Great Pyrenees
Working Group
Height at Shoulders
Females 25-29 in, Males 27-32 in
Weight
Females 85+ lbs, Males 100+ lbs
Life Expectancy
10-12 yrs
History
The Great Pyrenees originated in the Pyrenees Mountains between France and Spain, tasked with protecting flocks of sheep from wolves and other predators. Descriptions of dogs similar to the Great Pyrenees can be dated back to as early as 37 BCE, although even as late as 1874, the breed was not yet homogenized. At this point, the Great Pyrenees breed was called the "Dog of the Eastern Pyrenees". The breed's coat was important for its original job: its thickness protected it against the frigid nights in the cold mountains, and the white color allowed the farmer to distinguish it from predators.
Breed Characteristics
While not all Great Pyrenees share the exact same personality and temperament, there are certain generalizations that can be made about the breed. In addition to genetics, a dog’s environment, training, socialization, and many other factors all contribute to their personality and behavior.
Intelligence
Affection Towards Family
Friendliness Towards Strangers
Friendliness Towards Other Dogs
Exercise Needs
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Common Traits
Gentle, docile, and relaxed (unless on guard duty)
Loving, devoted, and protective of family, making for a great guard dog
Have incredible hearing and will bark at any slight noise they hear
Socialization and consistent, early training are especially important for this breed
Intelligent, independent thinkers, which can be good but can make training difficult
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