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Estrela Mountain Dog vs Anatolian Shepherd Dog vs Kangal Dog Comparison - Dog breed selector: Cao da Serra da Estrela or Kangal Dog or Kangal Shepherd Dog? Find the right dog for you

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Name Estrela Mountain Dog Anatolian Shepherd Dog Kangal Dog
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Other Names
What other names do they have?
Cao da Serra da Estrela
Portuguese Shepherd
Kangal Dog
Kara Bas
Karabash Dog
Kham Kepiji Dogs
Scandinavian Nygaard Dogs
Coban Kopegi
Kangal Shepherd Dog
Sivas Kangal
Turkish Kangal
Kangal Coban Kopegi
Breed Type
Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Estrela Mountain Dog vs Anatolian Shepherd Dog vs Kangal Dog breed type comparison:
Purebred Purebred Purebred

Estrela Mountain Dog vs Anatolian Shepherd Dog vs Kangal Dog Size and Weight Comparison

Size
Which is bigger, Estrela Mountain Dog or Anatolian Shepherd Dog or Kangal Dog? Which is the smallest dog, Estrela Mountain Dog or Anatolian Shepherd Dog or Kangal Dog?
Giant Large Giant
Weight
Which is heavier, Estrela Mountain Dog or Anatolian Shepherd Dog or Anatolian Shepherd Dog? Estrela Mountain Dog vs Anatolian Shepherd Dog vs Kangal Dog weight comparison:
Male: 99–132 pounds (45-60 kg), Female: 77–99 pounds (35-45 kg) Male: 100-150 pounds (45-68 kg), Female: 90-130 pounds (41-59 kg) Male: 110-145 pounds (50-66 kg), Female: 90-120 pounds (41-54 kg)
Average Weight
Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?
Male: 115.5 pounds (52.5 kg), Female: 88 pounds (40 kg) Male: 125 pounds (56.5 kg), Female: 110 pounds (50 kg) Male: 127.5 pounds (58 kg), Female: 105 pounds (47.5 kg)
Height
Which is taller, Estrela Mountain Dog or Anatolian Shepherd Dog or Kangal Dog? Estrela Mountain Dog vs Anatolian Shepherd Dog vs Kangal Dog height comparison:
Male: 25–30 inches (63.5-76 kg) Female: 24–28 inches (61-71 cm) Male: 28-30 inches (71-76 cm), Female: 26-28 inches (66-71 cm) Male: 30-32 inches (77-86 cm), Female: 28-30 inches (72-77 cm)
Average Height
Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?
Male: 27.5 inches (70 cm), Female: 26 inches (66 cm) Male: 29 inches (73.5 cm), Female: 27 inches (68.5 cm) Male: 31 inches (81.5 cm), Female: 29 inches (74.5 cm)

Estrela Mountain Dog vs Anatolian Shepherd Dog vs Kangal Dog Price and Availability Comparison

Price
Which is cheaper, Estrela Mountain Dog or Anatolian Shepherd Dog or Kangal Dog? Which is more expensive?
Unknown $500-$600 $600-$800
Availability
Which is easier to get, Estrela Mountain Dog or Anatolian Shepherd Dog or Kangal Dog?
Rare: You may rarely see each other in everyday life, but you might catch a glimpse of each other at dog shows.
Very frequent: The Anatolian Shepherd Dog is quite easy to get.
Rare: You may rarely see each other in everyday life, but you might catch a glimpse of each other at dog shows.

Estrela Mountain Dog vs Anatolian Shepherd Dog vs Kangal Dog Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank
Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Estrela Mountain Dog vs Anatolian Shepherd Dog vs Kangal Dog intelligence:
Smart: The Estrela Mountain Dog dogs have great intelligence.
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Low to average: This canine intelligence is not the brightest one.
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Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it.
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Trainability
Estrela Mountain Dog vs Anatolian Shepherd Dog vs Kangal Dog trainability comparison.
Estrela Mountain Dog dogs are quite easy to train.
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Anatolian Shepherd Dog dogs are quite easy to train.
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Kangal Dog dogs are quite easy to train.
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Watchdog Ability
Which is the better watchdog: Estrela Mountain Dog or Anatolian Shepherd Dog or Kangal Dog?
Estrela Mountain Dog dogs are one of the best watchdogs.
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Anatolian Shepherd Dog dogs are one of the best watchdogs.
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Kangal Dog dogs are one of the best watchdogs.
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Guarding Behavior / Territorial
Which is a better guard dog Estrela Mountain Dog or Anatolian Shepherd Dog or Kangal Dog? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?
Estrela Mountain Dog dogs are extremely protective guard dogs.
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Anatolian Shepherd Dog dogs are extremely protective guard dogs.
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Kangal Dog dogs are extremely protective guard dogs.
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Estrela Mountain Dog vs Anatolian Shepherd Dog vs Kangal Dog Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament
Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Estrela Mountain Dog or Anatolian Shepherd Dog or Kangal Dog? Estrela Mountain Dog vs Anatolian Shepherd Dog vs Kangal Dog behavior/temperament comparison:
Stubborn
Dignified
Protective
Alert
Loyal
Keen
Suspicious
Independent
Intelligent
Confident
Bold
Proud
Steady
Independent
Protective
Alert
Sensitive
Selfish
Calm
Controlled
Sensitivity Level
Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?
They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds.
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They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds.
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They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds.
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Affection Level
Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Estrela Mountain Dog vs Anatolian Shepherd Dog vs Kangal Dog?
Average to High: Estrela Mountain Dog dogs are highly affectionate dogs.
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Slightly Below Average: Anatolian Shepherd Dog dogs may seem unfriendly sometimes due to their independence.
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High: Kangal Dog dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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Social Needs
Estrela Mountain Dog vs Anatolian Shepherd Dog vs Kangal Dog social needs comparison:
Estrela Mountain Dog dogs need for social interaction is average.
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Anatolian Shepherd Dog dogs are kinda antisocial.
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Kangal Dog dogs are known to be antisocial.
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Impulse to Wander or Roam
Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?
Estrela Mountain Dog dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world.
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The wanderlust potential of the Anatolian Shepherd Dog is strong enough to escape from home.
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Kangal Dog dogs have average wanderlust potential.
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Prey Drive
Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?
Their prey drive is low.
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Anatolian Shepherd Dog dogs have low to an average impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals.
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Kangal Dog dogs have an average prey drive, which means that they don't have a high impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals, but it might happen.
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Estrela Mountain Dog vs Anatolian Shepherd Dog vs Kangal Dog Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness
Estrela Mountain Dog vs Anatolian Shepherd Dog vs Kangal Dog playfulness comparison:
The Estrela Mountain Dog is a playful breed.
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Average: Anatolian Shepherd Dogs, like any other dog breed, like playing.
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Average: Kangal Dogs, like any other dog breed, like playing.
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Barking
Which dog barks more/less: Estrela Mountain Dog vs Anatolian Shepherd Dog vs Kangal Dog?
A lot: Estrela Mountain Dog is a particularly loud breed.
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Average: The Anatolian Shepherd Dog barks occasionally.
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Low to Average: The Kangal Dog rarely barks.
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Apartment Friendly
Which dog is more apartment friendly Estrela Mountain Dog or Anatolian Shepherd Dog or Kangal Dog?
It is not recommended to keep the Estrela Mountain Dog breed in the home.
Not an apartment-friendly dog the Anatolian Shepherd Dog breed.
Not an apartment-friendly dog the Kangal Dog breed.

Estrela Mountain Dog vs Anatolian Shepherd Dog vs Kangal Dog Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Adaptability
Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?
Estrela Mountain Dog dogs adapt well to lifestyle changes and different living environments.
Anatolian Shepherd Dog dogs don't adapt well to lifestyle changes and different living environments.
Average: Kangal Dog dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.
Tolerates Being Left Alone
Which dog can be left alone: Estrela Mountain Dog or Anatolian Shepherd Dog or Kangal Dog?
Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.
Anatolian Shepherd Dog dogs handle alone time quite well.
Kangal Dog dogs love being alone, they need their own free time.

Estrela Mountain Dog vs Anatolian Shepherd Dog vs Kangal Dog Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI
Which bite is stronger: Estrela Mountain Dog or Anatolian Shepherd Dog or Kangal Dog?

Above 400 PSI 🔼

Estrela Mountain Dog bite force: The Strongest.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Anatolian Shepherd Dog bite force: Ordinary.

Above 400 PSI 🔼

Kangal Dog bite force: The Strongest.
Biting Potential
Which breed of dog is most likely to bite? Biting potential comparison:

Low 🔽

The Estrela Mountain Dog has a low chance of biting somebody.

High 🔼

The Anatolian Shepherd Dog has a high chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

The Kangal Dog has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness
Which is the better dog? Estrela Mountain Dog vs Anatolian Shepherd Dog vs Kangal Dog mouthiness comparison:
Estrela Mountain Dog dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Anatolian Shepherd Dog dogs have a lower than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Kangal Dog dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Estrela Mountain Dog vs Anatolian Shepherd Dog vs Kangal Dog Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues
Estrela Mountain Dog vs Anatolian Shepherd Dog vs Kangal Dog health comparison. Which is the healthier: Estrela Mountain Dog vs Anatolian Shepherd Dog vs Kangal Dog?
Very healthy dog breed.
Anatolian Shepherd Dogs are commonly healthy dogs.
The Kangal Dog is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
Health Problems
Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Estrela Mountain Dog vs Anatolian Shepherd Dog vs Kangal Dog? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Estrela Mountain Dog vs Anatolian Shepherd Dog vs Kangal Dog health problems comparison:
No data available No data available Fatty Tumors
Veterinarian Visits
Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?
Rare
The Estrela Mountain Dog should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).
Rare
The Anatolian Shepherd Dog should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).
Average
The Kangal Dog should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Life Expectancy
Estrela Mountain Dog vs Anatolian Shepherd Dog vs Kangal Dog lifespan comparison. How long do Estrela Mountain Dog, Anatolian Shepherd Dog and Kangal Dog breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?
10-14 years
The average lifespan of Estrela Mountain Dog: 12 years
9-13 years
The average lifespan of Anatolian Shepherd Dog: 11 years
11-15 years
The average lifespan of Kangal Dog: 13 years
Weather and Climate
Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Estrela Mountain Dog vs Anatolian Shepherd Dog vs Kangal Dog?
Prefers cold weather
The Estrela Mountain Dog can adapt well to harsh weather conditions, and also can be a good mountain dog.
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Prefers cold weather
The Anatolian Shepherd Dog can adapt well to harsh weather conditions, and also can be a good mountain dog.
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Tolerates warm and cold weather
Dogs that tolerate hot and cold weather are typically those that have a double coat of fur.
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Estrela Mountain Dog vs Anatolian Shepherd Dog vs Kangal Dog Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level
Who has more energy a Estrela Mountain Dog or Anatolian Shepherd Dog or Kangal Dog? Estrela Mountain Dog vs Anatolian Shepherd Dog vs Kangal Dog energy level comparison:
Estrela Mountain Dog dogs are high-energy dogs.
Anatolian Shepherd Dog dogs have an average energy level, so if you live a semi-active life, this breed can be a good choice for you.
Kangal Dog dogs have an average energy level, so if you live a semi-active life, this breed can be a good choice for you.
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need
Estrela Mountain Dog vs Anatolian Shepherd Dog vs Kangal Dog exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Estrela Mountain Dog or Anatolian Shepherd Dog or Kangal Dog? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?
Estrela Mountain Dog dogs need quite a lot of exercise.
Anatolian Shepherd Dog dogs have an average exercise need.
Kangal Dog dogs have an average exercise need.
Sleeping Need
Which one sleeps the least/most: Estrela Mountain Dog or Anatolian Shepherd Dog or Kangal Dog?
Estrela Mountain Dog dogs don't need too much sleep.
Anatolian Shepherd Dog dogs sleep 12-14 hours a day as an average dog and they're not considered a lazy breed.
Kangal Dog dogs sleep 12-14 hours a day as an average dog and they're not considered a lazy breed.

Estrela Mountain Dog vs Anatolian Shepherd Dog vs Kangal Dog Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption
Which dog eats more: Estrela Mountain Dog or Anatolian Shepherd Dog or Kangal Dog?
6 to 8 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals. 4 to 7 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals. 8 to 10 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals
Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity
Which dog breed is more prone to obesity? Estrela Mountain Dog vs Anatolian Shepherd Dog vs Kangal Dog weight gain potential comparison:
High: The Estrela Mountain Dog breed has a strong tendency to be overweight.
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Average: The Anatolian Shepherd Dog has an average risk for obesity.
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Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Kangal Dog's weight, he can easily gain weight.
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Estrela Mountain Dog vs Anatolian Shepherd Dog vs Kangal Dog Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types
What type of coat/fur do they have? Estrela Mountain Dog vs Anatolian Shepherd Dog vs Kangal Dog coat comparison:
Wavy
Thick
Coarse
Fine Dense
Double
Colors
What are the original Estrela Mountain Dog, Anatolian Shepherd Dog and Kangal Dog color?
Fawn
Yellow
Wolf Gray
Red
Blue
White
Fawn
Brindle
Biscuit
Liver
Black
Gray
Cream
Grooming
Which dog is easy to maintain, Estrela Mountain Dog or Anatolian Shepherd Dog or Kangal Dog? Estrela Mountain Dog vs Anatolian Shepherd Dog vs Kangal Dog grooming comparison:
Average: The Estrela Mountain Dog requires average grooming effort.
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Easy to groom: The Anatolian Shepherd Dog doesn't require a lot of grooming.
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Average: The Kangal Dog requires average grooming effort.
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Shedding Level
Who sheds more Estrela Mountain Dog or Anatolian Shepherd Dog or Kangal Dog? Estrela Mountain Dog or Anatolian Shepherd Dog or {name3 shedding:
Estrela Mountain Dog dogs shed moderately.
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Anatolian Shepherd Dog dogs are heavy shedders.
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Kangal Dog dogs are heavy shedders.
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Bath Time / Bathing Frequency
Which dog should be bathed more: Estrela Mountain Dog or Anatolian Shepherd Dog or Kangal Dog?
6-8 weeks
Rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one.
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3-4 weeks
More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds.
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3-4 weeks
More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds.
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Hypoallergenic
Estrela Mountain Dog vs Anatolian Shepherd Dog vs Kangal Dog hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?
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Stinkiness
Which dog breed smells the least? Which dog smells the most? Which is best, Estrela Mountain Dog vs Anatolian Shepherd Dog vs Kangal Dog?

Medium

The Estrela Mountain Dog has an average chance of bad smell.

Medium

The Anatolian Shepherd Dog has an average chance of bad smell.

Medium

The Kangal Dog has an average chance of bad smell.
Drooling Tendency
Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least?
The Estrela Mountain Dog is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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The Anatolian Shepherd Dog is an average drooler.
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The Kangal Dog drools quite a lot, so if you dislike being covered by slobber spots on your clothes, you may want to choose another dog breed.
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Estrela Mountain Dog vs Anatolian Shepherd Dog vs Kangal Dog Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly
Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?
Estrela Mountain Dog dogs usually don’t get on well with other pets.
Anatolian Shepherd Dog dogs usually don’t get on well with other pets.
Kangal Dog dogs are generally with other pets.
Stranger Friendly
Which dog is more stranger friendly Estrela Mountain Dog or Anatolian Shepherd Dog or Kangal Dog? Which dog is more friendly?
Estrela Mountain Dog dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.
Anatolian Shepherd Dog dogs are not stranger friendly dogs.
Kangal Dog dogs are average friendly towards strangers.
Child Friendly
Which dog is more child/kid friendly Estrela Mountain Dog or Anatolian Shepherd Dog or Kangal Dog?
Estrela Mountain Dog dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
Anatolian Shepherd Dog dogs are not the most kid-friendly dogs.
Kangal Dog dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
Cat Friendly
Which dog is more cat friendly Estrela Mountain Dog or Anatolian Shepherd Dog or Kangal Dog?
Estrela Mountain Dog dogs are not the most cat-friendly dogs.
Anatolian Shepherd Dog dogs are not the most cat-friendly dogs.
Kangal Dog dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Dog Friendly
Which dog is more dog friendly Estrela Mountain Dog or Anatolian Shepherd Dog or Kangal Dog?
Estrela Mountain Dog dogs are dog-friendly dogs.
Anatolian Shepherd Dog dogs are not dog-friendly.
Kangal Dog dogs are not the most dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners
Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Estrela Mountain Dog vs Anatolian Shepherd Dog vs Kangal Dog?
Yes
Estrela Mountain Dog dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
No
Anatolian Shepherd Dog dogs are not good for novice owners, due to their stubborn personality.
Yes
Kangal Dog dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Office Friendly
Which one fits better in the office?
No
Estrela Mountain Dog is not the best dog breed for office environment.
No
Anatolian Shepherd Dog is not the best dog breed for office environment.
No
Kangal Dog is not the best dog breed for office environment.
Senior Citizens Friendly
Which dog is good for elderly people?
Estrela Mountain Dogs are one of the best breeds for elderly people.
Anatolian Shepherd Dogs are not the best breed for elderly people.
Kangal Dogs are usually recommended for elderly people.

Estrela Mountain Dog vs Anatolian Shepherd Dog vs Kangal Dog As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog
Which one could be a service dog?

Not really

This breed generally not used as a service dog.
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Not really

This breed generally not used as a service dog.
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Not really

This breed generally not used as a service dog.
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Therapy Dog
Which one could be a therapy dog: Estrela Mountain Dog or Anatolian Shepherd Dog or Kangal Dog? Which is better for autism?

Not really

This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog.
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Not really

This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog.
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Not really

This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog.
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Detection Dog or Sniffer Dog
Which one could be a detection/sniffer dog?

Not really

They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases.

Not really

They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases.

Not really

They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases.
Search and Rescue Dog (SAR)
Which one could be a search and rescue dog?

Not really

This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog.

Not really

This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog.

Not really

This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog.
Boat and Sailor Dog
Which one could be a boat dog: Estrela Mountain Dog vs Anatolian Shepherd Dog vs Kangal Dog?

Not really

Estrela Mountain Dog breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.
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Not really

Anatolian Shepherd Dog breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.
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Not really

Kangal Dog breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.
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Cart Pulling or Drafting Dog
Which one could be a cart pulling or drafting dog?

Yes

A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling.
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Yes

A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling.
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Yes

A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling.
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Fighting Dog / Military Dog

Not really

In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.

Not really

In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.

Yes

In history, this breed was unfortunately used for combat dogs.

Estrela Mountain Dog vs Anatolian Shepherd Dog vs Kangal Dog Reproducibility Comparison

Gestation Length 60-64 days See more. 60-64 days See more. 60-64 days See more.
Litter Frequency

Once a year.

More frequent breeding is not healthy.
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Once a year.

More frequent breeding is not healthy.
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Once a year.

More frequent breeding is not healthy.
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Litter Size
How many puppies can Estrela Mountain Dog and Anatolian Shepherd Dog and Kangal Dog have?
7-8 puppies 5-10 puppies 5-10 puppies

Estrela Mountain Dog vs Anatolian Shepherd Dog vs Kangal Dog Recognition Comparison

AKC Group
Which dog is recognized by the AKC?
Not recognized by the American Kennel Club. Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1996 as a Working breed. Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.
FCI Group
Which dog is recognized by the FCI?
Recognized by FCI in the Pinscher and Schnauzer - Molossoid and Swiss Mountain and Cattledogs group, in the Molossian type section. Not recognized by FCI. Not recognized by FCI.
Breed Recognition
What other organizations and kennel clubs recognize these dog breeds?
No data available No data available American Canine Registry
America's Pet Registry
Dog Registry of America Inc.
American Canine Association, Inc.
Continental Kennel Club
National Kennel Club
United Kennel Club

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