While no dogs are truly 100% hypoallergenic, Westons are about as close as it gets, making them an ideal pet if you are an allergy sufferer.

Unfortunately, the Anatolian Shepherd is not hypoallergenic, making it not a good choice for a dog lover who suffers from pet allergies.

Playful
Independent
Alert
Courageous
Intelligent
Friendly
Affectionate
Lively
Trainable
Vocal

Bold
Independent
Proud
Confident
Intelligent
Steady

Westons are low shedding dogs, requiring minimal coat care.

Anatolian Shepherds shed a lot of hair each year, so frequent brushing is essential for reducing shedding and maintaining coat health.

Westons are decent watchdogs - they'll alert their owner if something seems amiss.

Choose an Anatolian Shepherd if you want a top-notch watchdog. This breed takes guarding seriously, and may not require much training, though obedience or guard dog training can improve their skills.

Coton de Tulear and West Highland White Terrier

mastiff-type

Unknown

1800 BC

Brown

Brown

Black

Black

Brown
White
Cream
Black

White
Brindle
Fawn

Westons have longer coats compared to most dogs.

Anatolian Shepherds have medium-length coats.

A Weston can have a litter of 4-6 puppies on average. However, it's worth noting that the size of the litters can vary greatly. Factors that can influence litter size include the health of the mother, breeding history, and genetics.

An Anatolian Shepherd can have a litter of 10-13 puppies on average. However, it's worth noting that the size of the litters can vary greatly. Factors that can influence litter size include the health of the mother, breeding history, and genetics.

Westons are highly adaptable and versatile, making them excellent companions for families and individuals of all lifestyles.

Anatolian Shepherds may have difficulty adjusting to changes in lifestyle and living environments, preferring consistency.

Patellar Luxation
Eye Problems
Craniomandibular Osteopathy
Legg-Calve Perthes Disease

Hip And Elbow Dysplasia
Tongue Tie

Allergies
Hip Dysplasia

Entropion
Bloat
Hypothyroidism
Dental Disease
Patent Ductus Arteriosus

X-Rays
Physical Examination
Allergy Tests
Eye Examinations
Blood Tests
Hip and Knee

Heart
Thyroid Tests
X-Rays
Eye Examination
Dental Examination

Weston has above average social needs and thrives with interaction with humans and other dogs.

Anatolian Shepherd has below average social needs and is content with spending time alone.

Westons require significant physical activity and suit those with an active lifestyle.

Anatolian Shepherds need moderate physical activity and are great for families and active individuals.

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Weston, it's at least 6 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Anatolian Shepherd, it's at least 10 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

In general most Westons usually need at least 30 minutes of exercise daily. This can be spread across the day and include all sorts of high-energy activities, like walking, running and playing.

In general most Anatolian Shepherds usually need at least 60 minutes of exercise daily. This can be spread across the day and include all sorts of high-energy activities, like walking, running and playing.

Westons have high grooming needs, requiring regular trims and professional grooming assistance to keep their coat healthy.

The Anatolian Shepherd has low grooming needs and is easy to maintain.

Ideally, Weston should be brushed at least 2 or 3 times a week (preferably daily) improve shedding.

Anatolian Shepherd should be brushed at least once a week. Of course you can give them more frequent brushes if you find that they are still shedding a lot

Pin Brush
Dematter
Comb
Nail Clipper

Slicker Brush
Comb
Nail Clipper

For an average 12-18 pound (5 - 8 kg) Weston feed 1.8 cups daily. But, keep in mind, the amount you feed is going to be dependent on the quality of the food you are feeding.

For an average 110-140 pound (50 - 64 kg) Anatolian Shepherd feed 3 cups daily. But, keep in mind, the amount you feed is going to be dependent on the quality of the food you are feeding.

The average cost of a Weston is somewhere $1.00 - $1.40 per day.

The average cost of an Anatolian Shepherd is somewhere $2.10 - $2.70 per day.

The average per month expenses of a Weston is between $35 - $42. This makes an average of $420 - $504 per year. It will be on the higher side when the dog is still small because it will need more frequent visits to the vet, shots.

The average per month expenses of an Anatolian Shepherd is between $55 - $73. This makes an average of $660 - $876 per year. It will be on the higher side when the dog is still small because it will need more frequent visits to the vet, shots.

Westons are average in obedience intelligence but have a high IQ and may cause trouble if left unsupervised.

Anatolian Shepherd has below average obedience intelligence, but they excel in understanding human emotions.

This breed is sensitive to its environment and best suited for patient and understanding families with a consistent routine.

This breed is sensitive and requires gentle handling and a calm home environment.

The Weston is a great apartment dog, thriving with sufficient exercise and time outside as part of their daily routine.

The Anatolian Shepherd is not suitable for apartments and requires a large yard to thrive. Pent-up energy in small spaces can lead to destructive behavior.

Westons are good with kids if socialized and trained from a young age.

Anatolian Shepherds are not the best choice for families with kids.

Westons are good with cats, but early training is needed to prevent chasing behavior.

Anatolian Shepherds are somewhat cat friendly and can be trained to get along with cats.

Westons are friendly and active companions, and can be good family pets, though their friendliness towards other dogs may vary.

Anatolian Shepherds are not dog-friendly.

Westons are friendly but may bark at strangers, and training is easy due to their intelligence.

Anatolian Shepherds are not very stranger friendly.

Westons are very playful, so adopting an older one might be a better option for a more relaxed experience.

Anatolian Shepherds have an average level of playfulness, enjoying playtime like most dogs but not excessively so.

Westons are popular for their ease of training and quick learning ability.

Anatolian Shepherds are usually easy to train but require consistency to fully obey commands.