Anatolian Shepherd Dog
OriginTurkey
SizeGiant
Lifespan11–13 years
GroupPinscher & Molossoid
Summary
The Anatolian Shepherd Dog is a large Turkish livestock guardian breed developed to work independently protecting flocks from predators. Because naming and standards overlap with Kangal-type dogs in some systems, it is kept as its own non-FCI legacy row unless a later product decision merges it.
Physical Characteristics
- Size
- Giant
- Height (male)
- 73.5 cm
- Height (female)
- 68.5 cm
- Weight (male)
- 50–68 kg
- Weight (female)
- 36–54.5 kg
- Life Expectancy
- 11–13 years
- Coat
- Short to moderately long double coat with a dense undercoat
- Common Colors
- All colors and markings; fawn with black mask is common
Temperament & Personality
The Anatolian Shepherd Dog is loyal, calm, independent, protective, and observant. It is a serious livestock guardian that needs space, socialization, and experienced handling.
Activity & Exercise
- Energy Level
- Moderate to high
- Recommended Daily Exercise
- 60–90 minutes
Grooming & Care
- Grooming Needs
- Moderate
- Shedding
- Heavy
- Bathing Frequency
- Every 6–8 weeks
Health
- Common Health Issues
- Bloat
- Elbow dysplasia
- Entropion
- Hip dysplasia
- Hypothyroidism
- Recommended Health Tests
- Elbow evaluation
- Eye examination
- Hip evaluation
- Thyroid evaluation
Compatibility
- For First-Time Owners
- Not recommended
