Are Akbash dogs good with kids?

Yes, some Akbash dogs can be good with kids, but this largely depends on their early socialization and on teaching children how to respect their space when needed. Akbash dogs are highly independent and can feel overwhelmed or threatened if a child is insisting on interacting with or petting them when they would prefer to have their own space. While they can be very gentle and coexist quite well with respectful children, it’s important that they have good experiences with kids and are allowed to be left alone when they signal a need for space. 

As with any breed, it is recommended that your child is always supervised when interacting with your dog to keep both the child and dog safe.