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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
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Low
High
Medium
10 to 12 years
Love to dine out with your dog? Missouri is the place to be! Thanks to the friendly restaurateurs of the Show-Me State, you and your doggy are welcome to enjoy the outdoor seating sections of multiple cafés, wineries, delis, burger joints and doughnut shops. Pups can run, play and swim at the Garth Nature Area in Columbia, or socialize and get some fresh air at off-leash dog parks across the state. Outdoorsy dogs and their families can also set up camp at St. Louis West Historic Route 66 KOA, The Family Campground on Buren River, Mark Twain Cave Campground and many other idyllic natural landscapes throughout Missouri.
Missouri’s favourite dog breed is the Rottweiler.
Missouri’s Jim the Wonder Dog was famous in the 1920s for his apparent psychic powers and keen intellect.
Old Drum is Missouri’s official Historical Dog, having been the subject of a moving speech, “Eulogy of the Dog,” in 1870.
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