Akbash Dog Puppies for sale

The Akbash, also known as the Akbash Dog or Coban Kopegi, is a rare ancient breed native to western Turkey where it was developed by villagers to guard sheep from predators. These large, powerful dogs feature a thick double coat that is typically white or off-white in color, with a sturdy build and long legs that made them perfectly suited for livestock guardian work. The Akbash remained primarily in Turkey until the 1960s, with the first arriving in the United States in 1978 where a breeding program was established. While not recognized by the American Kennel Club, the United Kennel Club registered the breed in 1998 as part of the Guardian dog group.
True to their guard dog heritage, Akbash Dogs are loyal, fearless, and self-sufficient enough to recognize and respond to threats without human assistance, yet they are surprisingly docile and make loving, calm family companions who get along well with children. They are naturally cautious of outsiders and may become hostile toward unfamiliar dogs entering their territory, and they mature slowly with their puppy phase extending well into adulthood. These intelligent dogs have fairly low energy requirements, typically satisfied with a daily 30-minute walk plus mental stimulation, though their heavy-shedding double coat requires weekly brushing that increases to more frequent grooming during spring shedding season.