Pyrenean Shepherd

Temperament: Affectionate, Active, Enthusiastic

Group: Herding Group

Height: 38.1–53.3 in

Weight: 6.8–13.6 lb

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Energy Level: Energetic

Trainability: Agreeable

Shedding: Seasonal

Grooming Frequency: Weekly Brushing

These tough, lean, and lively herders, famous for their vigorous and free-flowing movement, come in two coat varieties: rough-faced and smooth-faced. Roughs have profuse, “windswept” hair above the muzzle and a generally harsh coat; smooths have short facial hair, a finer-textured coat, and a slightly longer, pointier muzzle. Both varieties of this sinewy, rectangular breed come in many colors and patterns. Pyr Sheps see the world through dark almond-shaped eyes conveying an alert and cunning expression. Enthusiastic, mischievous, and whip-smart, the Pyrenean Shepherd is an indefatigable herder descended from ancient sheepdogs of the Pyrenees mountains. Tough and sinewy Pyr Sheps come in “rough-faced” and “smooth-faced” coat varieties.