Pyrenean Shepherd

Pyrenean Shepherd

 

 Pyrenees is known as the Grand pirenian the United States , is a large breed dog as households watchdog . Grand Pirenian is a very old breed , and has been used by shepherds for thousands of years, including Basque , populated parts of the region in and around the Pyrenees in southern France and northern Spain . Finally, the race was the court that the official dog of the royal French .
Called the Pyrenees is one of the oldest natural breeds

Called the Pyrenees is one of the oldest natural breeds

During WWII , dogs were used to haul artillery on the Pyrenees and Spain and France . Are set in other European breeds, including dog Maremano (Italy), Shepherd Kuvasz (Hungary), Akbash (Turkey). It is considered relatively noble Saint Bernard dog and Terra - Nova as his cross.

Pyrenean Shepherd has a long history in his native France as a guard dog of sheep. Stachelhalsbändernund with thick layer ( a natural defense against attacks ) , Pyrenees dogs to protect flocks against predators such as wolves and bears armed . Born to live in the mountains, used as adaptable human race : dog rescue avalanche , dog sled or carriage as a companion and defender of family and home . With minimal training to use today. In ancient times , when there was less sweet temperament , may have been used as a war dog .

DESCRIPTION

These dogs are like majestic mountains, hence its name - a massive, beautiful and very elegant .

While Pyrenees maturity is a large animal with a solid muscular . Long, plaster ( outer layer ) is curled with straight or slightly , while the inner layer is soft and thick. The coat is waterproof, making it able to live in areas with extreme climatic conditions outdoors . The coat can be of different colors : white, white with pale brown spots, gray or yellow.

His nose is black or dark brown, almond-shaped eyes with a thoughtful expression , intelligent, dignified. Pyrenees shepherds resemble the brown bear, except open the coloring. Body proportions are a little rectangular ; Length slightly greater than the height at the withers ; the chest is broad and deep . The head is slightly rounded with skull wedge . Ears of medium size , triangular and left. The muzzle is broad and slightly pointed , the tail is long, bushy , slightly curved.

Temperament

 

Pyrenean sheepdogs were used to collect and keep the sheep and decisions when they were left alone in the mountains for a few weeks or even months. Everything about the character is the result of their goal.

To begin , a large independent pirenian spiritually known. You're not blindly follow orders and they get bored easily when repeated regulat.Al convince you that you trust is a much better thing to assert your position of dominance .

They tend to regard their masters as a partner, which, of course , the result of interaction with humans for hundreds of generations. Training can be complicated because of their arrogant attitude.

The breed tends to be pretty good with the children who are part of the family, but it is not recommended for very young children are left unattended in the dog. Pyrenean Shepherd does not like being held by the ears at all , and this is something that children often do. Cree upset too. However , these dogs are very affectionate with their families.

This is often demonstrating their head on the tolanirea or function , they are famous. Dogs that are attached to the family , usually try to sleep when they reach a part of the family the body, unless they are held outside .

Pyrenean Shepherd dog can be aggressive at times . Prevention of this behavior is absolutely necessary because the pirenian dog out of control can cause serious problems.

With careful socialization , softness and support, great pirenian but has no reason an aggressive dog . Usually , they are creatures of confidence, is used for control of the House. When older, they are even less " friendly " and are often considered the standard , is also perceived by family members . These dogs behave well with other animals and generally like cats. Mature if they have more than two years .

LIVING CONDITIONS

Pyrenean Shepherds are not recommended for apartment life . You need space, but adapts well to family life . I'm not very active on the inside, it would be much happier with regular exercise , outdoors , or in a court of medium size. Puppies are very active and can be removed or a tendency to run. These dogs prefer colder climates.

EXERCISES

Pyrenees dogs need more exercise to stay in shape. You need daily long walks.

CARE

Regular brushing helps to keep the long coat in good condition, but it requires more caution caution when shedding. These dogs once a year casting a spell . The outer layer of the incalceste not care coating is relatively simple. Bath or shampoo should be performed only when necessary.

HEALTH PROBLEMS

Congenital diseases are rare, but there are consequences to their size , which can cause difficulties .

Twisting of the stomach : Usually Pyrenees dog and other mountain dogs fed two small meals a day . If you eat too much too fast they can literally stomach . It is very painful for the dog and eventually death unless lead to surgery.

Joint diseases : Like most large dogs , they are prone to hip dysplasia. Be very careful with the dog of the Pyrenees in the first two years can mitigate the risk of this disease. They grow up so fast , when every shot can lead to deformities of bones and joints.

A rare genetic disease , deafness, should obviously occur at an age to be problems frageda.Pot , hot weather.