Bold
Independent
Proud
Confident
Intelligent
Steady

Active
Loving
Protective
Alert
Courageous
Intelligent
Friendly
Affectionate
Loyal
Outright
Tempered
Good-natured
Companionable
Spirited

Anatolian Shepherds shed a lot of hair each year, so frequent brushing is essential for reducing shedding and maintaining coat health.

Mini Australian Shepterriers are low shedding dogs, requiring minimal coat care.

Choose an Anatolian Shepherd if you want a top-notch watchdog. This breed takes guarding seriously, and may not require much training, though obedience or guard dog training can improve their skills.

Avoid Mini Australian Shepterriers as watchdogs - they're not effective.

Turkey

United States

mastiff-type

Australian Terrier, Miniature Australian Shepherd

1800 BC

2000s

Brown

Blue
Hazel
Brown
Amber

Black

Black
Brown

White
Brindle
Fawn

Blue
Red
Black
Silver
Brindle
Fawn

Anatolian Shepherds have medium-length coats.

Mini Australian Shepterriers are known for their coat length.

An Anatolian Shepherd can have a litter of 10-13 puppies on average. However, it's worth noting that the size of the litters can vary greatly. Factors that can influence litter size include the health of the mother, breeding history, and genetics.

A Mini Australian Shepterrier can have a litter of 3-6 puppies on average. However, it's worth noting that the size of the litters can vary greatly. Factors that can influence litter size include the health of the mother, breeding history, and genetics.

Anatolian Shepherds may have difficulty adjusting to changes in lifestyle and living environments, preferring consistency.

Mini Australian Shepterriers are highly adaptable and versatile, making them excellent companions for families and individuals of all lifestyles.

Hip And Elbow Dysplasia
Tongue Tie

Canine Hip Dysplasia

Entropion
Bloat
Hypothyroidism
Dental Disease
Patent Ductus Arteriosus

Progressive Retinal Atrophy
Retinal Dysplasia

Heart
Thyroid Tests
X-Rays
Eye Examination
Dental Examination

Optical Examination
Blood And Urine Analysis
Regular Full Physical Examination By Veterinarian

Anatolian Shepherd has below average social needs and is content with spending time alone.

Mini Australian Shepterrier has above average social needs and thrives with interaction with humans and other dogs.

Anatolian Shepherds need moderate physical activity and are great for families and active individuals.

Mini Australian Shepterriers need only a small amount of physical activity, ideal for busy or elderly people or those with limited space.

Anatolian Shepherds have moderate energy levels and typical sleep patterns of 12-14 hours per day.

Mini Australian Shepterriers are active and require sufficient sleep to stay healthy.

Anatolian Shepherds bark moderately when necessary and may also bark due to certain triggers like fear, alarm, boredom, greeting, separation anxiety and compulsive barking.

Mini Australian Shepterriers are typically quiet and only bark when needed, such as to alert their owner or when in distress.

Anatolian Shepherds are medium-energy dogs and typically enjoy socializing and playing casual or even sustained games of chase with other dogs. They may also have occasional periods of barking or racing around the house.

Mini Australian Shepterriers are high-energy dogs. They need mental as well as physical exercise. These dogs require a lot of your involvement and without it they can, and will, become problematic dogs.

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Anatolian Shepherd, it's at least 10 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Mini Australian Shepterrier, it's at least 14 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

In general most Anatolian Shepherds usually need at least 60 minutes of exercise daily. This can be spread across the day and include all sorts of high-energy activities, like walking, running and playing.

In general most Mini Australian Shepterriers usually need at least 90 minutes of exercise daily. This can be spread across the day and include all sorts of high-energy activities, like walking, running and playing.

The Anatolian Shepherd has low grooming needs and is easy to maintain.

The Mini Australian Shepterrier requires an average amount of grooming compared to other breeds.

Slicker Brush
Comb
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Slicker Brush
Deshedder
Nail Clipper

For an average 110-140 pound (50 - 64 kg) Anatolian Shepherd feed 3 cups daily. But, keep in mind, the amount you feed is going to be dependent on the quality of the food you are feeding.

For an average 15-35 pound (7 - 16 kg) Mini Australian Shepterrier feed 2 cups daily. But, keep in mind, the amount you feed is going to be dependent on the quality of the food you are feeding.

The average cost of an Anatolian Shepherd is somewhere $2.10 - $2.70 per day.

The average cost of a Mini Australian Shepterrier is somewhere $1.70 - $2.00 per day.

The average per month expenses of an Anatolian Shepherd is between $55 - $73. This makes an average of $660 - $876 per year. It will be on the higher side when the dog is still small because it will need more frequent visits to the vet, shots.

The average per month expenses of a Mini Australian Shepterrier is between $35 - $49. This makes an average of $420 - $588 per year. It will be on the higher side when the dog is still small because it will need more frequent visits to the vet, shots.

Anatolian Shepherd has below average obedience intelligence, but they excel in understanding human emotions.

Mini Australian Shepterriers are average in obedience intelligence but have a high IQ and may cause trouble if left unsupervised.

The Anatolian Shepherd is not suitable for apartments and requires a large yard to thrive. Pent-up energy in small spaces can lead to destructive behavior.

Mini Australian Shepterriers are good apartment dogs as long as they get enough exercise and stimulation outside of the apartment.

Anatolian Shepherds are not the best choice for families with kids.

Mini Australian Shepterriers make excellent family pets for kids due to their gentle, protective nature and calm temperament.

Anatolian Shepherds are not dog-friendly.

Mini Australian Shepterriers are less friendly towards other dogs, but can improve with socialization.

Anatolian Shepherds are not very stranger friendly.

Mini Australian Shepterriers are averagely friendly around strangers but benefit from early socialisation.

Anatolian Shepherds have an average level of playfulness, enjoying playtime like most dogs but not excessively so.

Mini Australian Shepterriers are very playful, so adopting an older one might be a better option for a more relaxed experience.

Anatolian Shepherds are usually easy to train but require consistency to fully obey commands.

The Mini Australian Shepterrier is highly intelligent and eager to please, making it a great choice for both novice and experienced dog owners due to its easy trainability.