Mani, a 5-year-old male Anangu—Photo courtesy of the Anangu-Komba-Conservation Center, Tamil Nadu India
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Anangu is a mastiff or large size sight as well as scent hound dog. This breed is a molassar type with heavier, massive boned, broad legs, paws with a deep and broad brisket. The skull is broad and heavy with a typical "stop-muzzle" which is unique in Anangu breeds. The neck has extra muscle around, which is distinctly seen in adults (above 3 years) and older dogs. The Anangu has short coat and naturally has various colours and patterns which is the common known traits of naturally developed indigenous breeds. The basic colours are black, white, reddish brown, saambal (grey/ash), white with various admirable tessellations (shades and patterns). The white patch in the chest area is common (but not mandatory) and the dark or gray spots in or sometime all over the body are common in the Anangu.
The Anangu are well known for their loyalty, intelligence and balanced temperament. Anangu breeds are self - intelligent which requires very little initial training or guidance. Goes well with the family members. Adorable and friendly with children.
Height : Male 26-30 inches (66-76 cm). Female 25-28 inches (62-71 cm)
Weight: Male 110-140 pounds (50–65 kg). Female 100-130 pounds (45-60 kg). Some may grow more depending on regular workout and lifestyle
Anangu dogs are heavy dogs and can withstand a wide range of climates with less health issues due to their high immunity.
Highly adaptable and do well in farmlands with a good fenced yard with a house, but can live in an apartment if it is sufficiently exercised.
Requires walking daily and other workouts are not mandatory, if the walks are consistent.
15 to 20 years. This is due to their high immunity and surviving nature of the breed.
Average 6 healthy puppies
Grooming and bathing is advised once a week as the hair-shed is very minimal and not frequent. Little to no maintenance is required to maintain the healthy skin.
Dated back many thousands of years ago, from Kumari Kandam, a submerged landmass under the Indian Ocean due to natural calamity and till the current day Tamil Nadu State of INDIA. There are handful of ancient Tamil literature with mention of "Anangu" right from Tolkāppiyam, a second Tamil Sangam Literature.
Molosser, Guarding
Saambal the gray ash female Anangu—Photo courtesy of the Anangu-Komba-Conservation Center, Tamil Nadu India
Mani the 5-year-old male Anangu—Photo courtesy of the Anangu-Komba-Conservation Center, Tamil Nadu India
The large paw of a Anangu—Photo courtesy of the Anangu-Komba-Conservation Center, Tamil Nadu India
The large paws of a Anangu—Photo courtesy of the Anangu-Komba-Conservation Center, Tamil Nadu India
