Saint Pyrenees History
The Saint Pyrenean Mountain Dog (also known as the Pyrenean Shepherd, Berger des Pyrénées, Berger de Pyrenean, and Caniche de Béarn) is a rustic, herder-type herding dog of the Pyrenees. This shaggy, white-coated, medium-sized working dog is robust and muscular; its head is long and wedge-shaped with erect ears and a black nose. The tail is carried over its back.
Time of Origin
2000s
Country of Origin
Ancestry
Saint Pyrenees Physical Characteristics
The Saint Pyrenees is a small, medium to large-sized breed of dogs that originally came from the Pyrenees Mountains in France. They can have an elongated head, a flat, short or slightly curly, coarse, weather resistant double coat in several shades of grey, fawn, or brindle. They have an average height of 23 to 26 inches and a weight of 45 to 60 lbs.
Eye Colors
Brown
Nose Colors
Black
Coat Colors
Black, Gray, Brown, Red, Sable, Pied, White, Fawn, Cream
Height Range
Male Height Range: 27 – 32 inches
Female Height Range: 25 – 30 inches
Weight Range
Male Weight Range: 130 – 180 lbs
Female Weight Range: 120 – 170 lbs
Saint Pyrenees Health
Description of breed health.
Lifespan
8-12 yrs
Saint Pyrenees Health Concerns
Gastric Torsion, Hip And Elbow Dysplasia, Gastric Dilation Volvulus (GDV) or Bloat, Congenital Heart Defect (CHD), Entropion, Ectropion, Pyotraumatic Dermatitis, CVI (Wobbler’s Syndrome)
Saint Pyrenees Temperament and Behaviour
The Saint Pyranees is a calm, gentle, and good-natured dog. They are slow to mature and do not reach full maturity until they are 3-4 years old. They are generally quiet and gentle around children and other household pets, but may be wary of strangers.
Saint Pyrenees Activity Requirements
The Saint Pyrenees is an extremely intelligent, independent, and alert dog. This makes him a great watch dog, and also a high-energy pet that is best suited to an active lifestyle. The Saint Pyrenees is a working dog, so they do require a great deal of exercise and mental stimulation. They do well in either a home with a fenced yard or with someone who enjoys outdoor activities. If you are looking for a job or sport for your Saint Pyrenees, they would make an excellent candidate for both herding and schutzhund. While they are not particularly high energy, the Saint Pyrenees does require plenty of exercise. They are a relatively calm, quiet dog, but they require regular interaction with their people. If you are looking for a calm and loyal companion, look no further.
Miles Per Day
15 miles
Activity Per Day
60 minutes
Daily Food
5 cups
Kennel Club Recognition
American Kennel Club
Not Recognized
Saint Pyrenees is part of the Unclassified group.
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The Kennel Club
Not Recognized
Saint Pyrenees is part of the Unclassified group.
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Australian National Kennel Council
Not Recognized
Saint Pyrenees is part of the Unclassified group.
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Canadian Kennel Club
Not Recognized
Saint Pyrenees is part of the Unclassified group.
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