Pyrenean Mastiff

• Group 2: Pinscher and Schnauzer - Molossian breeds - Swiss Mountain and Cattle Dogs
• Section 2: Molossoid

• Without working trial

Spain

Pyrenean Mastiff

Male min. 77 inches, Females min. 72 cm

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The Mastin del Pirineo is one of the FCI (No. 92, Gr. 2, sec 2.2) recognized Spanish breed.

Origin and History

Very massive big dog of the Pyrenees. This type of dog is found both on the Spanish, as well as the French side. Since both countries were unable to agree with respect to the breed standard, he called on the French side Chien de Montagne des Pyrénées ( Pyrenean Mountain Dog). Racial differences are present (eg color ) but not essential.

Description

Up to 77 cm large Molosser type dogs, his hair is more wiry, medium length, about 6-9 cm long, climate-proof dense and thick. The FCi describes its color as follows: The base color is white, always with a well-trained, clear remote mask. Permits are irregularly distributed over the body, sharply defined spots of the same color as the mask. Ears should always be spotted. The tip of the tail and the lower parts of the limbs are white. The approach of the hair should be as light as possible, ideally all white. The most valued colors are, in order of popularity, pure white ( snow white) with medium-gray, intensely golden yellow, brown, black, gray, silver, light beige, sand colored or marbled stains. The ears are of medium size set above the eye line, triangular. In the rest position, they are close to

Nature and use

The Mastin del Pirineo guarded in the past, home, farm and flock against wolves and bears. In outlying farmsteads he is today entrusted with this task. It is relatively easy to train, although he is accustomed to act independently.