Gemma

Available

6 months- 2 years|Anatolian Shepherd|Female|Medium|Oklahoma City, OK

Gemma

Available

6 months- 2 years|Anatolian Shepherd|Female|Medium|Oklahoma City, OK

About Gemma

About Anatolian Shepherd Dogs

Anatolian Shepherds are large, powerful livestock guardian dogs from Turkey. They are calm and watchful, with a natural protective instinct that makes them excellent guardians of their family and property. Their rugged build and thick coat reflect thousands of years of working in harsh climates.

Adopting an Anatolian Shepherd means welcoming a loyal protector who is gentle with family but vigilant against threats. They are independent thinkers who require experienced owners who understand working dog breeds.

Temperament

LoyalIndependentProtectiveCalm

Size

Giant (80-150 lbs)

Exercise

Moderate

Good With

Kids, Dogs

Lifespan

11-13 years

Health notes: May develop hip dysplasia, entropion, and bloat. Their size means joint care is important throughout their life.

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Adopting in Oklahoma City, OK

Oklahoma City offers an affordable, spacious lifestyle that's perfect for pet owners. Local shelters have many wonderful animals looking for loving homes throughout the OKC metro area.

With wide open spaces, beautiful parks along the Oklahoma River, and the Myriad Botanical Gardens, OKC is a great place to start your pet adoption journey. Give a shelter pet the Oklahoma hospitality they deserve.

Local Climate & Pet Care

Winter

25°F to 50°F

Dec – Feb

Labs handle OKC winters well with their double coat. Lake Hefner and the Oklahoma River trails provide good exercise. Wind chill can be fierce on the open plains, so limit exposure on the coldest days.

Spring

42°F to 72°F

Mar – May

Tornado season is the biggest spring concern for Lab owners in Oklahoma City. Keep a pet emergency kit ready March through June. Between storms, the Myriad Botanical Gardens and trails offer great exercise.

Summer

68°F to 95°F

Jun – Aug

OKC’s hot summers require early morning walks only for active Labrador Retrievers. Hot pavement burns paw pads. Labs benefit from kiddie pools at home to cool off between shortened outdoor sessions.

Fall

45°F to 75°F

Sep – Nov

Fall is excellent for Labrador Retrievers in Oklahoma City. Lake Hefner trails and the Oklahoma River area offer ideal exercise conditions. Labs’ coats begin thickening for winter as plains winds pick up.