What Is a Colorado Mountain Dog/CMD?

“The Colorado Mountain Dog began in 2008, with a single dog, Caspian, who had a wonderful combination of working aptitudes which made him suitable for small acreage farming. Although Caspian was a fierce guard when it came to animal predators, he loved people. This is the distinguishing trait of a well bred CMD, above all others, that they should be welcoming to humans who are visiting the farm who they do not know, never shy, hostile, or aggressive, unless they legitimately detect a threat. Caspian was an outstanding dog — tall, with huge eyes, and breathtaking quality. Caspian inspired the breed. To understand the CMD it is important to understand Caspian’s role in this breed.”

“The Colorado Mountain Dog is not a specific breed cross. Although Caspian was a Pyr x Anatolian Shepherd, the dogs are being individually screened and accepted for temperament and guarding aptitudes. Currently, the CMD may consist of Great Pyrenees, Anatolian Shepherd, Boz, Maremma, Kuvasz, Akbash, or other livestock guardian working group breeds. Dogs that pull up other breeds in a DNA test are considered on a dog by dog basis”

- coloradomountaindogs.com