WORKING DOGS FIRST

The Turkish Boz Shepherd exists because of function.

The breed was not created for appearance, competition, or companionship.

It was created to work.

Function always comes before looks.

What Defines a True Livestock Guardian Dog

A true livestock guardian dog bonds naturally to territory and stock, defends without human direction, shows natural suspicion toward threats, operates independently, and possesses strong survival instincts.

These traits cannot be trained into a dog.

They must be inherited.

Predator Pressure and Real-World Work

Real guardian genetics are created where real danger exists.

Wolves

Jackals

Bears

Large cats

Human thieves

These pressures shape nerve, courage, and decision-making.

Comfortable environments do not.

Why Looks Alone Mean Nothing

Large size does not equal working ability.

Pretty structure does not equal nerve.

Color does not equal quality.

Only function proves genetic value.

Nerve Strength, Endurance, and Decision Making

Elite guardians demonstrate calmness under stress, willingness to engage when necessary, endurance for long patrols, and independent judgment.

These traits determine whether a dog survives and reproduces.

Why Working Dogs Create Strong Genetics

Only working dogs are naturally selected.

Weak dogs fail.

Strong dogs reproduce.

This is how the Boz Shepherd was created.

This is how it must be preserved.