Set on rather high. When relaxed, carried low with slight curl, when alert carried high with end curled over back. Coat Short and dense with thick undercoat. Slightly longer at neck and shoulders. The head invariably has a black mask.
Body color ranges from dun to steel grey.
A white chest blaze may be present. The Kangal Dog is never white or spotted. Possessing a natural protective instinct, he is loyal, bold, and courageous without showing undue aggression. Moreover, the Kangal Dog is sensitive and his responses to individual situations clearly demonstrate his intelligence and sensitivity. While generally calm and quiet, the Kangal Dog is also curious and outgoing, particularly as a puppy and young adolescent.