domestic dog known for its wolf-like appearance and friendly temperament.[1] Parent breeds of the Tamaskan primarily include German Shepherds, Siberian Huskies, Alaskan Malamutes, and other sled dog breeds.[2] The first generation of Tamaskans was born in 2006 and the breed was officially recognized by the American Rare Breed Association in 2013.[3][4]

"Tamaska" means "mighty wolf" in the Munsee dialect of Delawarian, an Algonquin language.[2]

History

The first generation of registered Tamaskan dogs was born in May 2006 in Scotland.[2]. The American Rare Breed Association adopted the Tamaskan Dog Breed Standard in August 2016Cite error: A <ref> tag is missing the closing </ref> (see the help page).

Health

The Tamaskan breed is considered to be relatively healthy with few serious genetically inherited conditions. TDR-affiliated breeders perform extensive health testing and only healthy dogs are allowed to breed. Health issues that occur in a small percentage of the overall Tamaskan population include hip dysplasia, cryptorchidism, degenerative myelopathy, epilepsy, Addison’s Disease, juvenile cataracts, and digestive problems/food allergies.[5]

In 2016, a Broadway production of The Crucible starring Saoirse Ronan featured a Tamaskan playing the role of a wolf.[6]

Since 2010, a Tamaskan has been the live mascot for the NC State Wolfpack and often appears on the sidelines at the team's home football games, bowl games, and other football and men’s basketball events.[7][8]

References

  1. ^ "International Tamaskan Register - Breed Standard".
  2. ^ a b c "Tamaskan Dog Register - History".
  3. ^ "Tamaskan Timeline". Sundog Tamaskan.
  4. ^ "Tamaskan Dog Register". www.facebook.com.
  5. ^ "Tamaskan Dog Register - Health".
  6. ^ "Play stars rare-breed dog in role of wolf". Newsday.
  7. ^ Editor, Samuel Griffin, Features. "Tuffy II in training: new pup learns old tricks". Technician. {{cite web}}: |last= has generic name (help)CS1 maint: multiple names: authors list (link)
  8. ^ Bernstein, Viv (October 5, 2014). "Sheepdog in Wolf's Clothing? Actually, Mascot Is Crossbreed" – via NYTimes.com.