The Rottweiler is thought to be one of the oldest dog breeds. Its origin dates back to Roman times. These dogs were kept as herder or driving dogs. They marched over the Alps with the Roman legions, ...

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 can ...

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. The breed is not used for herding, but to defend ...