Anatolian Shepherds

The Guardians

A Little Information About Anatolian Shepherd Dogs

Anatolian Shepherds are first and foremost livestock guardian dogs and are known for their  strength, speed, and agility as well as their loyalty and love for their charges.  They originate from Turkey where they have been depended on for centuries as the primary flock guardian against predators.  They are very intelligent dogs that are gentle and loving to their families and flocks, and will fiercely defend them to ensure their safety.  While large in size - averaging between 100-140 pounds - they are built for agility and speed as well as strength, and are a trim, well muscled dog.  Anatolian Shepherds require a good amount of exercise and a firm leader who offers consistent training while the pup is young.  Their intelligence and independence that makes them excellent guardian dogs when mature also makes training and firm leadership essential while they are young.  This is a breed that requires a job to do and will be content when left to tend to their job.  They love to run and need a good amount of space outside to exercise.  They are also territorial and must be taught their boundaries.

Our dogs have been raised and live with sheep, geese, and chickens.  These dogs have also been raised with our young children, and make great friends and protectors, though children who are unaccustomed to these large dogs may at first be intimidated by their size.  Raising a puppy around children, while under a watchful owners eye to ensure proper behavior, will ensure a life long companion and protector.

Khan - our male

Our two livestock guardian dogs are both registered Anatolian Shepherds.  Our male, Khan, came from a goat ranch in Arkansas.  Our female, Turk, hails from Kentucky, and comes from champion blood lines.  They are quality dogs and keep our farm safe and pest free.

Turk keeping watch.

Puppy from past litter.

Puppies from our past litter.

Turk - our female

Intelligent, Inquisitive.