Anatolian Shepherd
A.K.A. :KarabaÅŸ, Anatolian Blackhead, Kangal
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Good with other dogs
Watchdog ability
Energetic
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Playful
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Good with other pets
Good with children
Good with strangers
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Overview: | The Anatolian Shepherd Dog is a great working dog. They are still used in rural areas of one Turkey as the shepherds' loyal companion. |
Breed Group: | Working |
Weight (lbs): | male: 110-150, female: 80-120 |
Height (in): | male:29, female: 27 |
Colors: | Any color. The most common is fawn, with black mask. |
Coat: | Short to rough with neck hair slightly longer. |
Character: | Anatolian Shepherds are brave, cautious around strangers, and are sometimes stubborn. |
Temperament: | This breed gets along well with other animals that they have known since an early age. They may not be as friendly with strangers. These dogs are fairly guarded around strangers, but rarely have problems with children in their own family. |
Care: | The Anatolian Shepherd requires very little grooming. In times of shedding, use a double-row comb to remove dead and loose hairs. |
Training: | This breed responds well to a firm and experienced trainer. Training should begin early. |
Activity: | The Anatolian Shepherd requires a great deal of exercise and should be allowed a large fenced yard. |
Health Issue: | This breed may be prone to eyelid entropion or to hypothyroidism. Hip dysplasia may occur, but not as much as in other large breeds. |
Life Expectancy: | 10-13 |
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GORDA - Anatolian Shepherd (medium coat) Dog For Adoption

Anatolian Shepherd
Female, Adult
USA Santa Cruz, CA, USA
Date listed: 10/01/2025
Dog Breed: Anatolian Shepherd (medium coat). Meet Gorda, the Caucasian Shepherd. Yes, we have her listed as an Anatolian Shepherd but that is because our database...
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Anatolian Shepherd
Female, Baby
USA Osgood, IN, USA
Date listed: 09/24/2025
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MATTHEW - Anatolian Shepherd (medium coat) Dog For Adoption

Anatolian Shepherd
Male, Adult
USA Derwood, MD, USA
Date listed: 09/17/2025
Dog Breed: Anatolian Shepherd (medium coat). Meet Matthew! This big, tan Anatolian shepherd mix is just 18 months old and ready to find a home that matches his size and energy....
Potro - Anatolian Shepherd (medium coat) Dog For Adoption

Anatolian Shepherd
Male, Adult
USA Bountiful, UT, USA
Date listed: 09/17/2025
Dog Breed: Anatolian Shepherd (medium coat). For weeks this handsome guy sat at the shelter. We shared but no one wanted to take him home. When we say fostering saves lives we...
Cookie - Anatolian Shepherd Dog For Adoption

Anatolian Shepherd
Female, Young
USA Great Bend, KS, USA
Date listed: 10/01/2025
Dog Breed: Anatolian Shepherd. HI! MY NAME IS COOKIE IT IS GREAT TO MEET YOU!! Not to toot my own horn but I am a very sweet girl. I love other dogs, I enjoy rough housing with...
SAKURA - Anatolian Shepherd (medium coat) Dog For Adoption

Anatolian Shepherd
Female, Adult
USA Santa Barbara, CA, USA
Date listed: 09/03/2025
Dog Breed: Anatolian Shepherd (medium coat). Meet Sakura! Sakura is a gentle, sweet girl who came to us with her adorable pups, and though she’s been a wonderful...
GRETA* - Anatolian Shepherd (medium coat) Dog For Adoption

Anatolian Shepherd
Female, Adult
USA Santa Cruz, CA, USA
Date listed: 09/03/2025
Dog Breed: Anatolian Shepherd (medium coat). Meet Greta, the Caucasian Shepherd. Yes, we have her listed as an Anatolian Shepherd but that is because our database...
HONEY - Anatolian Shepherd (medium coat) Dog For Adoption

Anatolian Shepherd
Female, Adult
USA Waco, TX, USA
Date listed: 07/30/2025
Dog Breed: Anatolian Shepherd (medium coat). Meet Galadriel, a 2-yr-old, 62 lb. gentle adventure buddy! She’s friendly with people and other dogs and loves...
ADONIS - Anatolian Shepherd (medium coat) Dog For Adoption

Anatolian Shepherd
Male, Adult
USA Conroe, TX, USA
Date listed: 04/30/2025
Dog Breed: Anatolian Shepherd (medium coat).
Izzy - Anatolian Shepherd Dog For Adoption

Anatolian Shepherd
Female, Young
USA Dana Point, CA, USA
Date listed: 11/06/2024
Dog Breed: Anatolian Shepherd. Izzy is a sweet girl who's got so much love to give. She loves to cuddle and is very intelligent. She's currently in professional training. She's...
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