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Guardian Dogs Relax Sheep- Study

Sheep tend to travel greater distances in the presence of a guardian dog, likely because they’re less concerned about predators, according to new research led by Idaho State University (ISU). Having well-trained guardian dogs (…)  protecting sheep and cattle from predators, may have more beneficial effects on the livestock than […]

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Guard Dog 101 by Janet Fahey

Large Guard Dog 101: Most of you are familiar with the Livestock Guardian Dog, whether you already own one, or know someone who does. The most common breeds now working on (…) farms are the Great Pyrenees, Maremma, Akbash, Anatolian Shepherd, as well a cross-breeds of those. There are many […]

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Kangal Rescue

Rescue efforts already helped re-home over 600 dogs! Successful adoptions come with a lot of expenses including: vet bills, housing, food, transportation, and more. It costs $3000 Euros a month to maintain the shelter in Germany. If you would like to support Kangal Rescue Operations, here is how: Make a […]

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Guardian of Anatolia

A few years ago, my English friends living in İzmit bought a Kangal puppy. Their children, who had been born and raised here and are pretty much more Turkish than English, gave the puppy the traditional name of Karabaş — Black Head. As a new puppy Karabaş was allowed inside […]

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Looking for a Kangal Dog?

Some Questions to consider: What are your reasons for wanting a Kangal dog ? Did you complete your research regarding the breed ? Have you explored all the pros and cons ? Are you up for a challenge of owning a livestock guardian? Do you have the time, commitment & […]

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Livestock Guarding Dogs (Ba Kiwanuka)

Livestock guarding dogs and livestock herding dogs both fall under the umbrella category of sheepdogs, but it is important to understand that these are two very different dog breeds. Livestock Guardian Dogs (LGDs) were developed and bred to protect livestock from predators such as: wolves, jackals, coyotes, baboons, leopards, bears […]

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