Anatolian Shepherd
Description
The Anatolian Shepherd Dog is described as
the indigenous livestock guardian from the vast regions of Turkey and
has been bred for thousands of years to guard flocks travelling on the
Anatolian Plateau. These powerful, large, upstanding dogs are capable
of great speed and strength and stamina and its hardy physical
constitution reflects that throughout its ancient lineage where they
bred to work while withstanding extremes in climate and terrain.
Nowadays the Anatolians are widely used in a working capacity to guard
sheep, goats, chickens, alpacas and horses. Found in semi-rural and
suburban environments in the role of family guardian and companion,
these dogs are also renowned for their dedication to their livestock, and unsurpassed loyalty to their human handlers.
Temperament
The Anatolians are immense in size and possess a strong and
willful nature and require a home where owners will give the young
Anatolian the obedience and socialization training necessary, for it to
be a happy member of the family.
Appearance
Height:
66-76cm
(26-30in)
Weight: 41-68kg (90-150lb)
The general appearance of this dog, is
that of a tall, rugged and powerful dog; with a dense
double coat, broad strong head with pendant shaped ears; well-developed
muscular shoulders and hindquarters; a level towline and
a long relatively high-set tail that is carried high and curled over the
dogs back when alert.
The predominant colour is that of a fawn dog with a black mask.
Grooming
Requiring minimal grooming this dog's coat really only
requires a thorough brushing-out during the twice a year shedding
season, otherwise for the rest of the year it only requires minimal
grooming to keep it looking great.
Life Expectancy
12-15 Years
Health Concerns
They are not plagued by some of the
health problems which can affect many other giant breeds and although HD
can and does occur, it usually is more often the result of poor diet and
over exercising a young growing dog.
To ensure a healthy happy
dog feed your dog with a good quality dog food.
Suitability
The Anatolian Shepherd is quite inactive indoors and is not
recommended for apartment living and will do best in a large yard. Quite
suspicious of strangers, these dogs require a securely fenced yard where
they can run free. Requiring lots of exercise they will need long daily walks to keep them satisfied.
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