Also called Mojee Quan, Heilang Quan, Chinese Black Wolfdog · Northern China.
A capable working breed used for detection, search and rescue, guarding and assistance work, and also kept as a companion.
| Size | Large |
|---|---|
| Weight | 40 to 55 kg (88 to 121 lb)1 |
| Height | 65 to 75 cm (26 to 30 in)1 |
| Coat | Short coat |
| Origin | Northern China.1 |
Ranges cover males and females and every standard linked on the line, so one standard alone may give a narrower range.
A capable working breed used for detection, search and rescue, guarding and assistance work, and also kept as a companion.1
A typical home-care rhythm for a Mojee. A starting point, not a vet's advice.
A large working dog suited to an active life with a job to do.1
The short coat is low-maintenance.1
Feed your Mojee at least two meals a day for adults, and three to four smaller meals for puppies. Regular meal times help digestion, so aim for consistent morning and evening feeds.2
A balanced commercial dog food suitable for a large, active breed is best. Avoid dangerous foods like chocolate, grapes, raisins, onions, garlic, xylitol, and macadamia nuts, as these are especially harmful to dogs.31
Pet Wiki's starting plan suggests a bath every 56 days, but you can bathe more often if your Mojee gets very dirty. The short coat is low-maintenance, so over-bathing is not needed.1
Brush your Mojee weekly to keep the short coat healthy and reduce shedding. This is part of Pet Wiki's starting care plan.4
Trim nails every 28 days, or sooner if you hear them clicking on the floor. Cut a little at a time, stopping before the quick to avoid pain.4
Your Mojee is a large working dog that needs daily walks and active play. Pet Wiki's plan recommends exercise every day to keep them happy and healthy.1
Brush your Mojee's teeth two to three times a week with dog toothpaste, and check ears weekly for moisture or dirt. Never push anything into the ear canal.4
Lifespan varies by individual health and care, so ask your vet for a typical range for this breed. Regular vet checks help ensure a long, happy life.
As a capable working and companion breed, Mojees can be good with children and other pets when properly socialized. Always supervise early interactions.1
Mojees are active working dogs that thrive with a job and company, so they may struggle with long periods alone. Provide plenty of exercise and mental stimulation before leaving them.1
Written from the sources on this page, a few checked guides (VCA, ASPCA, RSPCA) and Pet Wiki's own starting care plan. A friendly guide, not a vet's advice.
Running costs for a Mojee, built from current prices in each country: food scaled to the weight of the breed, insurance to its size, the rest per country. The purchase price and unplanned vet bills come on top.
| Foodabout 174 kg of dry food a year | 571 GBP ↗ |
|---|---|
| Routine vet care | 345 GBP ↗ |
| Pet insurancetypical policy, varies by breed and age | 461 GBP ↗ |
| Dog tax | 0 GBP ↗ |
| Licence and registration | 12 GBP ↗ |
| Gear to start | 531 GBP ↗ |
| Microchip and registration | 26 GBP ↗ |
Estimates from the sources linked on each line. Food: a complete dry food at about 3,600 kcal/kg at the NRC maintenance energy for the average weight of the breed. Insurance: a typical adult policy scaled by size; real quotes depend on breed, age and cover.
No breed-specific rule names the Mojee in the 61 countries we check. General dangerous-dog laws still apply everywhere, and some cities keep their own lists.
See the rules and sources for every country
Laws change and local rules exist; this is a sourced overview, not legal advice.
Choose low-fat, highly digestible treats to support your Mojee's sensitive digestion. Avoid giving treats right before or after exercise to help reduce the risk of bloat.
Source: pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov petmd.com
Not veterinary advice. Check with your vet first if your pet has allergies, a health condition, is on a special diet or is pregnant. Treats should stay a small part of the daily food. Cut to a safe size and supervise. Terms of use
The name 'Mojee' (墨界犬) was formally given to the systematically bred and purified descendants of the Black Wolf Dog by founder Mr. Zhao Yijun in 2008, after consultations with national institutions.5
My day starts with a sniff of the morning air, I check every corner of the yard, my favorite spot under the old willow tree. Then I join my human for a brisk walk; I keep pace, alert to every sound. Afterward, I watch over the house, a proud guardian. In the afternoon, we play a game of fetch, I love bringing the ball back, tail high. As dusk falls, I curl up by the fireplace, content and ready for tomorrow.
A made-up story, just for fun. Not advice of any kind.
The Mojee was developed in northern China from the 19th century onward, combining German Shepherd, local northern Chinese dogs (tugou) and regional wolves. It was formally registered in 2011 as the Heilang Quan and later recognised by the national police dog base.1
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Text is written in our own words from these sources.
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