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The Pyrenean Mountain Dog
(affectionately also called Pyrs, for short...)
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We welcome your
original contribution on Pyrenean Mountain Dogs. We want anecdotal
information about the nature, needs and character of Pyrenean
Mountain Dogs from owners of the breed. As opposed to technical breed
standard information which is readily found elsewhere. Published
contributions are candid reflections discussing the joys plus the
pros and cons of each breed. This is in order to help educate
potential owners, so they are well informed to make a choice of the
best breed to suit the needs of equally both the dog and the
potential owners lifestyle - hopefully reducing the need for later
rehoming or rescue of a dog that was not suited to a specific
circumstance...
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Pyreneans, by Jan Chaplin |
 This is one of the large breeds, coat colour mainly all
white with sometimes markings of gray or biscuit colouring on the
head, ears and body patches. The Pyrenean male is around 30" in
height and the female around 27" in height but can be taller.
Not as heavy boned as a Saint Bernard. The Pyrenean has double
dewclaws on the back hind legs. The tail is long and
feathered.
The Pyrenean weighs from 40 plus kilos upward to 70 kilos. They are
a breed bred to guard Sheep so have a loud bark! A Pyrenean requires
a well fenced off property, they have a tendency to roam
otherwise.
Puppies should not be exercised too much when young and still
growing. They do require regular grooming to care for the coat. Not
a breed to chose if you don't like grooming! Puppies are usually
raised on the large Breed Puppy Formula Foods to help with the
growth rate so this can be expensive.
Adults are usually fed once a day. A Pyrenean does not require the
amount of food one might think for a large breed of dog. Puppies
sell for around $800.00. They are excellent companions for a family
and children, also they like cats! A male Pyrenean may not tolerate
a male of the same or another Breed. They like to be in charge.
Pyreneans are a healthy breed in most cases but please ensure that
your Breeder hip xray's their Breeding stock. Also a Breeder who
will be there to help you and also to join you into the Pyrenean
Club where you will receive a great Newsletter and assistance.
Their lifespan can be quite lengthy compared to other large breeds,
up to the 13 year mark. The adult Pyrenean will enjoy exercise, walks
and even swimming in many cases. The most important thing is
companionship. Remember they bark (to protect you!) and they need a
strong fence.
The website for this Breed in New Zealand offers much information on
the breed http://www.geocities.com/pyreneans . Pyreneans
also make worthy show dogs if you feel so inclined. A great way to
meet other Pyrenean folk socially.
Any more info required then please ask Jan or Ronda, we are here to
help with our Breed. We do occasionally have older Pyreneans for
rehoming so again please ask.
Information and photos provided by Jan Chaplin
Ariege Pyreneans visit here http://www.geocities.com/janellachaplin
join here http://www.smartgroups.com/groups/pyreneans
or see the Pyrs here http://www.geocities.com/pyreneans
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