Anatolian Shepherd Dog Breed and Characteristics

An Anatolian Shepherd Dog is a rugged, imposing flock guardian of ancient lineage. Protective and territorial, but also intelligent, patient, and profoundly loyal, these muscular avengers are prized as working guard dogs without equal.

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Anatolian Shepherd Dog Breed

Judging the Anatolian Shepherd Dog

Learn how to judge the Anatolian Shepherd Dog, focusing on balance, movement, and temperament in the Working Group.

November 9, 2024

Janis Rosenthal, Breeder of Chevaliers du Roland

Anatolian Shepherd Dog Breed

Janis Rosenthal | Chevaliers du Roland

Janis Rosenthal is breeder behind Chevaliers du Roland. Read about the kennel’s beginnings, the puppies, and much more!

July 29, 2024

White silhouette of an Anatolian Shepherd Dog over a picturesque background.

Anatolian Shepherd Dog Breed

Anatolian Misunderstood

Learn about the Anatolian Shepherd Dog: a natural guardian with a defense instinct, calm demeanor, and strong protective nature.

July 25, 2024

Young Anatolian Shepherd dog lying in a field of flowers

Anatolian Shepherd Dog Breed

Judging the Anatolian Shepherd: A Judge’s Guide

This article was originally published in Showsight Magazine, January 2018 issue. Judging the Anatolian Shepherd: A Judge’s Guide The information furnished in this article

July 23, 2024

Lesley Brabyn, Breeder of Timaru Kennels

Anatolian Shepherd Dog Breed

Lesley Brabyn | Timaru Kennels

Lesley Brabyn is the breeder behind Timaru Kennels. Read about the kennel’s beginnings, the sires, the dams, the puppies, and much more!

August 27, 2023

Anatolian Shepherd Dog Breed

Full Circle Farm | Nancy Wargas

Interview with Breeder/Owner Handler Nancy Wargas – I stumbled onto Anatolian Shepherd Dogs while showing Quarter Horses at The All-American

April 11, 2022

Anatolian Shepherd Dog Breed

Anatolian Shepherd Dog: Working Guard Dog without Equal

The Essence of Anatolian Shepherd Dog breed: This is a Working Dog, first and foremost. “Shepherd” is in the dog’s name, but he is not a “herding” dog.

May 30, 2021

The Quiet Man: The Anatolian Shepherd Dog In The Show Ring

Anatolian Shepherd Dog Breed

The Quiet Man: The Anatolian Shepherd Dog In The Show Ring

The Anatolian Shepherd Dog, Anatolian or ASD for short, is a working breed of Livestock Guardian Dog (LGD) that was created from regional

May 28, 2021

latest articles

Anatolian Shepherd Dog Breed

Judging the Anatolian Shepherd Dog

Learn how to judge the Anatolian Shepherd Dog, focusing on balance, movement, and temperament in the Working Group.

November 9, 2024

Anatolian Shepherd Dog Breed

Janis Rosenthal | Chevaliers du Roland

Janis Rosenthal is breeder behind Chevaliers du Roland. Read about the kennel’s beginnings, the puppies, and much more!

July 29, 2024

Anatolian Shepherd Dog Breed

Anatolian Misunderstood

Learn about the Anatolian Shepherd Dog: a natural guardian with a defense instinct, calm demeanor, and strong protective nature.

July 25, 2024

Anatolian Shepherd Dog Breed

Judging the Anatolian Shepherd: A Judge’s Guide

This article was originally published in Showsight Magazine, January 2018 issue. Judging the Anatolian Shepherd: A Judge’s Guide The information furnished in this article

July 23, 2024

Anatolian Shepherd Dog Breed

Lesley Brabyn | Timaru Kennels

Lesley Brabyn is the breeder behind Timaru Kennels. Read about the kennel’s beginnings, the sires, the dams, the puppies, and much more!

August 27, 2023

Anatolian Shepherd Dog Breed

Full Circle Farm | Nancy Wargas

Interview with Breeder/Owner Handler Nancy Wargas – I stumbled onto Anatolian Shepherd Dogs while showing Quarter Horses at The All-American

April 11, 2022

Anatolian Shepherd Dog Breed

Anatolian Shepherd Dog: Working Guard Dog without Equal

The Essence of Anatolian Shepherd Dog breed: This is a Working Dog, first and foremost. “Shepherd” is in the dog’s name, but he is not a “herding” dog.

May 30, 2021

Anatolian Shepherd Dog Breed