Pyrenean Shepherd
Pyrenean Shepherd
Breed Group
Herding Group
Personality
Intelligent, adaptable, very attached to owner, distrustful of strangers, extremely active, mischievous
Fun Fact
There are no records of where the Pyrenean Shepherd "Pyr Shep" came from or how it was developed. The Pyr Shep is so important in France that it has appeared in French art since the early Renaissance years. As Shakespeare would say, “though they be but little, they are fierce.”
Average Height
15.5-18.5 Inches (Male Rough-Faced)
15-18 Inches (Female Rough-Faced)
15.5-21 Inches (Male Smooth-Faced)
15.5-20.5 Inches (Female Smooth-Faced)
Average Weight
15-30 Pounds
Life Span
17-19 Years
Grooming Tips
- Considered non-shedding.
- Regular brushing is required to prevent knots, tangles, and matting.
- Regular bathing.
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