How much exercise does an Anatolian Shepherd need?

An adult Anatolian typically needs 45 to 60 minutes of activity a day, but the kind of activity matters more than the amount. These dogs are not ball chasers. They prefer steady walking, time outdoors in a large enclosed area, and the job of watching over a property. Many naturally walk the boundary several times a day and rest in between.

Fencing should be tall, solid and regularly checked, ideally at least 1.8 m (6 ft), and some owners bury wire along the base to discourage digging. Off-lead walks in open country are risky, because recall is often unreliable and the dog may challenge people or dogs it considers intruders. A long line in quiet areas gives freedom safely. Restlessness, digging and fence running are signs the dog needs more to do.