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Bar JO Homestead Life
Welcome to Bar JO Homestead's blog space! Our blog is dedicated to sharing our love for Anatolian dogs and our passion for homesteading. Here, we will share valuable tips, insights, and stories that reflect our journey and experiences in both fields. Join us as we share the beauty of homesteading and more about the magnificent Anatolian breed.
Tips for Anatolian-Owners
We’ve been raising and training Anatolians since 2016. As you can imagine, we’ve made many mistakes along the way, but we've also discovered a few things that have transformed how we train and manage them. In this article, we want to share our nine biggest tips.
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Apr 219 min read
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How to care for an Anatolian
Have you ever wondered how to maintain your Anatolian? In this article, we will cover 3 important aspects of caring for your guardian: grooming requirements, exercise needs, and vet visits.
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Apr 143 min read
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Training Anatolians: How to Train an Anatolian
We hope this encouraged and helped any inspiring Anatolian owners. Regardless of what training method you choose, beginning early, and stayi
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Apr 79 min read
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Setting Expectations & Boundries: The key to a successful Anatolian ownership
Taking the time to know your breed, set expectations, and set boundaries are building blocks for success, which will lead to success.
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Mar 314 min read
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Feeding Anatolian Shepherds: What Should I Feed My Anatolian and How Should I Feed It?
We hope this article provides more insight on what to feed and how to go about it.
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Mar 245 min read
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Fencing for Anatolian Shepherds: Invisible vs Physical Fence
Fencing for Anatolian Shepherds or livestock guardian dogs
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Mar 174 min read
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Male V.s. Female Anatolians: Which One Is Better?
When we purchased our first Anatolian 9 years ago we requested “the largest male in the litter.” We wanted the intimidating-looking...
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Mar 54 min read
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Our Upcoming 2026 litter!
Learn about Bar JO's 2026 Anatolian Puppy plans!
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Mar 32 min read
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The Anatolian Shepherd Dog: Essential Information for Prospective Owners
We have owned Anatolians since 2016. In this article, we will explore the history, traits, lifestyle and more about the Anatolian Shepherd.
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Oct 2, 20243 min read
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Our Livestock Guardian Dogs: The most integral part of our homestead
Before owning Anatolians our property, livestock, and kids were never safe. After owning our dogs we havn't had a predator problem since.
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Jun 9, 20242 min read
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The Importance of Responsible Dog Breeding
Discover why responsible breeding is crucial for preserving the Anatolian Shepherd breed. Learn how responsible Anatolian Shepherd breeders
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May 18, 20244 min read
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OFA and PennHIP Testing: Why It Is Important.
Discover what simple thing can save dog owners thousands of dollars.
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Sep 6, 20234 min read
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