I would like to share my experience with the Boz breed in light of this discussion. I have raised Kangals for 6 years, so have exposure to the LGD, along with several other breeds. Also having breed many other types of animals, understand that occasionally one might come out not right. Dosent mean bad breeding, dangerous bloodlines, etc,etc. Being a RN, I know that many factors can affect an animals body or mind. As well as humans. Oxygen deprivation in birth, viral attack and damage to nervous system, hormonal system disease, or many other physical assaults to the body that have nothing to do with genetics. When one out of hundreds shows a weakness, why do so many cry bad breeding. This is life. Look at the humans that are born with autism, mental retardation, cerebral palsy, etc,etc. Do we brand the parents as bad parents??? I purchased a BOZ, and have to say that I have never owned a dog as confident, defensive, affectionate, strong bonded, intelligent, and just plain a good dog. Akin has been honest, kind, trusting, and provided me a great puppy. And I plan to phase out my Kangal bloodline, and convert to BOZ. As they are superior in what I need them for. A working livestock and home guardian. Give them a chance. Brian