CZCAN VLCAKS
Joining the pack... what you need to know
Bringing home a new puppy is both exciting and a little scary — for you and your pup. They’re leaving everything they’ve ever known and stepping into a whole new world.
But you’re not alone. We — and the amazing CSV community — are always here to support, share advice, and help guide you every step of the way. Welcome to the pack!
Puppy Price & The CZCAN Vlcak Incentive Program
Bringing home a Czechoslovakian Vlcak is a serious commitment — one that takes time, patience, love, and financial investment. At CZCAN Vlcaks, we believe in full transparency about what goes into raising our puppies and why we charge what we do.
All puppies go to their new homes no earlier than 10 weeks of age, after receiving a strong foundation to help them succeed.
Price of a Puppy
Our puppies are priced at $5,500 CAD. This reflects far more than just the puppy itself — it represents years of health testing, planning, and hands-on daily work to produce well-rounded, well-socialized dogs.
What’s Included Before Pickup:
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Comprehensive veterinary exam, first vaccines, and microchip
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Full deworming protocol
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Early Neurological Stimulation (ENS) and daily socialization
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A custom puppy pack with breed information, vet records, and familiar scents from our home
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UKC registration paperwork
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Exposure to both household and farm environments — including horses, cats, dogs, chickens, and ducks
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Temperament testing and matched placements for the best fit
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Puppy social outings like yoga classes, controlled meet-and-greets, and visits to the farm
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Basic one-on-one handling, leash work, crate introduction, and beginner commands (sit, down, name recall)
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Supervised outings to the breeder’s workplace and structured people-meeting experiences
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Lifetime support from us and the extended CSV community
This early foundation helps set your puppy up for long-term success — socially, mentally, and emotionally.
The $1,000 CZCAN Incentive Pay-Back Program
We believe in giving back to owners who go above and beyond. Our incentive program rewards responsible choices that align with the long-term wellbeing of the breed.
Buyers are eligible to receive up to $1,000 CAD back under the following conditions:
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Training Reimbursement:
Up to $650 CAD refunded toward basic obedience training.-
$325 for each completed course (maximum of two), with proof of completion submitted.
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Spay/Neuter Refund:
$350 CAD returned after proof of spay or neuter is submitted, done within 18 months of age.
All required documentation must be submitted within 18 months from the date of birth to qualify.
What Goes Into Raising a CZCAN Puppy?
Each litter is raised with passion, purpose, and attention to every detail:
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Extensive health testing on all breeding dogs (hips, elbows, patellas, thyroid, eyes, heart, and full genetic panels)
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Carefully selected, temperament-matched pairings to produce stable, sound, confident pups — our goal is to breed the "unicorns" of this breed
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Home-raised puppies, not kennel-based — raised underfoot, handled daily, and exposed to life from day one
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Structured confidence-building and exposure to novel environments, people, and animals
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Thoughtful placement screening to ensure our puppies go to homes that match their needs
We don’t just raise puppies. We raise partners, companions, and future ambassadors of this remarkable breed. And we’re with you, every step of the journey.
Health Testing of our Breeding Dogs
At CZCAN Vlcaks, the health and longevity of the breed are our top priorities. Every breeding dog in our program undergoes extensive testing to ensure they meet the highest standards of health and genetic soundness, including:
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OFA (Orthopedic Foundation for Animals) Evaluations for:
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Hips
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Elbows
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Patellas
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Eyes
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Heart (including a full echocardiogram)
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Thyroid function
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Genetic Testing:
We also perform DNA testing for critical hereditary disorders, including Degenerative Myelopathy (DM) and Dilated Cardiomyopathy (DW), through a specialized laboratory in Germany.
This comprehensive health screening allows us to breed only dogs with the best chance of producing healthy, sound puppies and contributes to improving the overall breed quality.
OFA
The Orthopedic Foundation for Animals (OFA) website is where you can search all health screening results for animal health tested breeding dog
Timeline: What to Expect at Each Age
Raising a CSV isn’t a straight path — it’s a winding trail of growth, challenges, and breakthroughs. Here's a rough guide to what you can expect as your pup grows.
8–12 Weeks:
The chaos begins.
This stage is all about bonding, learning trust, and figuring out life away from their mom and littermates. Expect biting, crying, and neediness — like a toddler on four paws.
🔹 Note: Puppies from CZCAN Vlcaks stay with us until 10–12 weeks of age to ensure healthy development, unless traveling to the USA, in which case they stay until 6+ months.
3–6 Months:
Teething, energy bursts, and big feelings.
This is the start of structure-building: leash lessons, crate time, early obedience, and impulse control. You'll also see sensitivity to loud noises or new people/places — socialization is key now. Expect reactivity to increase if not managed. (We call this stage the "Puppy Blues")
🦷 Teething kicks into full gear, so redirect biting every single time.
⚡ Energy spikes can make them seem "wild" — it’s normal.
6–12 Months:
Boundary testing & fear periods.
This is when your CSV will test the rules and push your patience. You'll likely hit another teething wave around 9–10 months (molars!), and their independence kicks in.
🐾 Real bonding begins — this is when they start choosing their person.
🚨 Expect new fears to pop up suddenly. Stay calm and guide them through.
12–18 Months:
Adolescence: brace yourself.
This is one of the most challenging (and critical) stages. Emotional reactivity often peaks — expect barking, lunging, pushback on commands, and an increase in “red zone” behaviors. They’re testing boundaries, independence is growing, and hormones are in full swing.
They need daily structure, consistent training, plenty of enrichment, and strong, calm leadership to guide them through.
🔧 This is also the ideal time to spay or neuter your CSV — it supports healthy physical growth, mental focus, and can reduce behavioral challenges. If your dog is already displaying major behavior issues, talk to your vet and consider fixing earlier.
🎯 Daily effort matters more than ever — the work you put in now sets the tone for the rest of your dog’s life.
18+ Months:
The (possible) beginning of maturity.
Mental and emotional growth starts showing. Many females begin to settle around this time, while males often take longer to mature fully. Continue all your work — socialization, new exposures, training refreshers — to keep their minds healthy.
🧠 Their drive and instincts won’t go away, but they become more manageable with consistent effort.
🏡 They may begin to settle into their role in your home and “pack.”
Final Note:
Every dog is different. Some CSVs stabilize earlier, others later. What matters is ongoing support, structure, and learning how your dog ticks.
And remember — if you hit a stage where you feel overwhelmed or unsure, you’re not alone. We’ve been there. The CSV community is here to help.