Name of Kennel / Prefix / Affix:
Warneton Pyrenean Mountain dogs
What age were you and how did you become involved in the world of Dogs ?
As long as I can remember we used to have dogs
What Breeds of Dogs have you had over the years ?
Labradors, Cavalier King Charles, Pyrenean Mountain dogs (Pyrs)
What Breeds of Dogs have you got now ?
Pyrenean Mountain Dogs & Gos d’Atura Catala
What would you consider to be your main Breed and the one people associate you with?
Pyrenean Mountain dogs
What attracted you to this breed ?
Their look,as majestic as the mountains that give them their name – massive, beautiful and with tremendous elegance. With their glorious white coats and regal presence, Pyrs are a distinctive breed.
What advice would you offer to anybody that is interested in becoming an owner of this Breed ?
Pyrenean Mountain Dogs are highly intelligent but do have a stubborn streak which can lead to problems if the handler is not consistent and loving. They must be trained from an early age with a firm hand as they are far too strong when fully grown and would, by then, be too independent.
Does the Breed have any specific requirements by way of exercise & grooming ?
It is necessary to brush or comb this breed thoroughly once or even twice a day to remove loose hairs. This becomes even more important during the moulting times. Failure to do this will result in the coat matting and the dog’s coat looking dull and unhealthy. Exercising puppies must be done very gradually to avoid putting excess strain on their growing bones and tender tissues and, even with the adult dog, care must taken to build up exercise gradually. Having said that, for their size they really do not need copious amounts of exercise, but, in time, should be given free running off the lead as well as regular controlled walks.
Does the Breed have any specific health tests that should be done before a Dog or bitch is used at stud or bred from ?
Always ask for Hip dysplasia , Bones (Developmental) – Patellar luxation.
Finally, how would you some up the characteristics of this breed and what type of household would they best be suited too ?
Pyrenean Mountain Dogs are now kind-natured and gentle dogs, thanks to generations of selective breeding worldwide. They are brave, intelligent, affectionate dogs who normally mix well with children and other household pets. They are loving and want to be included in all family activities. Strangers will be mistrusted and you and your family will be protected against any unwelcome strangers. Pyrs are reasonably independent and hardy but can also be stubborn and because of this are not really dogs for novices.
For more information on this breed of Dog, check out Daniel’s,Katrien’s, Elyane & Noah’s web site dedicated to the Pyreenean Mountain Dog. Daniel & family will also be on hand again this year at the Dog Breed Village as they and the Pyrs return as Breed Village Representatives, after being a “massive” success at last years Pet Expo
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