The Great Pyrenees

The Great Pyrenees have a purpose in their life. The purpose is to guard goats, sheep, animals, persons, children, the moon, or any actual or imaginary predators that might intrude on your personal space.

History

The Great Pyrenees, also known as Pyrenean mountain dog, is a good-sized working dog, possibly of Asian origins, that showed up in European countries between 1800-1000 BC. The Great Pyrenees had been initially found in the Pyrenees Mountain tops to protect flocks of sheep from bears and wolves.

Physical Appearance

The Great Pyrenees is a large-sized, powerful, double-coated dog.

Height

27 to 32 inches (male)

25 to 29 inches (female)

Weight

100 lbs. and up (male)

85 lbs. and up (female)

Life-Span

10 to 12 years

Temperament

Gentle
Courageous
Patient

Susceptible Diseases

Abdominal Torsion
Hip Dysplasia
Patellar Luxation
Canine elbow dysplasia
Trachoma infection
Anesthesia Sensitivity

Care and Grooming

A Great Pyrenees needs regular brushing and bathing to keep its coat healthy and free from tangles. Just like most other breeds, this stunning dog can be bathed every week but no less than once in every six weeks. Proper bathing and drying strategies lay the groundwork for attaining a lovely coat with this double-coated dog breed.