The Great Pyrenees is just the type of dog that everyone runs to as soon as they see one of these cute and fluffy puppies. On the other hand, before you take home a Great Pyrenees out of an impulsive decision, you should learn exactly what is needed to care for this breed of dog from puppyhood to adulthood.

Temperament of your Great Pyrenees Puppy

The Great Pyrenees is known for being gentle, obedient, and even eager to please. They can be a tad stubborn as they wish to dominate not only other animals but also their human family. However, they are very good tempered and do very well with other animals in the home including cats. The puppy will be very devoted to all family members even if self-sacrifice is required.

Living Environment for your Great Pyrenees Puppy

The Great Pyrenees does not do well living in an apartment but can manage well in a home environment if allowed plenty of exercise. They do require a mid to large sized yard for a play area. Puppies are quite active and may wander from home. Cooler climates are best.

Training your Great Pyrenees Puppy

The Great Pyrenees is a very obedient puppy and be trained. They do tend to be stubborn and must be trained with a firm hand. They are a large dominant breed and should be trained early to be sociable with people and other animals. Protecting their family is of the utmost importance to them often fighting to the death if necessary.

Grooming your Great Pyrenees puppy

The Great Pyrenees has a long and beautiful coat that needs brushing on a regular basis. The undercoat has a tendency to mat and needs extra care during shedding season, which is once per year. Only bathe when absolutely necessary as the oil in their coat helps to protect them from the weather.

Stats

Origin: The Pyrenees Mountains that border France and Spain
Life expectancy: 10 to 12 years
Diet: until your puppy reaches the age of 18 to 24 months, he or she should be receiving dry large breed puppy formula.
Exercise: Need plenty of exercise. If they are not being used as a guardian to flock, they should be taken on a long brisk walk every day.
Health issues: the Great Pyrenees is prone to hip dysplasia. During hot weather, they can have a few skin problems.
Height: 27 inches to 32 inches at the shoulder for males and 25 inches to 29 inches for females
Weight: 100 to 140 pounds for males and 85 to 110 pounds for females
Colors: solid white, white with markings of gray, badger, reddish brown, or tan
Coat: long and coarse outer coat, which can be straight or a bit wavy with a soft and thick undercoat.