Anatolian Shepherd Breeders
Since this breed is rare in the USA, it may be difficult to find reputable Anatolian Shepherd breeders. If you are interested in this breed, surf the Internet and contact any breed club for references. It’s not recommended to look for an Anatolian Shepherd dog in newspaper adds, because they are for impulsive buyers. Purchasing a dog is a great responsibility; it should not be done on impulse. First, you have to read much on the breed and learn about its original purpose, appearance, temperament, working abilities, typical health problems, and so forth. Profound knowledge on the breed helps make the right decision.
Most Anatolian Shepherd breeders produce working dogs, but some of them breed Anatolians for the show ring and as family companions. To avoid serious problems in future, make sure you’ve found the dog bred according to your purposes. Anatolian Shepherd dogs bred and raised for work will not become good family pets, because they are too independent and strong-willed for indoor living. When kept in the yard, these dogs will try to entertain themselves by digging, chewing and barking. If the Anatolian was selected for the role of a family companion, it will never be good at herding and protecting the cattle.
Responsible Anatolian Shepherd breeders refuse selling an Anatolian Shepherd dog to people who are not ready for owning a large pet or have wrong expectations of the dog. A reputable breeder cares for the well-being of all dogs and doesn’t breed for profit. Price is not the main factor in the choice of a dog. High price doesn’t always guarantee a high quality, but a healthy puppy from a good bloodline cannot be cheap. Dogs with minor faults in conformation and unable to work with the livestock can be sold at a discount as pets.
When buying an Anatolian Shepherd dog from a reputable breeder be ready to answer many questions about your living conditions, family members, and experience with dogs. High quality dogs are always sold with a pedigree, health records, and registration papers. If you’re lucky, you’ll have an opportunity to choose a puppy from a litter, but it often happens that breeders give no choice. If you don’t like the pup the breeder offers you, look for another breeder. Anatolian Shepherd breeders that try to get rid of a puppy should not be trusted.
