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The History of the Anatolian Shepherd Dog states that it is a large, powerful livestock guardian whose origins date back for thousands of years. This ancient turkish dog breed is highly prized by the human Turkish shepherds for their loyalty, hardiness, courage, independence, and a nobility that cannot be matched by any other breed of dog. From the beginning, the goal of Alaturka Anatolians has always been the preservation and continuance of the Anatolian “in the Turkish manner”, emphasizing these same qualities. Alaturka strives for balanced structure, strong bones, and the proper temperament to ensure the Anatolian always maintains its inherent ability to do the job it has been developed for over thousands of years.
The Anatolian Shepherd Dogs of Alaturka Kennel are highly socialized, devoted to their families, and gentle with children. Alaturka Anatolian Shepherd Dogs are not useless "status symbols", but are carefully bred to be adaptable to any situation, including the capability to easily function as the serious flock guardians seen in ancient and modern-day Turkey, or as gentle protectors of family and friends. We strive to match each puppy with the home it is meant for by temperament testing each pup for the temperament needed, whether it be for livestock guardian, family companion and/or protector, service dog, best friend, or any combination of these traits.
Since 1987, when Alaturka Kennel was established, each generation has produced some very special dogs that represent how the Anatolian Shepherd Dog has been for thousands of years, with stable temperaments, calm demeanors, and the ability to discern a perceived threat from a real threat. All breeding dogs in the Alaturka Kennel must be cleared of all genetic defects tested for in the breed (hip dysplasia, hypothyroidism and entropion) before they are considered for our breeding program. They must also have the correct temperament, structure and calmness that is so important to the Anatolian's inherent instincts. In order to ensure these traits, all breeding stock from the Alaturka Kennel have finished Conformation Championships -- Alaturka has had dogs in AKC's Top Rankings every year since recognized for the Working Group in June of 1999.
While living with an Anatolian Shepherd Dog entails more responsibility and committment than most any other breed of dog, they can be a wonderful and intelligent companion, guardian and friend. While this is not a dog for everyone, for those who learn to adapt, living with Anatolian Shepherd Dogs can be an interesting experience and an addictive lifestyle. Anatolian addicts state that:
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