09/16/2025
🐾 Breed Spotlight: Great Pyrenees🦴
Meet the Great Pyrenees — the gentle giant with a heart as big as their fluffy coat! ❄️ These majestic pups were bred to guard flocks in the mountains, so they take their “watchdog” duties very seriously (even if it’s just watching over the couch)! They are good with being guard dogs without the scary vibes and aggression that you would normally think with a guard dog; they’re more of an early doorbell just to alert you! At daycare, they’re usually calm, sweet-natured loungers who make friends easily, and at boarding, they enjoy hearty meals followed by equally hearty naps. Think of them as the chill, wise guardians of doggy daycare — and honestly, we wish more people would get them! 🐑
👉 What to Know: Pyrenees are famous for their patience and loyalty, but they’re also known for their very big voices — they love to bark, especially at night or when they sense something unusual. They also have a shorter velociraptor puppy phase than a lot of breeds. Where a pointer is a psycho the first 4+ years of life a typical Pyrenees is pretty steady eddy by a year or so old! Their thick coats shed heavily and need regular grooming and brushing! They can also be prone to hip dysplasia and bloat, so proper care and digestion rests before exercise are key. With the right home, they’re loyal protectors and giant cuddle buddies. ❤️
Fun fact: they sleep with half their brain awake to guard at night🧠
