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Aksaray Malaklisi
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The Aksaray Malaklısı or Malaklı Karabaş is a Turkish breed of large flock guardian dog from the Aksaray Province in central Anatolia.[1][2][3] It is also known as the Turkish Mastiff or the Anatolian Lion.[4]
It is recognized by the Turkish Dog Federation.[5] Some have been exported to other countries, where they are used either in their traditional rôle as flock guardians, or are kept as household guard dogs.[6][4]
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History
The Aksaray Malaklısı is named for the Aksaray Province in Central Anatolia.[4]
Genetic analysis has shown it to be a distinct breed from other Turkish livestock guardian dog breeds, including the Kangal, Akbash and Kars.[3][5]
Characteristics
The Aksaray Malaklısı usually stands between 70 and 85 centimetres (28 and 33 in) at the withers and weighs between 60 and 85 kilograms (130 and 185 lb),[5] with a body length of some 79 and 83 centimetres (31 and 33 in).[1] It is usually grey in colour with a black mask; the coat is short. The head and ears are large, the jowls are pendulous, and the tail is straight.[1][2][3] The "malakli" part of the breed name is said to be due to their pendulous jowls.[2][3]
The dogs only obey commands from the master, and can be aggressive with other people. They typically do not tolerate working with other dogs of the same sex.[3]
Their lifespan is 13–15 years.[3][failed verification]
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Use
The Aksaray Malaklısı is used in its homeland to protect flocks of sheep from predators, especially wolves. A pair of the dogs – always a dog and a bitch – can protect some 700-800 sheep.[3][page needed]
Some have been exported to other countries, where they are used either in their traditional rôle as flock guardians, or are kept as household guard dogs.[7]
References
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