Great Pyrenees

Daddy (Ken Trenholm)

Oct 25 |21:34
Last Updated on Sat, 14 Nov 2009 01:28
G R E A T  P Y R E N E E S ~ H I G H L I G H T S

Breed Name
Great Pyrenees
Rank (out of 136 breeds)
072
Personality Snapshot
Courageous and calm, the Great Pyrenees is highly protective of his flock and his territory. The breed is gentle with and tolerant of children and other young creatures, and feels a great sense of responsibility towards his charges.
Breed NameGreat Pyrenees
Rank (out of 136 breeds)072
Points (out of 100)56
Dog Group TypeWorking
DominanceModerate High
Obedience (Ease of Training)Fair
AffectionModerate
Good with Kids (Source 1)Good
Good With Kids (Source 2)Good
Friendly with Other DogsNot Good
Friendly with Family PetsGood
Friendly with StrangersGood
Dog Bite Free RatingExcellent
Bark Over Bite RatingPoor
Bark Crazy (likelihood to bark for little reason)8 out of 10
Watch Dog AbilityAwesome
Guard Dog AbilityGreat
SizeVery Large
Exercise RequirementsModerate
Jog Companion AbilityPoor
Level of SheddingSeasonly High
Level of TrimmingSome
Overall Level of Grooming RequiredModerate
Life Span10 to 12 years of age

You are more than welcome to obtain additional information on the ranking system used by our family and where we got our information. Please note that the above scores are based on the traits (or instincts) of a particular breed and that it is important to get to know your prospective dog before making your decision to bring a Great Pyrenees into your family. This is a decision you will have to live with for 10 to 12 years of age as Great Pyrenees pups can live between 10 to 12 years of age.

My Life as a Great Pyrenees
Courageous and calm, the Great Pyrenees is highly protective of his flock and his territory. The breed is gentle with and tolerant of children and other young creatures, and feels a great sense of responsibility towards his charges.

Home Environment
Not recommended for apartments. Best with at least an average-size yard.

Great Pyrenees Inherited Diseases
The following information is a direct link to the Canine Inherited Disorders Database, a project of the Atlantic Veterinary College, University of Prince Edward Island. This information lists inherited diseases which are more commonly reported in the Great Pyrenees

Great Pyrenees Wiki

Where to buy a Great Pyrenees : A Directory and Review
We are happy to provide a Breeder Directory and Pet Store Directory that offers breeders and pet stores an opportunity to promote their care and available dogs. We are equally pleased that we offer customers of these breeders / pet stores a way to vote, recommend, and rank each listing. To our knowledge, this is the first site to offer do this. So, begin your search for a Great Pyrenees as a new member to your family the smart way.

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