The Kurdish Mastiff, Assyrian Shepherd, or Pshdar dog is a dog landrace native to the mountainous Kurdistan Region in Iraq, especially the Pshdar region in Sulaymaniyah Governorate. This dog is often used as a livestock guardian against predators and number around a few thousand heads. They have been compared to the Kangal Dog and the Akbash.
Mountainous regions, particularly in the Kurdistan area in Iraq.
The Kurdish Mastiff is known for its protective instincts and is often used as a livestock guardian dog. It is well-adapted to the mountainous regions of Kurdistan, particularly in the Pshdar region. These dogs are rugged and resilient, capable of handling predators such as wolves and bears. They share similarities with other guardian breeds like the Kangal Dog and the Akbash.
Trainability
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