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Anyone have experience with Anatolians/Kangals?

Shellfish

Shellfish

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I love the breed and big dogs in general, but I was wondering if anyone has experience raising one as a housepet/lover as opposed to a working dog.
 
Shellfish said:
I love the breed and big dogs in general, but I was wondering if anyone has experience raising one as a housepet/lover as opposed to a working dog.
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Don't get a dog just because you like the breed. Certain dog breeds are workhorses by nature, especially herding dogs like the Kangal you mentioned. I consider it rather critical not to provide such dogs with mental and physical stimulation by giving them the freedom to do their “job” of guarding and protecting your garden or property. These dogs often end up in shelters sooner or later because their owners are completely overwhelmed by them. Herding dogs are definitely not pets in the sense of being kept in the home exclusively as cuddly toys, and it takes a very experienced owner to reach a consensus on how to keep such a dog in a manner appropriate to its species while also having a cuddly companion. With strong-charactered dogs such as the Kangal, it often happens that inexperienced owners have no idea what the dog wants from them or what he is doing and may keep it incorrectly or treat it incorrectly. Dogs are animals at a relatively low stage of development compared to humans. Ethics and morals are human constructs that are intended to enable people to live together in a social community even when they are old, sick, weak, or disabled. Dogs do not follow these constructs, even though they are, of course, highly social animals. Basically, however, a dog is not just an animal but—if you deduct various predispositions due to breeding and breed—also an individual. Just as there are many gentle angels among them, there are also some pretty nasty bastards. It should also be noted that dogs are opportunists, which can lead to complicated situations. But if you have a 75 kg dog, then the situation becomes not only unpleasant for the owner but also dangerous for the entire environment..
 
Blacksoul said:
Don't get a dog just because you like the breed. Certain dog breeds are workhorses by nature, especially herding dogs like the Kangal you mentioned. I consider it rather critical not to provide such dogs with mental and physical stimulation by giving them the freedom to do their “job” of guarding and protecting your garden or property. These dogs often end up in shelters sooner or later because their owners are completely overwhelmed by them. Herding dogs are definitely not pets in the sense of being kept in the home exclusively as cuddly toys, and it takes a very experienced owner to reach a consensus on how to keep such a dog in a manner appropriate to its species while also having a cuddly companion. With strong-charactered dogs such as the Kangal, it often happens that inexperienced owners have no idea what the dog wants from them or what he is doing and may keep it incorrectly or treat it incorrectly. Dogs are animals at a relatively low stage of development compared to humans. Ethics and morals are human constructs that are intended to enable people to live together in a social community even when they are old, sick, weak, or disabled. Dogs do not follow these constructs, even though they are, of course, highly social animals. Basically, however, a dog is not just an animal but—if you deduct various predispositions due to breeding and breed—also an individual. Just as there are many gentle angels among them, there are also some pretty nasty bastards. It should also be noted that dogs are opportunists, which can lead to complicated situations. But if you have a 75 kg dog, then the situation becomes not only unpleasant for the owner but also dangerous for the entire environment..
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Sorry, I was really anxious about my first post and really messed up my phrasing.

I have owned dogs for my entire life and have owned a mix of small and large dogs. My 2 favorites have been a bernese and an australian shepherd. I have been responsible for most of our dogs trainings and am used to intelligent breeds. If I were to get a kangal it would not be until I have the space, time, and money to do so. I have done my share of research and know what to expect with the breed; I was more so trying to see if anyone who has owned a kangal would be willing to share their experiences!
 
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