Alexa - Anatolian Shepherd Dog for Adoption in Nashville, Tennessee

Alexa is an 18-month-old, 65-pound alleged Anatolian shepherd mix. It’s possible, but if there is an Anatolian in this family, nobody has kept in touch. Alexa is a very good girl with lovely manners and absolutely no interest in being the reason we have to have a staff meeting. She is quiet, a little shy and more inclined to observe the proceedings than organize them. If shenanigans are underway, Alexa did not start them and she would appreciate being left out of the investigation.

Her interests include petting, snacks and hanging out with her people. A good romp to shake out the wiggles is generally enough to clear her calendar for an afternoon of pleasant companionship. She does not need you to take up trail running and she would be perfectly happy if you sat down.

Alexa needs a fenced yard, a good dog friend and people who appreciate a dog who isn’t trying to turn every Tuesday into an event. She is good with other dogs and cats. Apartment life is not the right fit, but neither is a household expecting an endurance athlete. Give her room to play, a friendly canine or feline colleague and time to get comfortable, and you have a very lovely companion.

In another life, Alexa would be a library assistant with excellent attendance, a good book waiting at home and some shoegaze playing quietly in the background. She would know where everything belonged and politely decline an invitation to a loud bar. In this life, she is looking for kind people, a soft place to land and a dependable snack supply. There is a lot to be said for a dog whose primary ambition is to enjoy your company and stay out of trouble.

If you are interested in adopting this dog, please apply online, at https://bigfluffydogs.com/dog-adoption/ then email paige@bigfluffydogs.com. Our main website, www.bigfluffydogs.com has more information about us and the rescue process. Alexa is in Nashville but BFDR has established transport networks and foster homes across most of the eastern United States, so this dog can be safely and comfortably transported to approved adopters in your area.

NOTE TO EMAILERS FROM PETFINDER: UNLESS YOU FILL OUT AN APPLICATION, WE DO NOT KNOW YOU OFFICIALLY EXIST. Please be sure to do the application in addition to emailing the coordinator as the application will get a response.

All known information about an individual dog is provided in its listing. We do our best to provide accurate information, but adopters should understand that each home is different and the dog may behave differently in a new home. Dogs are creatures of their environment and you help make the dog what it will be.

The Anatolian Shepherd is a large and powerful ancient breed known for its loyalty, intelligence, and protective nature. Originating in Turkey, these dogs were bred to guard livestock from predators, showcasing their strong natural instincts. Anatolian Shepherds have a distinctive short double coat that comes in various colors, with a black mask common on their faces. They require early socialization and consistent training to manage their independent yet devoted temperament effectively.

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