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Pyrenean Mountain Dog
Great Pyrenees listing; majestic white guardian with calm nature.
Breed snapshot
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Size
Giant
Life
10-12 years
Group
Working
Origin
France
Origin map
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Origin details
- Place
- France
- Region
- Europe
- Breed role
- livestock guardian and flock protector
- More from this origin
- 9 breeds in this guide trace back to France.
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