Topics on behavior problems in dogs are always hot ones. An owner is most likely to surrender his or her dog because of a behavioral challenge. Unwanted behaviors run the gamut from house soiling to destructive chewing to biting people. It is only natural that you would want to know if behavior problems are breed-specific. … Read more
What if someone asked you to name three breeds that are similar to the Great Pyrenees? How many could you come up with? What does the Great Pyrenees even look like? You know you have a white dog, but what details make it look like or dissimilar from other breeds? White livestock guardian dogs or … Read more
When you look at a Newfoundland vs Great Pyrenees, are you seeing just a black and white variation of the same dog? Intuitively, you probably spot many differences, but can you describe them? The Newfoundland vs Great Pyrenees is a black heavy-set dog with a brushtail and heavy square-shaped head. This contrasts the Great Pyrenees’ … Read more
When you compare breeds, the large mountain dogs naturally come to mind. The Great Pyrenees and Bernese Mountain Dog look like color variations of the same dog on the surface. You might even argue that they only differ because one evolved in the Pyrenees Mountains while the other developed in the Alps. A closer inspection … Read more
Are you in the market for a hypoallergenic dog? Maybe you love the Great Pyrenees breed and want to see if it will work for an allergy sufferer in your family. First, you might want to look at what kind of fur is most likely to be hypoallergenic. Furthermore, what other factors besides hair type … Read more
Whether you get a puppy, juvenile, or a full-grown dog, you naturally are curious about how long you can expect her to live. Although most people do not let a shortened lifespan deter them from their favorite breeds, it is helpful to learn what pitfalls might shorten your dog’s life. You also are bound to … Read more
