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	Akbash Dogs - Sheepfields Akbash Dogs (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-09-17)
		Akbash Dogs are intelligent, emotionally sensitive flock guardians that were developed 3000 years ago to fend off wolves and bears which threatened flocks of sheep and goats in Turkey.
		The Akbash Dog is one of the most beautiful of the guardian breeds, combining the grace and elegance of the gazehound with the power of the mastiff.
		The Akbash Dog does not mature until 2 years of age, and a concerted effort to socialize, guide, and lovingly demand respect is critical to the successful ownership of the breed.
	www.akbashdogs.net /home.htm (2025 words)

	Akbash Dog Standard
		The Akbash Dog is a white livestock guardian breed native to the plains and mountains of western Turkey.
		The Akbash Dog is slightly longer in proportion than tall, has a wedge-shaped head with pendant ears, and a long tail, usually carried in a curl over the back when the dog is moving or excited.
		Akbash Dogs have the size, strength and courage to challenge large predators and the speed and agility to chase fleet predators.
	www.rarebreed.com /breeds/akbash/akbash_ukc_std.html (1955 words)

	Akbash Dog puppies for sale breeders Akbash Dogs
		Akbash Dogs are lean and muscular with an elegant, racy appearance.
		Akbash Dogs characteristics are a combination of the Mastiff and Gazehound.
		The Akbash Dog was selectively breed for a white-colored guardian breed who is native to the plains and mountains of western Turkey.
	puppydogweb.com /caninebreeds/akbash.htm (428 words)

	Akbash Dog Breed Information and Pictures - Dooziedog.com
		The Akbash Dog requires a handler that understands this breed and is prepared to socialize this dog with a variety of animals, people and situations throughout it's life.
		Akbash Dogs need regular exercise and should ideally be within a country or farm environment so they have the freedom to run and exercise.
		Akbash Dogs are not recommended for first time dog owners, or anyone who doesn't have a lot of time for socializing these dogs.
	www.dooziedog.com /dog_breeds/akbash_dog (583 words)

	The Akbash Dog - Hurriyet Akbash Dogs
		Hurriyet Akbash Dogs was established in 1984 in Louisa County, Virginia and moved to Fluvanna County in 1997.
		Akbash Dogs are large, with males measuring approximately 29" to 33" at the withers and weighing an average of 100 to 130 lbs, and females measuring 26" to 29" and weighing 80 to 100 lbs.
		Akbash Dogs tend to be somewhat aloof with (introduced) strangers, but quietly loving and affectionate toward owners and family.
	members.aol.com /hurriyetva (2039 words)

	Reference.com/Encyclopedia/Akbash Dog
		The Akbash Dog is native to western Turkey in the region known as the Akbash, and it is primarily used as a Livestock guardian dog.
		The Akbash can be used as a companion dog as well as a working breed, and if trained appropriately can be extremely personable with any creature no matter the size or age.
		The Akbash has been bred to be independent and dogs of this breed might think that they know better than their owners during training.
	www.reference.com /browse/wiki/Akbash_Dog (654 words)

	Cão akbash_hist (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-09-17)
		The qualities that have enabled the Akbash Dog to excel as livestock guardian should be uppermost in the minds of all who select breeding stock and affect the future health and survival of this breed.
		The Akbash Dog is found today in rural Turkey, and, as far as can be determined, the Akbash Dog has been serving as a livestock protection dog in Turkey for millennia.
		However, Akbash Dogs in Turkey are never allowed in the house as pets, and are usually smaller than we are used to.
	www.brunotausz.com /akbash_dog_hist.htm (1753 words)

	Molosserworld's Akbash History Page (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-09-17)
		The Akbash Dog is thought to be the ancestor of the Greek sheep guard dog as well as that of the Great Pyrenees and the Kuvasz.
		A white livestock guardian, the Akbash Dog is native to the region of Turkey west and south of Ankara, an area where sheep were once common.
		In addition, the Akbash Dog proved to be aggressive to intruding dogs -- free roaming dogs are one of the most serious threats to livestock in North America.
	www.moloss.com /brd/ab/a002/history.html (773 words)

	Akbash Dog Information (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-09-17)
		Akbash Dogs have also fulfilled the role of companion dogs, although that is not usually advised unless owners have had previous experience with a large breed, particularly of the guard dog variety.
		Akbash Dogs are an ancient breed, used for centuries to guard livestock in Asia Minor, now known as Turkey.
		The Akbash Dog is slow to mature and males may not reach full size until the age of three or more.
	www.thepetprofessor.com /breed_profiles/dogs/akbash_dog.aspx (784 words)

	Dogs of Turkey: Akbash and Karabash - All About Turkey
		The Akbash Dog is found in rural country serving as a livestock protection dog in Turkey for millennia.
		Akbash Dogs tend to be smaller, and more variable in size.
		The Akbash Dog is the result of centuries of natural selection as a guardian of livestock.
	www.allaboutturkey.com /kopek2.htm (1506 words)

	Dogs With Jobs (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-09-17)
		Loyal and independent, protective and courageous, the white-coated Akbash dog (Akbash literally means "white head"), with its almond-shaped eyes and stable temperament, is an ancient Turkish breed perfectly designed for its role as livestock guardian.
		Equipped with keen hearing, exceptional strength and a graceful gait, the Akbash is believed to be one of the oldest flock guarding breeds, still maintaining many of the attributes it possessed thousands of years ago.
		Akbash dogs will fearlessly risk their own lives to protect their charges, whether they be sheep, goats, cattle, horses, poultry, deer or llamas.
	www.dogswithjobs.com /about_dogs/meet_the_breeds/akbash.html (324 words)

	Akbash Dog Information, Flock Guardian
		The Akbash is a natural guardian that even at a very young age will bond strongly with the livestock it is protecting.
		Akbash Dogs are not recommended for apartment life, regardless of the amount of on-leash exercise provided.
		The Akbash is a probable relative of the other great white herd guarders of Europe such as the Komondor, Kuvasz, Tatra Mountain Sheepdog, and even distant Pyrenean Mountain Dog.
	www.dogbreedinfo.com /akbashdog.htm (915 words)

	Akbash Dog - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
		The Akbash Dog is native to western Turkey in the region known as the Akbash, and it is primarily used as a Livestock guardian dog.
		The Akbash can be used as a companion dog as well as a working breed, and if trained appropriately can be extremely personable with any creature no matter the size or age.
		The Akbash has been bred to be independent and dogs of this breed might think that they know better than their owners during training.
	en.wikipedia.org /wiki/Akbash_Dog (487 words)

	Akbash Dog (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-09-17)
		On the contrary, the Akbash is generally good with infants because of their maternal instincts.
		The adjectives used to describe the Akbash dog are courageous, loyal and intelligent.
		Akbashes are usually 28-32 inches or 71-81 centimeters in height.
	www.helpandinformation.com /artman/publish/printer_572.shtml (300 words)

	Molosserworld's Akbash Breedfacts Page (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-09-17)
		The pure white Akbash Dog is one of the native breeds of Turkey.
		The Akbash is primarily found in the area east of Ankara where it is valued as a guardian of the sheep flocks.
		Rare ouside of Turkey, exept for a good population (more than 2000 specimens) in the U.S. In the country of origin the Akbash is regarded as a breed of its own but in most of the western countries "trown" together with the Kangal in the FCI recognized breed Anatolian Shepherd Dog.
	www.moloss.com /brd/ab/a002/impfacts.html (208 words)

	Akbash and the ASDCA
		Some founded other competing 'akbash' breed clubs so that they could continue to develop this variation independently and still be able to register experimental stock.
		Others took their dogs and the depth of pedigree which they had established, and used this as proof that their dogs were simply a variety of the Anatolian Shepherd -- where simple selection for coloration was being used to create a breed.
		It was unanimously agreed, upon conclusion of the inspection of the pedigrees, that the dogs, the variety of 'white' colorations (creams, chinchilla, whites, dilution, masking effects and extreme white spotting) and conformation types, showed that they were simply a variety of Anatolian being selected for coat color.
	www.anatolianworld.com /akbash5.html (784 words)

	Akbash Dog Breed Information
		The Akbash Dog originates from Turkey where it was used for centuries to guard livestock from wolves and other predators.
		Akbash dogs have strong tendency of all sheepguarding dogs to be protective toward their families.
		Akbash dogs are usually sensitive to firm, verbal reprimands and respond well to moderate praise.
	www.gopetsamerica.com /dog/akbash-dog.aspx (609 words)

	Akbash Dog - Canada's Guide to Dogs - Breeds
		The Akbash Dog is an ancient breed originating in Turkey where he was used to guard livestock.
		Another characteristic of the Akbash Dog is, both males and females, have a strong maternal instinct, especially toward small and young animals and children.
		Akbash Dogs: A Breed Apart — By Judith Nelson (Judith Nelson and her husband David introduced the Akbash Dog to the United States in 1978.)
	www.canadasguidetodogs.com /akbash.htm (909 words)

	Akbash Dog Information
		Also called the Coban Kopegi and the Akbas, the Akbash Dog is an elegant, rare breed from the plains and mountains of western Turkey.
		The name Akbash come from the Turkish word "akbas" meaning "white head." The origins of the breed are not truly clear, it is known to be an ancient pure breed.
		The white Akbash Dog is a long-legged, lean, muscular dog that has great strength, courage and stamina.
	www.sidyboysfoolin.com /Akbash.html (603 words)

	oonderer The Akbash Dog (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-09-17)
		The Akbash Dog is an elegant rare breed from Western Turkey.
		The Akbash Dog possesses the classic livestock guarding dog temperament; a temperament found in few domestic dog breeds.
		The calm, quiet demeanor of the Akbash Dog is essential to their "bonding" with agricultural animals.
	www.onderer.com /animals/akbash.html (278 words)

	Akbash Dog Puppies For Sale, Akbash Dogs
		The Akbash Dog is lean and muscular with an elegant, racy appearance.
		The Akbash Dog was selectively breed for a white-colored guardian breed who is native to the plains and mountains of western Turkey.
		Recognition of the Akbash Dog in the US is credited to Americans David and Judy Nelson who studied the dogs in Turkey beginning in the 1970s.
	www.2000dogs.com /akbashdog.htm (467 words)

	Akbash Dog Dog Breed Information from Consulting Health Group (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-09-17)
		The physical and temperamental attributes of the Akbash Dog (pronounced Ah-k-bah-sh) reflect both mastiff and gazehound origins.
		The all white Akbash Dog is a large and ancient guard dog breed from Turkey.
		Such individuals exist, but they should not be used as breeding stock, since the development of such traits would be contradictory to the breed's attributes as a livestock guardian.
	dogs.consultinghealth.com /breed_67_akbashdog.html (617 words)

	Akbash Dog
		The Akbash is completely devoted to his family and the animals in his care.
		The Akbash is not the dog for everyone, especially the inexperienced dog owner.
		The Akbash needs to be put to work as a guardian to be truly happy.
	www.canadogs.com /BreedAkbash.htm (383 words)

	The Akbash Dog (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-09-17)
		The Akbash Dog is one of the "shepherd" dog breeds of Turkey.
		Unlike the "shepherd" breeds of the West, the Turkish shepherd dog breeds are not herding breeds.
		The heavier, blunt muzzled Kangal Dog, while not nearly as exaggerated in proportion as many modern day mastiff breeds, is reminiscent of the early mastiffs with their pendant ears, moderately shortened muzzles, powerful chests, and broad skulls.
	people.unt.edu /~tlt0002/adogs2.htm (393 words)

	Akbash Dog Dog Breed Information
		The Akbash Dog represents a mixture of Mastiff and gazehound characteristics that are important to maintain.
		Brief History: The Akbash Dog is a white livestock guardian breed native to the plains and mountains of western Turkey.
		The origins of this dog's breed is not known, but the Akbash Dog is known to be an ancient pure breed.
	www.puppiesanddogsforsale.com /dog_breed_info/AkbashDog.asp (602 words)

	The Akbash Dog (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-09-17)
		That means that an Akbash Dog owner has to understand what his dog is learning and how his dog might react in given situations.
		The Akbash Dog owner soon learns that while some dogs respond immediately to their owners' calls, the Akbash Dog seems to evaluate the command (or request) and then act accordingly.
		However, a dominant Akbash Dog (a mature dog) may not accept the sudden introduction of another mature, dominant dog, particularly an unneutered dog of the same sex.
	people.unt.edu /tlt0002/adogs7.htm (838 words)

	Akbash Dog - Home (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-09-17)
		As I approached, the dog immediately stepped forward and placed herself between the owner and I. No growls or barks but a very clear signal that I should be careful.We spent some time chatting while I asked many questions and eventually the dog relaxed but never stopped pressing herself against the legs of her owner.
		An Akbash Dog may not be the best choice for a companion pet considering where I lived and the amount of time it would take to socialize this breed.
		As we rounded a bend and approached the breeder's house, tethered to a long leash in front of a garage was a beautiful, rather large Akbash puppy.
	www.akbashdog.com (685 words)

	Paca Peace - Paco the Wonder Dog
		Turkish sheep farmers depended on their Akbash guard dogs to use independent judgment in keeping the sheep safe from predators.
		The Akbash tended to be white, so they could blend with the sheep and surprise any animal who would hurt the sheep.
		Akbash guard dogs live and bond with the animals they protect.
	www.pacapeace.org /paco.htm (177 words)

	RescuePoint Breed Information: Dogs Akbash
		The Akbash was combined with the Kangal to create the Anatolian Shepherd Dog.
		Cases of hip dysplasia and OCD have occurred with this dog; however, the breed as a whole does not seem to be afflicted with these conditions nearly as often as many other large, rapidly growing breeds.
		The Akbash Dog is the Turkish equivalent of other white guardian breeds found in and around the northern Mediterranean Basin.
	www.rescuepoint.com /about/akbash.shtml (496 words)

	Doggeek.com
		The Akbash is the Turkish counterpart of the other white guard dog breeds found in Europe and around the Mediterranean.
		The Akbash is striking in its white color, it's tall, long-legged appearance and its refined elegance.
		Temperament: The Akbash is a good stable companion and protector with great loyalty and protective instincts.
	www.doggeek.com /breeds/a/akbash.shtml (330 words)

	Dog Owner's Guide: Livestock guard dogs
		Maremma, Akbash, Komondor, Kangal, Kuvasz — the names of obscure breeds barely known to the most interested of dog owners hardly roll off the tongue, but these livestock guardians and more remind modern pet and show dog owners of the ancient partnership between man and canine.
		Akbash comes from the Turkish word for “white head,” and Karabash (another name for Kangal Dog) from the word for fl head.
		Standing 28-31 inches at the shoulder, the male Akbash weighs about 90-130 pounds; females are 27-29 inches and tip the scales at 75-100 pounds.
	www.canismajor.com /dog/livestck.html (3466 words)

	Akbash Dog Breeders
		A native of Turkey, these dogs are striking, white flock guards that have made a name for themselves on American farms and ranches.
		They are used to guard livestock from grizzly, fl bears, wolves and coyotes.
		Akbash Dogs stand 32" at the shoulders and can weigh 120 lbs.
	www.anypet.com /akbash.html (137 words)

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