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The Akbash is a large, white breed of dog that originated in Turkey. These dogs are similar in looks to Great Pyreneeses and white Labrador Retrievers. However, this muscular breed is distinct in origin. Akbashes were originally bred by shepherds to guard livestock and have protective instincts. Given their breeding history, this breed tends to be gentle with friends and family but reserved with strangers. These dogs not only have high levels of endurance, but are also very intelligent and trainable. For this reason, they are commonly used as security dogs or in search and rescue missions. As a family companion, this breed requires plenty of exercise to stay mentally and physically healthy.
Temperament
Loyal, active, protective
Breed Fast Facts
75 - 140 lbs
Large
Low
High
Medium
10 to 12 years
Dogs having been living in California for as many as 14,000 years now, according to forensic evidence found in the region. As for the little islands off the coast of the United States’ third-largest state, Natives brought domesticated dogs there some 6,000 years as hunting companions. It’s possible that nearly all of those early dogs were replaced by European-bred species after the 17th century, except for the coyote—a member of the dog family! Today the Labrador Retriever is the most popular breed in California, followed by the French Bulldog and the German Shepherd.
In 2012, the town of Idyllwild, California elected a Golden Retriever named Max as its mayor.
Famous local pooches on Instagram include Tuna the Chiweenie, a rescue with an overbite and a big wardrobe.
Former Governor Arnold Schwarzenegger adopted a dog during the pandemic and named it after his character on Predator: Dutch.
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