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| Breed Group : | working |
| Weight : | male: 100 lbs ( 45 kg ) ; female : 85 lbs (38 kg ) |
Height :
| male: 27-32 inches ( 68-81 centimeters ); female: 25-29 inches ( 63-73 centimeters ) |
| Breed Overview Information : | The Great Pyrenees does not fall under the category of small dogs; in fact it is a very large dog with its body described as muscular and hard. It is also known as the Pyrenean Mountain Dog. The Great Pyrenees puppy is said to come from the Marennano-Abruzzese and the Hungarian Kuvasz. The Great Pyrenees Dog Breed information’s states that the Great Pyrenees is the royal relative of the following dogs: Newfoundland and St. Bernard. In its country of origin, France, the Great Pyrenees has a great history in being a sheepdog and a chateaux dog. |
| Breed Character Information : | The Great Pyrenees has an independent and sometimes stubborn character. It is a very loyal dog and is unwary of strangers whether people or other animals like small dogs, large dogs, basically any pet that it doesn’t know. If you want an affectionate pet then consider the Great Pyrenees. |
| Breed Coat Information : | The Great Pyrenees has a lovely double coat that is white in color. Its outer coat is long in length and coarse in texture, with the appearance as slightly wavy or straight. The undercoat has a cottony feel to it and is thick. The Great Pyrenees has a coat that is weather resistant. |
| Breed Temperament Information : | The Great Pyrenees puppy is a gentle creature that is eager to please and affectionate. It is also very affectionate and can be a bit willful especially in training. This breed may get along well with other animals provided those animals are introduced to it properly first. The Great Pyrenees is a great livestock guard. |
| Breed Ownership Information : | Having your own Great Pyrenees would mean that you’ll have a loyal and affectionate pet and a good guard dog or watchdog. However, it is among those dog breeds that is wary of any person or any animal that is unfamiliar to it so if you have other house pets you have to ensure first that you introduce those pets to your Great Pyrenees. Early socialization training is a must for your Great Pyrenees to get along with other domestic pets. A large space is also needed for your Great Pyrenees to run around in. |
| Breed Activity Information : | The Great Pyrenees, according to Great Pyrenees Dog Breed information’s, is not suited to apartment dwelling; its home should have a yard that is either medium sized or large sized where it can roam and run. Its recommended exercise would be daily runs but walking with its owner will also be a good activity for the Great Pyrenees. |
| Breed Care Information : | The Great Pyrenees is a heavy shedder but that only happens once a year and during that period, a lot of maintenance is required. Because it is one of the long haired dog breeds, your Great Pyrenees needs regular brushing with the inclusion of the undercoat in order to prevent matting of the coat hairs. It is a dog that requires only occasional bathing. |
| Breed Training Information : | The Great Pyrenees is said to be quite difficult to train because of its stubborn and independent nature. However, it is eager to please its owner so with the correct training method, training will be successful. A firm training method coupled with patience will suit this breed. |
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