Great Pyrenees – Intelligent Guardian Dog.

Great Pyrenees – Intelligent Guardian Dog.

Great Pyrenees (Pyrenean Mountain Dog)  is a North America is a large breed of dog used as a livestock guardian dog. The Great Pyrenees is a very old breed used by shepherds in Pyrenees Mountains of southern France and northern spain. Great Pyrenees are intelligence, scenting ability and excellent sign, he is an invaluable companion to the shepherd. The length of the dog is slightly longer than it is tall. The dog has a weather-resistant double coat. The undercoat is dense, fine and  wooly, and the outer coat is long, thick, coarse and flat. There is feathering on the tail and along the back of the legs. Coat is either solid white or white with patches of tan, wolf gray, reddish-brown or pale yellow.

The height of male dog is 27-32 inches and females 25-29 inches. The weight of male dog is 45 kgs and females from 38 kgs. The Great Pyrenees need plenty of exercise to stay in shape. The life expectancy is about 10-12 years. The Great Pyrenees originated in Central Asia or Siberia. The AKC officially recognized the Great Pyrenees in 1933. The Great Pyrenees dog breed’s goal in life is to protect sheep, goat, livestock, people, children, grass, flowers, the moon, the lawn furniture, bird, feeders and any real or imaginary predators. This is a dog who loves the sport of carting. 

The Great Pyrenees is a wonderful breed who is affectionate and gentle, hardworking and independent. A Great Pyrenees is generally loving and gentle with younger creatures, so he’s a wonderful dog for families with children. He’s a hard-core barker and is not recommended for homes where his barking can disturb others. Great Pyrenees do best in cooler climates. Recommended daily amount 4 to 6 cups of high quality dry food a day, divided into two meals. A Great Pyrenees loves children and is absolutely devoted to them.

 Pyrs are very independent, self-confident. The Great Pyrenees dog requires standard care for coat, eyes, ears, pads and nails. Pyrs should receive a good brushing at least once a week. Pyrenees do not require a bed or blanket. Great Pyrenees have a universal habit of lying against doors which open inward against them. Pyrs are remarkably healthy and long-lived. By natural born instinct, Great Pyrenees guard their home and family with devotion and wisdom. Great Pyrenees are lethargic dogs and they execute commands very slowly. Independence and altertness – pyrs are often very sensitive to new environments. Today the Great Pyrenees enjoys moderate popularity.