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There is no evidence about the origin of Malakli dogs. It was once thought to be a mix of English mastiff mixed and Kangal or Anatolian shepherd, but the [[American mastiff]] is that mix and presents a different appearance. Another possibility is that most shepherd dogs in the Caucasian-Anatolian area evolved from the same mastiff-like dog that is the ancestor of [[Caucasian Shepherd Dog]], [[Alabai]], Kangal, [[Akbash Dog|Akbash]], Anatolian shepherd and English mastiff |
There is no evidence about the origin of Malakli dogs. It was once thought to be a mix of English mastiff mixed and Kangal or Anatolian shepherd, but the [[American mastiff]] is that mix and presents a different appearance. Another possibility is that most shepherd dogs in the Caucasian-Anatolian area evolved from the same mastiff-like dog that is the ancestor of [[Caucasian Shepherd Dog]], [[Alabai]], Kangal, [[Akbash Dog|Akbash]], Anatolian shepherd and English mastiff. |
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[[File:Malakli puppy.jpg|thumb|right|Malakli puppy]] |
[[File:Malakli puppy.jpg|thumb|right|Malakli puppy]] |
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Aksaray malaklisi is a Molosser type, Livestock guardian dog. The breed originated from the middle Anatolian city of Aksaray, Turkey. Aksaray Malaklisi is the largest of the Anatolian shepherd dog breeds, superior to the famous kangal dog in size. Their name originates from the Turkish word used in Aksaray city "malak" meaning lip, and "malakli" meaning "with lips" due to the breeds black, dropped, notable lips.[1]
Appearance
Aksaray Malaklisi looks similar to the English mastiff and Kangal dog, despite some major appearance differences. The Kangal has thinner legs and body and the Aksaray has dropped lips. It has longer legs than an English mastiff and an athlethic body shape.[2]
Working dog
Aksaray Malaklisi is an instinctive guard dog. Malakli dogs are also used as livestock guard dogs. Malakli dogs are not recognized by any international or national kennel club.
Origins
There is no evidence about the origin of Malakli dogs. It was once thought to be a mix of English mastiff mixed and Kangal or Anatolian shepherd, but the American mastiff is that mix and presents a different appearance. Another possibility is that most shepherd dogs in the Caucasian-Anatolian area evolved from the same mastiff-like dog that is the ancestor of Caucasian Shepherd Dog, Alabai, Kangal, Akbash, Anatolian shepherd and English mastiff.
See also
References
- ^ "anasayfa". Aksaraymalaklisi.com. Retrieved 2013-05-30.
- ^ "Anadolu'nun en iri köpeği: Aksaray Malaklısı | Galeri". En son haber. Retrieved 2013-05-30.