Anatolian Pyrenees puppy

[StacyT]

I have an Anatolian Pyrenees & a Great Pyrenees. I got both as puppies around 10 weeks old. My property is 5 acres unfenced. When I got my puppies I left them outside for the first few weeks so they were around the chickens 24/7. I kept an eye on them as puppies to make sure they didn’t chase any of the chickens. Now they both come in/out of the house as they want but spend a good amount of time outside. I ended up putting gps shock collars on them to keep them from going outside my property for now. I’m working on the fence now so they won’t need to collars anymore. Both breeds are known for wandering so it’s important you find a way to keep them contained. Mine are both about 2 yrs old now. They are great with chickens however they will chase smaller chicks when I 1st add anyone new to the flock but it usually just last a couple days and I keep an eye on them when introducing new chicks. They are very large dogs and stubborn to train. They are very intelligent but very stubborn. It’s important that you feed a good food with large breeds especially.I would start them on a large breed puppy food. They also need to be brushed often to maintain their coat. I had a coyote problem when I got mine and around 8 months of age he started to run them off. I haven’t seen a coyote in 6 months of more. They are barkers so if you have close neighbors they might not be a good choice. They like to bark most of the night. They are great with people as long as you socialize them early. I highly recommend either breed if you have the room for them.

 

[Nicci0110]

I have an Anatolian Pyrenees & a Great Pyrenees. I got both as puppies around 10 weeks old. My property is 5 acres unfenced. When I got my puppies I left them outside for the first few weeks so they were around the chickens 24/7. I kept an eye on them as puppies to make sure they didn’t chase any of the chickens. Now they both come in/out of the house as they want but spend a good amount of time outside. I ended up putting gps shock collars on them to keep them from going outside my property for now. I’m working on the fence now so they won’t need to collars anymore. Both breeds are known for wandering so it’s important you find a way to keep them contained. Mine are both about 2 yrs old now. They are great with chickens however they will chase smaller chicks when I 1st add anyone new to the flock but it usually just last a couple days and I keep an eye on them when introducing new chicks. They are very large dogs and stubborn to train. They are very intelligent but very stubborn. It’s important that you feed a good food with large breeds especially.I would start them on a large breed puppy food. They also need to be brushed often to maintain their coat. I had a coyote problem when I got mine and around 8 months of age he started to run them off. I haven’t seen a coyote in 6 months of more. They are barkers so if you have close neighbors they might not be a good choice. They like to bark most of the night. They are great with people as long as you socialize them early. I highly recommend either breed if you have the room for them.

So far he is so lazy. I brought him home today. For now the chickens have examined and pecked him with no reaction from him. I hope he stays this laid back. I'm doing a fi collar as recommended by someone here and a fenced area for him and the chickens.

 

[Nicci0110]

So far he is so lazy. I brought him home today. For now the chickens have examined and pecked him with no reaction from him. I hope he stays this laid back. I'm doing a fi collar as recommended by someone here and a fenced area for him and the chickens.

 

[Nicci0110]

I have an Anatolian Pyrenees & a Great Pyrenees. I got both as puppies around 10 weeks old. My property is 5 acres unfenced. When I got my puppies I left them outside for the first few weeks so they were around the chickens 24/7. I kept an eye on them as puppies to make sure they didn’t chase any of the chickens. Now they both come in/out of the house as they want but spend a good amount of time outside. I ended up putting gps shock collars on them to keep them from going outside my property for now. I’m working on the fence now so they won’t need to collars anymore. Both breeds are known for wandering so it’s important you find a way to keep them contained. Mine are both about 2 yrs old now. They are great with chickens however they will chase smaller chicks when I 1st add anyone new to the flock but it usually just last a couple days and I keep an eye on them when introducing new chicks. They are very large dogs and stubborn to train. They are very intelligent but very stubborn. It’s important that you feed a good food with large breeds especially.I would start them on a large breed puppy food. They also need to be brushed often to maintain their coat. I had a coyote problem when I got mine and around 8 months of age he started to run them off. I haven’t seen a coyote in 6 months of more. They are barkers so if you have close neighbors they might not be a good choice. They like to bark most of the night. They are great with people as long as you socialize them early. I highly recommend either breed if you have the room for them.

his name is Rooster

 

[StacyT]

That’s a good looking pup. I like his mask and colors.

They are really good dogs. Mine spends a lot of time laying around. Keep in mind they get really big so you need to make sure to stay the alpha of the pack.

 

[Nicci0110]

That’s a good looking pup. I like his mask and colors.

They are really good dogs. Mine spends a lot of time laying around. Keep in mind they get really big so you need to make sure to stay the alpha of the pack.

He is the laziest puppy i have ever owned. He let's my quaker parrot crawl all over him and the chickens pecked him and climbed all over him yesterday. My husband will definitely establish a dominance but it never works for me as I am super softspoken and even trying to sound authoritative sounds silly from me haha

 

[Nicci0110]

That’s a good looking pup. I like his mask and colors.

They are really good dogs. Mine spends a lot of time laying around. Keep in mind they get really big so you need to make sure to stay the alpha of the pack.

 

[Love Donkeys]

In my opinion, if you have to ask how to care or train an Anatolian Shepherd, you should not own one. They need to have an experienced owner. They are a large working dog that can weigh more than 120lbs. An Anatolia wants to be outside, they are independent, very protective and loyal, but they can be aggressive.

When we had our Meat Goat herd we used 4 Great Pyrenees as LGDs. They stayed out with the Goats 24/7, rain, shine, freezing temperatures, heat and humidity it didn't matter. They are 100% easier to handle than an Anatolia Shepherd would be.

 

[BigBlueHen53]

my opinion, if you have to ask how to care or train an Anatolian Shepherd, you should not own one. They need to have an experienced owner.

And how does one get experience? That's like looking for a job and being told come back when you have experience. Everyone has to start somewhere.

 

[AGeese]

In my opinion, if you have to ask how to care or train an Anatolian Shepherd, you should not own one. They need to have an experienced owner. They are a large working dog that can weigh more than 120lbs. An Anatolia wants to be outside, they are independent, very protective and loyal, but they can be aggressive.

When we had our Meat Goat herd we used 4 Great Pyrenees as LGDs. They stayed out with the Goats 24/7, rain, shine, freezing temperatures, heat and humidity it didn't matter. They are 100% easier to handle than an Anatolia Shepherd would be.View attachment 4046828

The males should get bigger than that. From what I understand not every Anatolian is a Kangal, but I and read the name has been changed back.