Publisher's Synopsis
The Great Pyrenees is a very large, muscular, double-coated dog. The outer coat is long, coarse, and either straight or slightly wavy; the undercoat is fine, soft and thick. Coat colors are solid white, white with patches of pale yellow, tan or gray. The nose is black; the eyes are dark brown. The ears are triangular and flop downward. The tail is long and plumed, reaching at least to the dog's hocks.Male Great Pyrenees average between 27 and 32 inches in height; weights start at 100 pounds (45 kilograms). Females range in height from 25 to 29 inches, with weights starting at 85 pounds (38 kilograms).The Great Pyrenees is a calm, well-mannered, serious dog known for his great devotion to family, including well-behaved children
