Titan

Titan is an 8-year-old, 130-pound Anatolian Shepherd mix who is basically a grumpy old man in a dog body, complete with strong opinions, a strict daily schedule, and absolutely zero tolerance for nonsense. He is a Livestock Guardian Dog through and through, meaning he's intelligent, independent, observant, and very aware of what's happening at all times. Titan knows exactly what he wants and expects you to know it too! Daily walks are mandatory, dirty drinking water is offensive, and trying to pass off a Milk-Bone when he knows better treats are available is downright disrespectful.

Titan is whip-smart and will absolutely use that intelligence to hold you accountable. His routines are sacred. If he doesn't get his walk, he'll pace and stare at you until you correct your mistake – consider it gentle, but firm, management. He also prefers colder weather and considers snow both enrichment and a snack. He will happily crunch snow chunks and supervise all winter activities like the dedicated working professional he is.

Ideal Home

Titan is friendly with respectful children, but he is not a dog who enjoys kids climbing on him, crowding him, or getting in his face. Because he takes his personal space seriously, we feel he would do best with children around 10 years old and up who understand boundaries and can respect when he wants his space. He is also protective of his food and treats, so mealtimes should be supervised and respected. Titan thrives on routine, finding comfort in structure, predictability, and knowing what comes next. Changes to his schedule can be stressful for him, and he is happiest when life follows a familiar rhythm. Titan currently lives with three cats and has adjusted well, even befriending one and occasionally attempting to play. Dog-savvy cats with safe spaces to retreat to would be important. Titan experiences separation anxiety and forms incredibly strong bonds with his people. Because of this, Titan would do best in a home where someone is almost always present – retired adopters, work-from-home households, or people with flexible schedules would be ideal. As a classic LGD, he requires an experienced adopter who understands guardian breeds. He needs a physically fenced yard to patrol, a home that understands and respects his boundaries, and an adopter who appreciates independent guardian breed personalities.

Ongoing Health

No specific health conditions are mentioned.

Training & Support

Titan is whip-smart and will absolutely use that intelligence to hold you accountable. His routines are sacred. If he doesn't get his walk, he'll pace and stare at you until you correct your mistake – consider it gentle, but firm, management. He is protective of his food and treats, so mealtimes should be supervised and respected. While Titan has not yet been formally tested one-on-one with another dog, he has shown encouraging signs and may do well with the right canine companion – specifically an older, calmer dog who isn't overly energetic or constantly in his face. Any introductions should be done thoughtfully, and feeding or treats should initially be given separately until everyone learns the routine.

Application Details:

• Applications start by contacting us through Wags.
• You can find more information about the rescue process on our website.

Transporation

Titan is located in Tennessee. Transport can be arranged to your local Wags adoption center.