Great Pyrenees
Temperament
Strong Willed, Fearless, Affectionate, Patient, Gentle, Confident, Friendly, Loyal, Playful, Smart, Athletic, Loves Food, Loves To Play And Explore, Gentle, Affectionate, Curious, Funny, Independent, Loves, Brave, Quiet, Couch, Protective, Dignified, Spayed, Heartworm Negative, Microfilaria Negative, Neutered, Good with Cats, Good with Dogs, Needs six ft positive Fence, Crate Trained, Good with Children, Know the breed, Shy, Submissive, Snuggly, Kid Friendly kids being ten and under, Prey Drive, Heartworm Positive Treatment Completed
Weight
85 - 115 lbs
Height
25 - 32 inches
Life Span
10 - 12 years
Breed Group
Working
Bred For
Sheep guardian
Origin
France
Characteristics
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the temperament of a Great Pyrenees?
Strong Willed, Fearless, Affectionate, Patient, Gentle, Confident, Friendly, Loyal, Playful, Smart, Athletic, Loves Food, Loves To Play And Explore, Gentle, Affectionate, Curious, Funny, Independent, Loves, Brave, Quiet, Couch, Protective, Dignified, Spayed, Heartworm Negative, Microfilaria Negative, Neutered, Good with Cats, Good with Dogs, Needs six ft positive Fence, Crate Trained, Good with Children, Know the breed, Shy, Submissive, Snuggly, Kid Friendly kids being ten and under, Prey Drive, Heartworm Positive Treatment Completed
How much exercise does a Great Pyrenees need?
They have a low to moderate energy level and need regular but not extensive exercise.
How often should I groom my Great Pyrenees?
They need moderate grooming, including regular brushing and occasional professional care.
How do I train a Great Pyrenees?
The Great Pyrenees is highly trainable and typically responds well to positive reinforcement methods.
Care Requirements
They have a low to moderate energy level and need regular but not extensive exercise.
They need moderate grooming, including regular brushing and occasional professional care.
Highly trainable and quick to learn commands
They are excellent with children and often form strong bonds with them.
About the Great Pyrenees
The Great Pyrenees is a wonderful dog breed with unique characteristics.
Breed Purpose
Sheep guardian
Temperament
Strong Willed, Fearless, Affectionate, Patient, Gentle, Confident, Friendly, Loyal, Playful, Smart, Athletic, Loves Food, Loves To Play And Explore, Gentle, Affectionate, Curious, Funny, Independent, Loves, Brave, Quiet, Couch, Protective, Dignified, Spayed, Heartworm Negative, Microfilaria Negative, Neutered, Good with Cats, Good with Dogs, Needs six ft positive Fence, Crate Trained, Good with Children, Know the breed, Shy, Submissive, Snuggly, Kid Friendly kids being ten and under, Prey Drive, Heartworm Positive Treatment Completed
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