Affectionate
Fearless
Patient
Confident
Gentle
Strong
Willed

Playful
Intelligent
Friendly
Responsive
Affectionate
Lively
Gentle
Going
Cheerful

Choose a Great Pyrenees if you want a top-notch watchdog. This breed takes guarding seriously, and may not require much training, though obedience or guard dog training can improve their skills.

Pembroke Shelties aren't great guard dogs; they tend to just watch without taking action.

Asia

United States

Hungarian Kuvasz, Maremmano-Abruzzese

Shetland Sheepdog, Pembroke Welsh Corgi

American Canine Registry
American Kennel Club
America's Pet Registry
Canadian Kennel Club
Dog Registry of America Inc.
Federation Cynologique Internationale
Kennel Club of Great Britain
North American Purebred Registry, Inc.
American Canine Association, Inc.
Australian National Kennel Council
Continental Kennel Club
National Kennel Club
New Zealand Kennel Club
United Kennel Club

ACHC = American Canine Hybrid Club
DRA = Dog Registry of America, Inc.

Ancient Times

Unknown

Brown

Brown

Black

Black

White
Cream

Brown
Red
Sable
White

Wavy

Straight

A Great Pyrenees can have a litter of 10-12 puppies on average. However, it's worth noting that the size of the litters can vary greatly. Factors that can influence litter size include the health of the mother, breeding history, and genetics.

A Pembroke Sheltie can have a litter of 6-7 puppies on average. However, it's worth noting that the size of the litters can vary greatly. Factors that can influence litter size include the health of the mother, breeding history, and genetics.

Great Pyreneess are known for their adaptability and can adjust well to different environments and lifestyle changes.

Pembroke Shelties are highly adaptable and versatile, making them excellent companions for families and individuals of all lifestyles.

Great Pyreneess typically have low vet costs due to their good health, but it's important to monitor their health and seek vet care when necessary.

While the Pembroke Sheltie breed is generally healthy, occasional vet check-ups are still necessary to address any health concerns.

Patellar Luxation
Elbow Dysplasia
Hip Dysplasia
Bloat
Addison's Disease

Deafness
Dermatomyositis
Von Willebrand's Disease
Collie Eye Anomaly (CEA)
Patent Ductus Arteriosus (PDA)

Entropion
Cataracts

Cataracts
Hip Dysplasia
Mono/Bilateral Cryptorchidism
Familial Nephropathy
Degenerative Myelopathy
Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome
Progressive Retinal Atrophy (PRA)

Eye
Hip
Knee
Blood Test
X-Rays
Physical Examination

Complete Blood Count
Brain Auditory Evoked Response (BAER)
Internal Imaging (x-ray, CT scan, MRI, etc.)
Blood And Urine Analysis
Ear Tests and Myringotomy Tests
Blood Sugar and Thyroid Tests
Complete Physical Examination
Eye Examinations (both internal as well as external)
X-rays of various parts of the skeletal system
Dental and Oral Examinations
Blood and Urine Protein Screens

Great Pyreneess' high energy levels make them unsuitable for a low-key dog, choose accordingly.

Pembroke Shelties are suitable for those with a balanced lifestyle as they have an average energy level.

Great Pyreneess are active and require sufficient sleep to stay healthy.

Pembroke Shelties sleep less than other breeds but still need adequate sleep for good health.

The Great Pyrenees is a vocal breed that frequently barks and howls, and may not be suitable for those seeking a quiet companion.

Pembroke Sheltie dogs are generally less vocal than other breeds and only bark when necessary, such as to alert their owner or communicate.

Sniff, Sit, Walk, Petting, Sniffing, Mouthing, Play, Being outside, People, Tug-of-war, Run, Walking, W, Hike, Going on drives, Car rides, Hiking, Tug of war, Hide and seek, Throw the ball

Chase, Tug-of-war, Fetch, Walks

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Great Pyrenees, it's at least 12 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Pembroke Sheltie, it's at least 7 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

In general most Great Pyreneess usually need at least 60 minutes of exercise daily. This can be spread across the day and include all sorts of high-energy activities, like walking, running and playing.

In general most Pembroke Shelties usually need at least 90 minutes of exercise daily. This can be spread across the day and include all sorts of high-energy activities, like walking, running and playing.

The Great Pyrenees requires an average amount of grooming compared to other breeds.

Pembroke Shelties require significant grooming, including regular trims and professional grooming assistance to maintain their coat. They may also require frequent bathing to keep their coat and skin healthy.

Pin Brush
Comb
Deshedder
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Dematter
Deshedder
Nail Clipper

For an average 100-140 pound (45 - 64 kg) Great Pyrenees feed 4.5 cups daily. But, keep in mind, the amount you feed is going to be dependent on the quality of the food you are feeding.

For an average 11-30 pound (5 - 14 kg) Pembroke Sheltie feed 2.5 cups daily. But, keep in mind, the amount you feed is going to be dependent on the quality of the food you are feeding.

The average cost of a Great Pyrenees is somewhere $4.20 - $4.90 per day.

The average cost of a Pembroke Sheltie is somewhere $1.70 - $2.00 per day.

The average per month expenses of a Great Pyrenees is between $126 - $147. This makes an average of $1512 - $1764 per year. It will be on the higher side when the dog is still small because it will need more frequent visits to the vet, shots.

The average per month expenses of a Pembroke Sheltie is between $48 - $63. This makes an average of $576 - $756 per year. It will be on the higher side when the dog is still small because it will need more frequent visits to the vet, shots.

Great Pyreneess are average in obedience intelligence but have a high IQ and may cause trouble if left unsupervised.

Pembroke Sheltie is highly intelligent and very trainable.

This breed is sensitive and requires gentle handling and a calm home environment.

This breed is sensitive to its environment and best suited for patient and understanding families with a consistent routine.

Great Pyreneess can do well in apartments with enough exercise and time outside, but a small yard would be ideal.

The Pembroke Sheltie is a great apartment dog, thriving with sufficient exercise and time outside as part of their daily routine.

Great Pyreneess are good with kids if socialized and trained from a young age.

Pembroke Shelties make excellent family pets for kids due to their gentle, protective nature and calm temperament.

Great Pyreneess are good with cats, but early training is needed to prevent chasing behavior.

Pembroke Shelties are very friendly with cats and make great companions for them.

Great Pyreneess are average in their friendliness towards other dogs, and socialization can help.

Pembroke Shelties are friendly and active companions, and can be good family pets, though their friendliness towards other dogs may vary.

Great Pyreneess are not known for being a highly playful breed.

Pembroke Shelties are a playful breed that needs daily playtime to be happy.

Great Pyreneess are popular for their ease of training and quick learning ability.

Pembroke Shelties are usually easy to train but require consistency to fully obey commands.