Meet the Great Pyrenees
Protective Pooch
Calm Canine
Freewheeling Furball
My Many Looks
My Breed Characteristics
Furbulous Fact
As I Grow Up
History of My Breed
Care Tips
Training Tips
Personality
Calm
Intelligent
Protective
Group
Working
Origin
Pyrenees Mountains (Between France and Spain)
Life Span
12-14 Years
Breed Popularity
#70 of 195
Height Range
25-32 Inches
Weight Range
85-100 Pounds
Coat Details
Type
Long
Texture
Features
Colors
White; White with markings of Gray, Badger, Reddish Brown, Dark Brown, or Tan
Hypoallergenic
Cost to Buy
$290-$1,000
Lifetime Care Cost
$25,170
My Many Looks
My Breed Characteristics
Furbulous Fact
As I Grow Up
History of My Breed
Care Tips
from Dr. Jessica Greenberg, Associate VeterinarianTake precautions to prevent hip dysplasia.
Hip dysplasia is an orthopedic condition Great Pyrenees are prone to. With proper nutrition and exercise, you can help your Pyr avoid conditions such as obesity and muscular atrophy, which can worsen hip dysplasia. A good diet and plenty of exercise can help manage this condition more successfully.
Have your female Pyr spayed to avoid Pyometra.
Pyometra is a condition where the uterus becomes infected due to an increase in hormonal stimulation and bacteria. The infection can spread and lead to sepsis. If you’re finished breeding your Great Pyrenees, or if you aren’t planning to breed yours at all, spaying is advised to prevent this condition.
Watch for Panosteitis and learn about treatments.
Panosteitis is an inflammatory bone condition that is mostly seen in large dog breeds, like Great Pyreneees, and is typically seen in young, male dogs. Pups with this condition present with lameness, lethargy, and fever. Talk to your vet about veterinary NDSAID (Non-Steroidal Anti-Inflammatory Drug) therapy as it can accelerate recovery.
Training Tips
from Dr. Jessica Greenberg, Associate VeterinarianMake your idea, their idea.
Great Pyrenees are a guardian dog breed, which means they’re bred to think independently. They’re aloof and tend to stick to their own ideas – which can be challenging when you’re trying to train them. Be patient with them and make them feel like your idea was their idea. If you can convince them that they want to learn what you’re teaching them, they’ll be more willing to do so. -GeorgieYoung,CertifiedProfessionalDogTrainer
Be a strong leader.
Great Pyrenees are very intelligent dogs. They were bred to be alone with the sheep in mountain valleys, so it’s in their genes to work on their own and be good guardians to their flocks. Unlike many other dog breeds, they do not always "live for" the praise and rewards of their owners. Strong leadership training is critical with this breed as well as early socialization, especially in households where young children are present. -TommyMeyerhoffer,CertifiedDogTrainerand BehavioralTherapist
Gain your Pyr’s trust.
Be patient with this breed. They are independent dogs, but do not mistake that independence for a lack of loyalty. Keep your training methods positive! If this breed can't trust you they certainly won't want to work with you. -TommyMeyerhoffer,CertifiedDogTrainerand BehavioralTherapist
My Many Looks
My Breed Characteristics
Furbulous Fact
As I Grow Up
History of My Breed
Care Tips
Training Tips
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Personality
Calm
Intelligent
Protective
-
Group
Working
-
Origin
Pyrenees Mountains (Between France and Spain)
-
Life Span
12-14 Years
-
Breed Popularity
#70 of 195
-
Height Range
25-32 Inches
-
Weight Range
85-100 Pounds
-
动物皮毛
Type
Long
Texture
Features
Colors
White; White with markings of Gray, Badger, Reddish Brown, Dark Brown, or Tan
-
Hypoallergenic
-
Cost to Buy
$290-$1,000
-
Lifetime Care Cost
$25,170