Great Pyrenees
AKA: Pyrenean Mountain Dog, Chien des Pyrenees, Chien de Montagne des Pyrenees
Description: The Great Pyrenees give the distinct impression of elegance and unsurpassed beauty combined with great overall size and majesty. They are large dogs with very woolly and long coats. It is also weather resistant and allows them to withstand intense cold temperatures. They have large paws, bred for have a steady foot on dangerous mountain paths. They also have drop ears, a bushy tail and an evenly muscled body. Their fur almost resembles a white mane. They need human companionship and attention and lots of space. The Great Pyrenees will not do well with apartment dwellers. They are a pleasant, gentle breed of enormous size, extremely intelligent, and loyal to their family. They have been bred to bond very closely with their family or the flock they are guarding. They are also protective of them. The Great Pyrenees does well with other animals and livestock, and are loving with their families. Although bred to have a kinder personality, the breed still excels with predator control around the home. Great Pyrenees are gentle, affectionate and loyal to the ones they love.
Temperament: Great Pyrenees are watchful, loyal, friendly and protective. They will bond closely with their owners or the ones they are guarding. They are sweet, gentle and are good with kids. They do not do well with other pets, however, unless those pets are sheep and livestock. They are powerful, assertive when need be, and territorial. They are confident and affectionate, and a stable breed. They tend to be nocturnal; resting during the day and guarding during the night.
Activity: They are not really active indoors and can live in an apartment life. Must be exercised daily to stay in shape. Long walks specifically brisk walking is required for this breed.
Grooming: When it comes to grooming their coat should be brushed on a weekly basis, and the eyebrows be trimmed so they can properly see. They shed heavily twice per year. You So it needs to be groomed well.
Health Problems: The life span of the Great Pyrenees is around 8-12 years, and there are some health problems to look out for them: elbow dysplasia and HD, luxating patella, entropion, cataracts, bleeding problems, and spinal problems.
Breed Group: Flock Guard, AKC Working
Color: White or white with markings of gray, badger, reddish brown, or varying shades of tan. Markings of varying size may appear on the ears, head (including a full face mask), tail, and as a few body spots.
Height: male: 25, female: 23 inches
Weight: male: 85, female:75 lbs
Country Of Origin: France
Dynamics: Extremely intelligent and is trainable, calm, independent, very friendly and playful, affectionate, self-confident and protective breed.
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