Editor’s note: The kangal (pronounced khan-ghahl) is a breed of large livestock guarding dog originating from the city of Sivas in central Turkey.

Known to have a bite stronger than a lion’s, the Kangal dog breed is a force to be reckoned with. Originally bred in Turkey to work as a livestock guardian, this protective and loyal guard dog ...

Mountain lions, also known as cougars or pumas, are powerful predators. Yet, some dog breeds possess the courage, strength, and tenacity to stand their ground against such formidable creatures. In ...

Known to have a bite stronger than a lion’s, the Kangal dog breed is a force to be reckoned with. Originally bred in Turkey to work as a livestock guardian, this protective and loyal guard dog ...

Shepherd dogs of the "Sivas Kangal" breed, are seen at a breeding farm in Sivas, in the central Anatolian province of Turkey, some 450km east of the capital, Ankara, Thursday, Feb. 25, 2021.

A large white sheep dog from the cold mountains of Anatolia is a national symbol in Turkey. The Kangal is considered such an important cultural heritage that the Turkish government funds efforts ...

Kangal dogs look cute as puppies, but they need a lot of attention! (Bild: zvg) What's more, the dog was only allowed out at night; during the day, the poor animal had to spend her life confined ...

A DOG normally used to fight off wolves and bears in its native Turkey is on the loose in Croydon after savaging a teenage girl. The giant Turkish Kangal dog, which can weigh up to 12-stone and can… ...