It is renowned for its size, courage and mastiff-like
appearance. It invariably has a black mask on a massive head (karabash) and short,
dense hair ranging in colour from dun to steel grey.
Characteristics
An active working breed used to guard sheep and livestock.
Steady and bold without undue aggression, independent, hardy, very trainable.
Temperament
The Kangal Dog possesses the classic livestock guardian dog
temperament; a temperament characterised by a calm, alert and independent
demeanour. Possessing a natural protective instinct, he is loyal, bold and courageous
without showing undue aggression. Moreover the Kangal Dog is sensitive and his
responses to individual situations clearly demonstrate his intelligence and sensitivity.
History
It is renowned for its size, courage and mastiff-like
appearance. It invariably has a black mask on a massive head (karabash) and short,
dense hair ranging in colour from dun to steel grey.
Origin
Turkey
Utilization
The typical Kangal Dog is first and foremost a stock guardian dog and
possesses a temperament typical of such dogs-alert, territorial, and
defensive of the domestic animals or the human family to which it has
bonded. The Kangal Dog has the strength, speed, and courage to
intercept and confront threats to the flocks of sheep and goats that it
guards both in Turkey and the New World.
Classification
Sheepdogs and Cattledogs
Size
Extra Large
Height
Males: 76 – 81.5 cm [30 – 32 ins]. Bitches 71 – 78.5 cm [28 – 31 ins]
Weight
Males: Weight 50 – 63.5 kg [110 – 140 lbs]. Bitches Weight 41 – 59 kg [90 – 130 lbs].
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