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Personalised Great Pyrenees Gifts

If it’s Personalised Great Pyrenees Gifts you’re looking for, we have a huge selection to choose from. Whether it’s a comfy dog bed, a new lead, or a brilliant bandana, we have Great Pyrenees gifts galore. Not only have we hand-picked gorgeous gifts for your Great Pyrenees, we also have a fabulous range of Great Pyrenees inspired presents for owners, so from aprons to AirPods, there’s a treat in store for everyone

Introduction

The Great Pyrenees was originally bred to help shepherds guard livestock in the Pyrenees mountains, and their gentleness with their flock has led to them becoming popular family pets. They are loyal and trustworthy companions, but their large size means they need a home with plenty of space.

History

The true origin of the Great Pyrenees is up for debate. Some experts believe the breed is directly descended from the wolf, others suggest it descends from wolf, mastiff, and Molosser dog ancestors. Originally bred as working dogs, they became popular with French nobles in the 17th century and were named the Royal Dog of France by King Louis XIV. During World War II, the fearless Great Pyrenees was used to carry messages to soldiers on the front line, and it’s also believed that smugglers made use of the breed’s surefootedness to smuggle goods across the mountains.

Personality

The Great Pyrenees is a gentle giant. Loyal and affectionate, but also territorial and protective of their people, they make great guardians. They are kind and patient by nature, but they can also be strong-willed and stubborn, making them a handful to train and therefore not the ideal choice for inexperienced owners. Indoors, a bored or unattended Great Pyrenees will quickly become a destructive Great Pyrenees, and outdoors, they are known to be excellent escape artists that will wander off if given the opportunity. Exercise and companionship are the key to a happy Great Pyrenees.

Vitals

Height 70-80 cm at the shoulder for dogs; 65-72 cm for bitches
Weight 45-73 kg for males; 39-52 kg for females
Other names Pyrenean Mountain Dog
Origin France
Coat double coat with thick, long, coarse outer layer and dense, fine inner layer.
Colour white, and can have grey, badger-coloured, pale yellow, or wolf-grey markings.
Eye Colour Brown
Life Expectancy 10 to 12 years
Health Issues the Great Pyrenees is prone to certain hereditary health issues and conditions that affect large dog breeds. These include hip dysplasia, Glanzmann’s thrombasthenia, and deafness.
Care Tips the Great Pyrenees is relatively high maintenance. Grooming: twice daily brushing is needed to remove loose hairs, and even more frequently during shedding. Feeding: two meals per day of high-quality food. Exercise: extensive exercise is required in the form of long walks daily. An under-exercised Great Pyrenees is likely to make its own mischievous entertainment.

 

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