Great Pyrenees
Livestock Guardian Dogs

Great Pyrenees are a noble and hardworking breed. They fill an important role on our farm and with our family. Tink and Leeli, as well as our Central Asian Ovarcha, Janner, are vital members of our farm operation, as well as beloved members of our family.

On occasion, we will have puppies available for sale. For those new to working with livestock guardian dogs, it is important to know that adding a livestock guardian breed to your family or farm is a different endeavor from many other dog breeds. There is an abundance of information on the internet about keeping Great Pyrenees, so I encourage you to do your research (I have included some links below.) In short, they are intelligent, loyal, and protective. They are also very independent. While training at their chosen task for you and socialization is extremely important, they are also very self-directed. I always feel that when our dogs come when I call, it is with a very deliberate consideration of whether they think it is best for them to come at that time. They will not stop barking just because I tell them the “threat” is not really something they have to be concerned with - they have to determine that on their own. The owner of a Great Pyrenees must approach them as partners, not as dog and master, but must also establish themselves as the “first among equals” in the relationship.

If you are looking for a member of your farm, good fences are a must. It was quite a learning experience for us what they can get under, through, and over. They will expand their territory if given the opportunity. They will bark at things you can’t see or hear, or, in my opinion, just to make their presence known to any villains who might be thinking about moving into their territory! If you don’t like barking dogs or have close neighbors who do not like barking dogs, the Great Pyrenees is not for your situation.

Our Great Pyrenees are protective and gentle with both young animals and young people. You must ensure that they are properly introduced to the members of your farm and your family, especially if you have cats or other dogs. A young Pyrenees is still in training until 18-24 months of age and must be supervised appropriately.

Our puppies are available at 12 - 16 weeks of age, after being bonded to a variety of livestock. They will also have been socialized to people. Puppies come with a guarantee of replacement or refund if they have any hereditary faults. Prospective owners must demonstrate an understanding of the Pyrenees breed, the ability to provide an appropriate environment for them, as well as abundant opprotunities for exercise, and with the expectation that the puppies will be neutered/spayed or properly managed as to not result in unplanned puppies.