14 Hardy Facts About Anatolian Shepherds

by Alka Polischuk

The Anatolian Shepherd is known for its independence and having no problem with taking charge.

#1 THEY COME FROM TURKEY

#2 THEY’RE VERY INDEPENDENT

#3 SHEEP ARE IN GOOD HANDS WITH THEM AROUND

#4 THEY SHUT DOWN A U.S. FEDERAL PROJECT

You can read the full story about the debacle in this article.

#5 THEY’RE NOT THE ONLY TURKISH FLOCK DOG

The Anatolian shepherd we know today is a distinct breed that was refined in the United States and Britain.

#6 THESE GIANT DOGS HAVE MANAGED TO LAND SOME COVETED ROLES

Butch, the leader in the movie Cats & Dogs, was played by an Anatolian shepherd.