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Great
Pyrenees dog breed
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Dog breed group |
Working
Dog |
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Origin of breed |
France
as a flock protector. |
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Life expectancy |
10
to 12 years |
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Color |
white
or white with gray or brown markings |
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Coat type |
Weather-resistant
double coat consists of long, thick, and coarse outercoat of
straight or wavy hair, and a thick, dense undercoat. |
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Exercise needs |
Needs
plenty of exercise. Long walks are advised. |
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Temperament |
It is a calm and intelligent and has a natural instinct for
guarding. Must receive consistent obedience training while young
and small. It does not reach maturity until two years of age. |
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Good with children |
Usually
gentle and patient with children. Highly territorial and protective
of family pets but will chase others away. Makes a very good
watchdog. |
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Grooming needs |
Heavy shedder. Requires a few brushings per week. Bathe only
when necessary. The outer coat does not mat so care is relatively
easy. |
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Average size (inches) |
27
- 32
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25
- 29
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Average weight (lbs) |
>
100
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>
85
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Health issues |
It may suffer from eye diseases,
deafness, and orthopedic problems including hip dysplasia. |
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Living conditions |
Does best in suburbs
or country environment but adapts well to urban living if
exercise requirements are met. |
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Dog
breed description
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This breed probably originated
in Asia and immigrated later to Europe. Its closest relatives are the
Kuvasz and the Newfoundland
to which it may have contributed. It is also called PYRENEAN MOUNTAIN
DOG, and is a large working dog, probably of Asian origin, that appeared
in Europe between 1800 and 1000 BC. The court favourite of 17th-century
France, the Great Pyrenees was originally used in the Pyrenees Mountains
to guard flocks of sheep from wolves and bears. The breed has been used
for centuries to guard flocks in the Pyrenean mountains. It is noted
as a guard and watchdog and has been used to pull carts and, during
World War I, to carry contraband goods between France and Spain. It
is a massive dog with drooping ears and a characteristic rolling gait.
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Dog
breed infobits |
The
Great Pyrenees is probably one of the strongest breeds, but its gentle
nature has made it very popular.
It is also known as the Pyrenean Mountain Dog, Chien de Montagne des Pyrenees
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