Anatolian Shepherd Dogs Available for Adoption in Woolwich, Maine

Introducing Aspen! She didn't want to sit still for pictures so it was hard to get a good one but the video shows you how sweet she is! Aspen came into the shelter with her siblings from a hoarding situation. She's lived outside much of her life and doesn't know how great it can be to be a member of a family. She's the most outgoing of her siblings, and, as a puppy, will come out of her shell even more quickly once she's in a loving home. She's around 4 months old and we believe she is possibly Anatolian Shepherd mixed with something else (she looks Heeler, some of her siblings look like they might have some Pyr), so will likely be on the larger side when full grown. As a puppy, she will need a family home more often than not and a family that is committed to all of the puppy things: potty training, crate training, leash training, basic commands, etc; She deserves a loving home where she is part of the family and gets to be included on family adventures and snuggle with her people at the end of the day. She is currently in AL but will be coming to Maine in mid-May.

If you think you might be interested in adopting Aspen or just want to get pre-approved to adopt through us, please fill out an application on our website. Approvals are valid for one year and you will not have the waiting period of an application if you see a dog that you like! Approved adopters are placed on our email list for each transport and receive our Google slides that we send to all pre-approved adopters before posting on Petfinder and our social media and are eligible to attend our meet and greet events.

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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