Hercules
CH Apex A.J Legendary Demi-Dog
Health Testing Results
OFA Hip: EXCELLENT
OFA Elbow: NORMAL
OFA Cardiac: NORMAL-PRAC
OFA Patella: NORMAL
Beginnings
Hercules was born here on the property to Jyn out of Ares. He stood out in his litter as the pick male. Herc took to the sheep and goats as a young pup, and we have many photos of his submissive behaviors with the sheep in particular.
Now
Hercules works with our free ranging poultry primarily, but he has experience with all the stock here on the farm.
June 2025, Herc got both his major wins at the Missoula dog show, and needs a few more points to finish his AKC Championship title. We hope to have this done by the end of 2025.
July 2025, Herc’s health testing was performed and passed! We look forward to seeing his offspring in the future.
Temperament/Personality
Hercules is assertive with the other dogs, in work and play. He remains submissive with our livestock, which is great to build trust and foster their bond. He is a solid working dog and adaptable in off-property settings.
Color/Size
Hercules is a dark brindle, black mask dog with a short coat.
He stands 30″ at the withers and weighs 120 lb. at 2 years old
Favorite Things/What He Brings to the Program
Our favorite thing about Hercules is his heart for the animals he protects. He loves babies of all species and fiercely protects them.
Ares in the New York Times
With our growing grizzly bear population in Montana, the media has taken notice. Apex Anatolians was recognized and featured in an article on coexisting with griz in Montana, and Ares’ photo landed in thousands of email inboxes to promote it!
Ares in the Top 5 NOHS in 2023
Attending a single dog show cluster in 2023 earned Ares 50 owner-handler points. This earned him a spot in the Top 5 national ranking of owner-handled Anatolian Shepherd Dogs!
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