The drymouthness is due to the outcross of Anatolian which occurred early in the development of the breed. It is a large, massive, and powerful dog. The head is broad. The eyes are wide set and either amber or brown in color.
Darker eyes are preferred.
The neck is powerful. The chest is wide and deep. The back is muscular. The strong legs are wide set and heavily boned. The feet are large, round, and compact.