Other Names
Labrit, Berger des Pyrénées

Origin
France, 1700s.
This breed is related to the Catalan Sheepdog

Use Today
Companion, Guarding, Herding

Life Expectancy
This breed can live as long as 12 years of age on average

Weight & Height
18 to 33 pounds & 15 to 22 inches tall at the shoulders

Known Health Problems
Epilepsy, Hip Dysplasia, Luxating Patellas, PRA

Physical Description
Small to medium size, lean and muscular dog with a triantular shaped head and a flat skull. The muzzle is wedge shaped and short. It has large eyes that are brown, blue or partially blue, the nose is black and the ears are short and cropped straight across, a natural bob or naturally long and crook shaped.

Temperment
Intelligent & loving dog that is good with children as well as other pets.. This breed can be wary with strangers but otherwise is a great dog

Training
Requires consistant training

Living Conditions
Best with an active owner in a rural home.

Grooming
Little grooming needed, Only occasional brushing

Exercise
High Exercise Needs.

Coat Texture
Medium to long length that is curly or wavy

Coat Colors
Fawn, Gray, Red, Brindle, Blue, Black/Brindle

Puppies
? pups per litter.

Recognition
Continental Kennel Club
Fédération Cynologique Internationale
National Kennel Club
United Kennel Club