Anatolian Shepherd Dog

From the Anatolian Plateau of Turkey comes the Anatolian Shepherd Dog, a rugged, powerful guard dog who possesses both agility and endurance. Standing 29 inches at the shoulder and weighing up to 150 pounds, the Anatolian Shepherd is an impressive working dog and one of the most adaptable canines in the world, having been developed in the most demanding environs of his homeland. This Special Limited Edition is the only book of its kind dedicated to this noble Turkish breed, written by well-known dogman Richard G. Beauchamp. With specific instructions on selecting a puppy, rearing, housebreaking and training the dog, this colorful book is a much-needed addition to the existing information on the Anatolian Shepherd breed.

New Anatolian owner Ben Smith was caught off-guard when he rescued his lovable, headstrong puppy Theo. Having never owned a Livestock Guardian breed before, Ben and his wife Laura didn't know what to do, or how to handle, a new puppy who seemed driven to work every second of the day. Through lots of hard work, trial-and-error, and patient love, they learned what it takes to keep an active Anatolian Shepherd puppy engaged, exercised, and fulfilled living a non-working life as a family dog. Through this process, they realized that it takes a unique approach to keep Theo happy and fulfilled even when he doesn't have a flock to guard or a full-time job to do. Using input and advice from several members of the ASDCA (Anatolian Shepherd Dog Club of America), this book is a culmination of Ben's experiences with Theo that is designed to help any new Anatolian owner know exactly what to expect from this incredible and unique breed. Covering topics such as: The history of the Anatolian Shepherd Behavioral characteristics Preparing for an Anatolian in your home Supplies you'll need to have Housetraining Socializing an Anatolian with other breeds Physically AND mentally exercising an Anatolian Basic training concepts and techniques Dealing with unwanted behaviors Nutrition advice Health and wellness Senior Anatolian Shepherd care The Anatolian Shepherd has an unmistakable personality that necessitates potential owners to do their homework to appreciate and realize the full potential of this strong and highly intelligent breed. Traditionally a working breed, any new owner who is bringing an ASD into their home as a family companion needs to understand the personality and requirements that come along with ownership. This book outlines exactly what any family should know to successfully raise an ASD from puppyhood to old age and to create the best environment for the Anatolian Shepherd and family to thrive together. Contained within these pages you will find tips, tricks, and anecdotal evidence to help you understand the advice presented in this book. The Anatolian Shepherd Dog is truly a thing of beauty, and by arming yourself with the knowledge to better prepare for life with your ASD, you are well on your way to many rewarding years with your family dog.

Describes a special program initiated by the Cheetah Conservation Fund that saves cheetahs from extinction by using Anatolian shepherd dogs to guard farmers' flocks. Also highlights the Paws and Claws program of the Columbus Zoo which takes cheetahs and dogs into schools to teach people about the plight of the cheetah.

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The Anatolian Shepherd Dog is a large breed of dog that originates from the Anatolian region located in central Turkey. The breed was developed to guard livestock and has a large, rugged and strong body with incredible hearing and eyesight. The breed is able to guard livestock using its great sense of sight and hearing as well as chase away predators using its large and agile body. The breed is highly intelligent, resourceful and independent due to the fact that they were tasked with guarding livestock without human assistance or direction. However, these traits make the Anatolian Shepherd Dog a potentially challenging pet. It is not recommended to keep a Anatolian Shepherd Dog as a first time dog owner as they need to be socialized and trained properly during their puppyhood. The breed is also known to roam and it is therefore considered best practice to microchip your Anatolian Shepherd Dog. The breed gets along well with small children and other household pets - providing the Anatolian Shepherd Dog has been correctly socialized in its early years. Before purchasing any pet it is important to understand that as a pet owner you are responsible for the care and wellbeing of your pet. It is important to try and learn as much as you can about the animal you are considering to keep as a pet to make sure that your lifestyle, household and financial status are suited to provide your pet with the best possible care. This guide has been designed to provide you with both precise and concise information about a Anatolian Shepherd Dog's basic needs to help you provide your pet with the best quality care practices. This guide will give an in-depth explanation on training your Anatolian Shepherd Dog, raising your Anatolian Shepherd Dog from a puppy, grooming, health care and everything in between! "The Anatolian Shepherd Dog: A Complete and Comprehensive Beginners Guide to: Buying, Owning, Health, Grooming, Training, Obedience, Understanding and Caring for Your Anatolian Shepherd Dogm" by Michael Stonewood is the perfect purchase or gift for a first time Anatolian Shepherd Dog owner. This guide includes sections on caring for a puppy, breeding, health care, training, the basic cost of owning an Anatolian Shepherd Dog and much more. This book is the second edition - the first edition was published by 'Dog Care Professionals.'

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