Pyrenean << pihr uh NEE uhn >> shepherd is a dog breed that has herded sheep in southern France for hundreds of years. Before the 1920’s, this dog was little known outside the Pyrenees mountain region, where it originated. The Pyrenean shepherd has since become a valued pet and working dog. It is highly intelligent and energetic.
The Pyrenean shepherd stands 15 to 20 inches (40 to 50 centimeters) high at the shoulder. It weighs about 20 to 30 pounds (9 to 14 kilograms).
The Pyrenean shepherd has a lively, expressive face. The dog’s eyes are dark brown, and it has short, upright ears. The coat is long and dense and comes in two types, rough-faced or smooth-faced. The Pyrenean shepherd is usually yellowish-brown or gray-black in color. It may have white markings on the chest, feet, or head.
