Great Pyrenees Dog Breed Information:
The Great Pyrenees dog breed‘s goal in life is to protect sheep, goats, livestock, people, children, grass, flowers, the moon, the lawn furniture, bird feeders, and any real or imaginary predators that may intrude on your personal space.
Great Pyrenees Dog Group: Working Dogs.
Great Pyrenees Height: 25 to 32 inches tall at the shoulder.
Great Pyrenees Weight: 85 to 160 pounds.
Great Pyrenees Life Span: 10 to 12 years.
More About This Dog Breed:
A Pyrenees can be difficult to train because of his ability to think on his own. He's not a good match for new or timid dog owners, because he needs consistency and a strong owner who will socialize him and train with positive reinforcement. Expect some shedding on a constant basis and at least one major shedding period per year. On the up side, the Great Pyrenees only requires about 30 minutes of brushing a week. The Great Pyrenees is okay in apartments because he's mellow. But homes with large yards are better.
Great Pyrenees History:
The sheep-guarding Great Pyrenees originated in the Pyrenees Mountains, which form a natural border between France and Spain. He's known by different names: Great Pyrenees in the United States and Canada, the Pyrenean Mountain Dog in the United Kingdom and most of Europe. At first, the Great Pyrenees was considered to be a dog owned by peasants. But in 1675, the Dauphin in the court of King Louis XIV declared that the Great Pyrenees was the Royal Dog of France. This prompted the French nobility to acquire Great Pyrenees and use them to guard estates. Throughout the 1800s, the breed gained popularity throughout England, Europe, and the United States.
Great Pyrenees Size:
The Great Pyrenees is a giant dog (both in size and heart). The average height is between 27 to 32 inches for a male and 25 to 29 inches for a female. On average, Great Pyrenees should be between 100 to 160 pounds for a male and 85 to 115 pounds for a female.
Great Pyrenees Personality:
A calm, gentle, docile demeanor is the norm for a Great Pyrenees. Shyness, aggressiveness, and nervousness are not acceptable whatsoever, but do your part by providing tons of socialization when he's a puppy. He is gentle and can be somewhat serious. He is intelligent, used to working on his own and figuring out things by himself, which means he's an independent thinker and can be stubborn.
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Great Pyrenees Health:
Not all Great Pyrenees will get any or all of these diseases, but it's important to be aware of them if you're considering this breed:
Hip Dysplasia.
Bone Care.
Gastric Torsion.
Elbow Dysplasia.
Patellar Luxation.
Addison's Disease.
Cataracts.
Entropion.
Anesthesia Sensitivity.
Great Pyrenees Care:
A good fence around your yard is absolutely necessary, and it should be at least four feet but preferably five or six feet high. He must have training from the time he's a small pup, but despite his size he needs gentle, positive reinforcement. The Great Pyrenees need roughly 20 to 30 minutes of exercise per day to keep him in his best condition.
Great Pyrenees Feeding:
Recommended daily amount: 4 to 6 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.
Great Pyrenees Coat Color And Grooming:
Although the body is primarily white (ranging from bright white to cream), some Great Pyrenees have gray, reddish brown, or tan markings on the ears, head, tail, and body (a few spots only). Darker markings might fade as puppies mature. Great Pyrenees are considered to be average to heavy shedders, depending on the climate they live in, so expect to have white hairs on your clothes, furniture, car, and toothbrush. Baths can be infrequent (once every couple of months) since his coat tends to shed dirt. Daily brushing is even better if you want to prevent gum disease and bad breath. Trim his nails regularly if he doesn't wear them down naturally. If you can hear them clicking on the floor, they're too long.
Great Pyrenees with Children And Other Pets:
A Great Pyrenees loves children and is absolutely devoted to them. He'll protect them with his life, and he is in fact tender toward everything that is small and weak. The Great Pyrenees generally does well with other animals in the house, especially if he's been raised with them from puppyhood.