Livestock Guardian Dogs From The "Old Country"

Livestock Guardian Dogs From The Old Country LIVESTOCK DOGS “Dear Mr Wolf: Meet Your Match”
    We spotted that headline in an ad in a recent issue of Range magazine The advertiser: Cinco Deseos Ranch of Winnemucca Nevada which says it offers “serious livestock protection for serious predator problems”
     Spanish Mastiffs
Spanish Mastiffs originated in Spain Males range up to 38 in tall and weigh up to 260 lbs ; females range up to 35 in tall and weigh up to 220 lbs They have a noble bearing and detachment and are extremely courageous regal and alert They are not overly affectionate have a calm bearing are never hyper and are very protective and suspicious of strangers They’re friendly and accepting only after introduced although some never let their guard down They have a loud low rumbling roar of a bark Loose skin hangs in folds from the head and neck
Prices range from $800 to $1 500
     Turkish Boz
The Turkish Boz originated in the Urfa mountains region of Turkey Males are 32 to 38 in tall and average 140 to 240 lbs ; females are 29 to 33 in tall and average 115 to 150 lbs The Turkish Boz excels in defense against large predators such as wolves mountain lions and bears They’re extremely devoted to their owner and make superior family and home protection dogs In Turkey they’re heavily used to guard sheep
    Males sell for $1 200 to $1 700; females for $1 300 to $2 500 Breeder’s pick of litter pup male or female sells for $2 700     
     Pyrenean Mastiff
Pyrenean Mastiffs originated in Spain and weigh 130 to 180 lbs although some males can reach 200 lbs Unlike most large guard dogs which can be aloof the Pyrenean Mastiff has an extremely affectionate loving people-oriented temperament making him an ideal choice for the small family-run hobby farm or ranch as a combination livestock guardian and family companion A jovial breed very protective of its stock property and family yet very aggressive when threatened Suspicious of strangers until introduced
    Males and females sell for $800 to $1 200 Breeder’s pick of litter pup male or female sells for $1 500
    The ranch also sells several lower-priced Livestock Guard Dog crosses including Turkish Kangals crossed with Anatolian/Maremma and Great Pyrenees crossed with Great Pyrenees/Polish Tatra
    Contact: FARM SHOW Followup Brenda M Negri Cinco Deseos Ranch Winnemucca Nevada ph 775 931-0038 or 775 623-6292; lgdnevada@gmail com; www lgdnevada com                     

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