Alert
Independent
Selfish
Controlled
Calm
Protective
Sensitive

Playful
Protective
Intelligent
Friendly
Responsive
Docile
Affectionate
Obedient
Loyal
Lively
Gentle
Social
Elegant
Hard working
Herding

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

Coshelties are heavy shedders, but regular brushing can help manage shedding and promote a healthy coat.

Choose a Kangal 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.

Coshelties aren't great guard dogs; they tend to just watch without taking action.

Turkey

United States

Mastiff-type

Shetland Sheepdog, Collie

American Canine Registry
America's Pet Registry
Continental Kennel Club
Dog Registry of America Inc.
National Kennel Club
United Kennel Club
American Canine Association, Inc.

ACHC = American Canine Hybrid Club
DDKC = Designer Dogs Kennel Club
DRA = Dog Registry of America, Inc.
IDCR = International Designer Canine Registry®

Ancient Times

2001

Brown
Amber

Brown

Black

Black

Gray
Fawn
Sable

Black
Brown
White
Red
Blue
Pied

Kangals have medium-length coats.

Coshelties have longer coats compared to most dogs.

A Kangal can have a litter of 12-15 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.

A Cosheltie can have a litter of 4-8 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.

Kangals have average adaptability to changes in lifestyle and living environments compared to other breeds.

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

Usually A Very Healthy Breed

Deafness
Von Willebrand's Disease
Patent Ductus Arteriosus
Collie Eye Anomaly (CEA)

Entropion
Hip Dysplasia

Progressive Retinal Atrophy
Cataracts
Hip Dysplasia

OFA
CERF
Yearly Physical Examination

X-Rays
MRI
CT Scan
Eye Examination
Ultrasound
Urinalysis
Blood Tests

Kangals are suitable for those with a balanced lifestyle as they have an average energy level.

Coshelties' high energy levels make them unsuitable for a low-key dog, choose accordingly.

Kangal is an antisocial breed that prefers solitude and may not be suitable for social households.

Cosheltie has very high social needs and requires regular mental and physical stimulation, a job or purpose, and companionship.

Kangal dogs are generally less vocal than other breeds and only bark when necessary, such as to alert their owner or communicate.

Coshelties bark moderately when necessary and may also bark due to certain triggers like fear, alarm, boredom, greeting, separation anxiety and compulsive barking.

Kangals are medium-energy dogs and typically enjoy socializing and playing casual or even sustained games of chase with other dogs. They may also have occasional periods of barking or racing around the house.

Coshelties are high-energy dogs. They need mental as well as physical exercise. These dogs require a lot of your involvement and without it they can, and will, become problematic dogs.

In general most Kangals usually need at least 45 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 Coshelties usually need at least 90 minutes of exercise daily. This can be spread across the day and include all sorts of high-energy activities, like walking, running and playing.

The Kangal requires an average amount of grooming compared to other breeds.

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

Kangal 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

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

Slicker Brush
Comb
Deshedder
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Slicker Brush
Comb
Nail Clipper

For an average 110-150 pound (50 - 68 kg) Kangal feed 4 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 22-30 pound (10 - 14 kg) Cosheltie feed 2.5 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 Kangal is somewhere $3.90 - $4.20 per day.

The average cost of a Cosheltie is somewhere $2.80 - $3.50 per day.

The average per month expenses of a Kangal is between $112 - $126. This makes an average of $1344 - $1512 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 a Cosheltie is between $84 - $105. This makes an average of $1008 - $1260 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.

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

Cosheltie is highly intelligent and very trainable.

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

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

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

Coshelties are good apartment dogs as long as they get enough exercise and stimulation outside of the apartment.

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

Coshelties make excellent family pets for kids due to their gentle, protective nature and calm temperament.

Kangals are average in their friendliness toward cats and tend to do well with them, especially if raised together.

Coshelties are very friendly with cats and make great companions for them.

Kangals are less friendly towards other dogs, but can improve with socialization.

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

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

Coshelties are a playful breed that needs daily playtime to be happy.

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

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