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Workinglarge🌍 Turkeylivestock guardian
Anatolian Shepherd Dog
Reserved, loyal, independent, steady
Popularity
717
Pragmatic flock guardian; reserved with strangers, very hardy, and work-driven.
Lifespan
11–13 years
Coat
short to rough, thick undercoat, some feathering
Colors
fawn, brindle, white, liver, with or without mask
Male height
29–32 in
Female height
27–29 in
Male weight
100–150 lb
Female weight
80–120 lb
Review status
reviewed
Primary source
Temperament & training
Energy
3
Trainability
3
Playfulness
2
Protectiveness
5
Prey drive
3
Barking
3
Household fit
Kid friendly
4
Apartment friendly
1
Novice owner friendly
1
Good with other dogs
2
Good with strangers
2
Care & environment
Shedding
3
Grooming
2
Drooling
2
Coat length
2
Exercise needs
4
Heat tolerance
3
Cold tolerance
4
