Pyrenean Mastiff
10 - 13 yearsLife Expectancy
A giant, powerful, and noble livestock guardian breed from the Spanish Pyrenees, known for its calm demeanor, thick white double coat with darker patches, and courageous yet gentle protective nature
Breed Statistics
- Energy Level2/5
- Trainability3/5
- Playfulness3/5
- Protectiveness5/5
- Barking1/5
- Drooling5/5
- Good with Children5/5
- Good with Other Dogs3/5
- Good with Strangers3/5
- Shedding3/5
- Coat Length1/5
- Grooming3/5
Physical Attributes
| Height (Male) | 30 - 31 inches |
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| Height (Female) | 25 - 30 inches |
| Weight (Male) | 120 - 240 lbs |
| Weight (Female) | 120 - 240 lbs |
Breed History
Ancient livestock guardian breed from the Pyrenees mountains of Spain, developed to protect flocks from wolves and bears. The breed faced near extinction after the Spanish Civil War but was revived by dedicated breeders in the 1970s