Anatolian Shepherd
Large dog breeds
Origin: | Turkey |
Size Type: | Large dog breeds |
Height: | 29 inches (74 cm) |
Weight: | 65 kg |
Form of ear: | - |
Form of a tail: | - |
Life span: | 10-13 years |
Japanese Site: | Anatolian Shepherd |
Overview
Sheppard has been working as a guard dog Anatorian from ancient times, has a long history as working dogs to serve people. Tibetan Mastiff dogs and ancestors probably came to Turkey that are more than 4000 years ago, the idea is considered military dogs were active in Roman type Moro cyanide. Anatorian Shepard at the time, such as the present bears protect livestock from wolves and were treated carefully to nomadic people. In the process of moving extensively with nomads and livestock, and this breed is its size, type of fur in fur color, etc., can now create different variations. However, independence and loyalty, bravery and the nature and characteristics unchanged, we will be taken over by Triumph to this breed. In fact, this breed the "Shepherd", meaning "Shepherd" might be to call in some ways wrong. In the name of Turkish "Kopec Coban (Sheepdog)" has become, this breed was originally, or by moving the sheep, was not doing the job and had no control. The first landed in America in 1950 this breed, but you will continue to demonstrate their ability to protect livestock Mirumiru as watchdogs and vermin coyote, dog lovers, most of these breeds still I was ignorant of the existence. Late 1970s through 1980s, but finally Anatorian Shepard, but now widely seen in various places, then the evaluation of this breed is not about appearance and beauty of nature and its had just been mentioned practicality. But then, among the people, there is loyalty, which increases the desire to want a dog to guard dogs, will gather attention to this breed. Thus in 1996, this breed will be recognized by AKC. However, official recognition that it was to be divided into working groups, Shepherd enthusiasts Anatorian capacity as working dogs in this breed, many fields than any other breed To say that giving her good over, after all, "other groups" that are categorized as settled.
Characteristics
Anatorian Shepard is enough work to last for robust, rugged body is built. Possess a superior agility and strong perseverance, strong, and a powerful physique. The head features a large and heavily-boned, yet spacious and elegant gait, walking with a powerful step down on the ground. The fur, has a double layer on the hair and thick undercoat. Type of about 3cm from the top hair short, with up to about 12cm long and rough types, and fly a little longer hair mane and neck areas.
Temperament
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Color
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How to Care & How to Train
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Exercise
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Disease to be careful
Dysplasia of the hip, inversion of an eyelid
Disease that can be seen occasionally
None
Inspection want to
Hip examination, ophthalmologic examination