Kangal Dog
- Weight
- 41–66 kg[1]
Temperament
Alert, Reserved with strangers
[1]A livestock guardian of the Anatolian plateau
The UKC describes the Kangal Dog as an ancient livestock guardian, genetically related to guardian dogs of Central Asia. It presents the possibility that nomadic groups brought dogs into Turkey while noting that the breed's exact ancestry remains unresolved.
[1]A large dog guarding sheep and goats
The UKC links the name to the Kangal district of Sivas Province in central Turkey and describes dogs guarding sheep and goats on the Anatolian plateau against wolves, bears and jackals. The build is large, powerful and slightly longer than tall.
[1]A short double coat and dark mask
UKC describes a fairly short double coat with dense undercoat. Its solid base ranges from cream to pale tan or fawn and can look grey with more dark hairs. Dark or black mask and ears contrast with the base; white is confined to specified areas on the feet, chest and chin. The undercoat changes with the seasons.
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