Great Pyrenees
The Great Pyrenees is also called the Pyrenean Mountain Dog and Le Chien des Pyrenees. This giant animals protector came from within the mountain tops of north western Europe, in which the breed has guarded flocks of sheep for hundreds of years. Great Pyrenees stand between 25 and 32 inches tall and weigh 90 to 130 pounds. The mind is wedge-formed, your eyes are dark, and also the ears are dropped. Your body is slightly more than your dog is tall. The tail is plumed. You will find double dewclaws on each rear leg.
The coat is weather-resistant and double, having a thick undercoat along with a lengthy, flat outer coat. This breed is either all whitened or whitened with markings of tan, grey, or red brown. This double coat needs regular brushing (a minimum of two times per week) to help keep it clean and neat.
Brushing the outer coat isn't sufficient the undercoat should be blown, too, to avoid matting. Daily brushing is required throughout the spring and fall losing seasons.
Youthful Pyrenees can be very active, although adult dogs are calmer. Pyrenees owner Janine Staudt states of her dog, Ben, ?He is loaded with lots of one's and requires daily walks and playtimes.? This breed isn't the locating type the Pyrenees doesn't have much curiosity about returning a ball or toy. As because of so many animals parents, this breed is much more active during the night.
Early socialization is essential. The Pyrenees must meet a number of people along with other dogs, and when he's going to be considered a animals protection dog, should also be brought to live-stock. This breed is extremely protective, and the verbal alerts will not be disregarded. Training also needs to begin early and really should be firm and consistent. These dogs are large and effective, and also the owner should establish leadership early.
This breed needs the owner who knows animals protector dogs. They bark and, if left outdoors during the night, will bark noisally at any seem or perceived threat. Many Pyrenees also drool. Health issues include eye lid problems, stylish dysplasia, and bloat.
Registries: AKC, UKC, CKC
Occupation:Animals protector
Size: 25 to 32 in tall 90 to 130 pounds
Durability: 9 to 11 years
Exercise: Moderate
Training: Needs leadership training
Grooming: Moderate