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Also known as Kangal, Anatolian Shepherd (Kangal)
A powerful guardian of flocks, calm, aloof and fiercely loyal
The Kangal is a large Turkish livestock guardian bred to protect sheep from predators. It is calm, confident and independent, with a strong protective instinct that makes experienced handling, socialisation and secure fencing essential.
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This breed needs about 60 minutes of activity a day. Around 3 sitter-led sessions a week keeps that routine going when work or travel gets in the way.
60
Minutes of activity a day
3
Suggested sessions a week
Home visits
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It can be devoted to its own family, but its guarding instinct and size make it unsuitable for many homes. Careful socialisation and an experienced owner are essential.
No. It needs a large, secure outdoor space and is not suited to close, busy living conditions.
Not by nature, but they are protective and suspicious of strangers. With proper socialisation and calm handling they are steady, though they are not for beginners.
WorkingDignified, loyal and quietly powerful - a one-family guardian
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