Do Great Pyrenees make good pets?

A Gentle Giant Generally, the great Pyrenees is a good family pet because he’s a calm, affectionate, gentle dog. He’s not a playful dog, meaning he’s not into clowning around. He has a serious disposition and is very independent.

Is a Great Pyrenees a good first time dog?

Great Pyrenees have earned a reputation of being “willful and stubborn” animals. Many people say that this is not a good breed for first-time dog owners. However, if you are aware of, and accept, the negative breed traits, we promise that the positive traits will make Pyrenean ownership more than worthwhile.

Are Great Pyrenees hard to raise?

Training. As previously mentioned, the Great Pyrenees is an extremely sensitive breed and is easily traumatized. Hitting, yelling, and other aversive methods will quickly cause your pyr to lose trust in you. Pyrs respond very well to positive reinforcement through treats and praise.

What to Know Before owning a Great Pyrenees?

Before anyone adds a pyr to their family, I wish they knew these five things.

  • Great Pyrenees bark. A lot.
  • Obedience is not a priority.
  • Maturity doesn’t occur until about 3 years of age.
  • Grooming is a must.
  • Getting a Great Pyrenees does not ensure a great livestock guardian.

Do Great Pyrenees need to be walked?

In general, Great Pyrenees need about an hour of exercise a day. However, this doesn’t mean you’ll have to take him out for an hour walk. You can actually mix and match a variety of activities, and not all of them have to necessarily involve motor activities, considering that mental games can be equally tiring too.

What to Know Before adopting Great Pyrenees?

Are Great Pyrenees stinky?

While Great Pyrenees don’t have typical “doggie odor”, their smell certainly isn’t invisible to the nose. Now, a wet Great Pyrenees is a completely different story. Mauja and Atka love, love, love their baby pool in the summer. I get it out almost every weekend for them to splash around.

How often should you walk a Great Pyrenees?

Two hours of exercise a day is recommended – ideally on a route with lots of sniffs and smells to keep them interested. They love nothing more than to roam around a back garden but – being particularly good escape artists – time will need to be taken to make sure all fencing is safe and secure.