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19 Pyrs Who Absolutely Do Not Want to Come Inside

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If it's too cold for you, it's just pyrfect for them! Check out these 19 pyrs enjoying snow life ❤️

If you’re cold, they’re cold!

Bring your pets inside!

If it’s too cold for you, it’s too cold for them.

Right? Wrong.

If I only let the floofs out in weather I was comfortable in, they would hate me. They’d think I was torturing them—trying to prevent them from enjoying life.

They’d revolt. Trash cans would be emptied. Walls would be chewed. Pyr-sized holes would be made in our doors to escape and enjoy their favorite weather.

Bonus points if there’s snow on the ground.

Unfortunately, we don’t get much snow here in Seattle, but when we do, Mauja, Atka, and Kiska are some seriously happy floofs—and here are 19 other Great Pyrenees enjoying the weather.

I’m pretty sure Cujo is attempting to melt into the snow and hide outside. Someone is NOT coming inside anytime soon 😜

I spot another Seattle pyr enjoying the recent snowfall!

Gorgeous dog, gorgeous view! Tucker seems to be surveying his territory—everything the light touches ☀️

Bliss is in bliss ❤️

Maeby demonstrating exactly just how much pyrs love the snow 🤣

It’s important to become one with the snow.

I think someone shoved his face in a snow pile, and I’m pretty sure he couldn’t be happier.

Nothing better than this fluffy butt view 😍

Related: 10 Great Pyrenees Photos to Start Your Week Right

No, I’m absolutely not interested in coming inside. Thanks for asking.

It looks like someone just told Luna that the snow will eventually melt, and she is not pleased.

“Did I stutter? I told you, I do NOT want to come inside.”

Love that happy prance!

Look at that smile! Someone is quite content ❤️

Zoomies are more fun in the snow.

She found the pyrfect nap spot 💤

“I’ll come inside when you catch me. May the odds be ever in your favor.”

“Yeah, no. I’m absolutely not moving from this spot.”

A pyr will find snow. Even if it’s just a small snow pile.

Frisky floof in his element!

Do you struggle to get your pyr inside in this weather? Head over to our Facebook page to share your floof loving the snow!

If it's too cold for you, it's just pyrfect for them! Check out these 19 pyrs enjoying snow life ❤️

8 Ways Your Great Pyrenees Helps You Get Fit

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Are you looking to get a gym membership to reach your goals in the new year? If you have a Great Pyrenees, you can skip the membership—here's how.

The top resolutions every new year are to eat better and get in shape. I’m sure it’s been your resolution at least once (I know it’s been mine!). But gym memberships can be expensive—especially the sign up fee.

I’ve been looking for ways to get fit that don’t require going to a gym, and I realized the answer was in front of me this whole time. When I thought about it, having Great Pyrenees can give me a cardio and strength training workout.

You don’t need a gym membership—just a Great Pyrenees.

(psst… you can see the entire routine at the end of the article)

Cardio

First, let’s start with some cardiovascular exercise to keep your heart and lungs fit. You don’t need to step on a treadmill or spend hours on the elliptical to do get your workout in. That’s why you have a Great Pyrenees!

 

Running stairs to quiet barking: daily – 20x/day

Are you looking to get a gym membership to reach your goals in the new year? If you have a Great Pyrenees, you can skip the membership—here's how.

Let’s set the scene. You decide to put your home office upstairs, in the front of the house. Pyrs like to spend time in the backyard, which you can only access from the downstairs.

You’re getting some work done in your office and your Great Pyrenees starts to bark. To prevent your neighbors from calling the cops, you run downstairs, thank your pyrs for barking to quiet them down, then return to work.

Approximately three minutes pass (if you’re lucky), and they start to bark again. Back down the stairs, back up the stairs. Over and over and over.

There’s your cardio workout for the day!

 

Chasing during a walkabout: 30 min – 1x/week

Are you looking to get a gym membership to reach your goals in the new year? If you have a Great Pyrenees, you can skip the membership—here's how.

These smart escape artists can get out of almost anything. Whether it’s a friend not closing the front door entirely, or maybe your pyr can open the back gate—they’re always looking for an adventure.

Related: I Thank My Great Pyrenees for Barking

When they get a taste of adventure, they capitalize—and they are quick. Most people wouldn’t expect a pyr to be exceptionally agile, but they have to be to do their job. How can a pyr succesfully protect their flock from wolves and bears if they have no agility?

There have been times we’ve basically clotheslined the dog to end the walkabout. Did I tell you about the time Kiska jumped out of the SUV window and went on an adventure? 🙄 That’s a story for another day…

 

Trying to get your pyr inside: 10 mins – 5x/day

Are you looking to get a gym membership to reach your goals in the new year? If you have a Great Pyrenees, you can skip the membership—here's how.

It doesn’t matter how small your yard is—if your pyr doesn’t want to come inside, you’re going to have a challenge. Our yard is a good size, and trying to corral three dogs into the house isn’t an easy task.

Are you looking to get a gym membership to reach your goals in the new year? If you have a Great Pyrenees, you can skip the membership—here's how.

If they’re in guard dog mode (and when aren’t they in guard dog mode?), it will be a new level of challenging. Put on your running shoes—you might need cleats if you’re in the muddy PNW like us—and let the games begin.

Sometimes, I think I need a Border Collie to herd them all inside 🤷🏼‍♀️

 

Strength Training

We can’t just focus on cardio—strength training is equally important! Luckily, you don’t need weights or fancy machines to work your muscles. Your Great Pyrenees is all you need for strength training.

 

Brushing your pyr: 30 mins – 3x/week

Are you looking to get a gym membership to reach your goals in the new year? If you have a Great Pyrenees, you can skip the membership—here's how.

Think dumbbells and weight-lifting machines are the only way you can get an arm workout? Think again. Brushing your Great Pyrenees will give the arm training you never knew you needed.

You’ll also feel sore in places you didn’t know could feel sore. I realized I had muscles in the strangest places.

Are you looking to get a gym membership to reach your goals in the new year? If you have a Great Pyrenees, you can skip the membership—here's how.

Since the pyr shed is never-ending, you’ll always have a good strength training option when you need it! Grab your favorite brush, and start grooming.

 

Trimming the nails: 10 mins – 1x/week

Are you looking to get a gym membership to reach your goals in the new year? If you have a Great Pyrenees, you can skip the membership—here's how.

Another essential part of the Great Pyrenees grooming routine, and a great way to build your arm and grip strength.

If by some miracle you’ve found toenail clippers that can easily trim pyr nails (that also aren’t hedge clippers), you won’t get as much of a workout here. However, that’s a rare find (and please tell me your secret tool).

Related: 5 Must-Have Tools for Grooming Great Pyrenees

Keeping your dog still and trying to get through their thick nails will be a full body workout.

We’re working on transitioning all the dogs to a dremel for nail trimming, but we’re working on our grip strength in the meantime.

 

Lifting into the car: as needed

Are you looking to get a gym membership to reach your goals in the new year? If you have a Great Pyrenees, you can skip the membership—here's how.

If you have a queen like Mauja, you’ll have to help lift your dog into the car. And not to reveal a lady’s weight, but Mauja isn’t light as a feather. She’s like, a lot of feathers—and floof.

Or maybe you share your life with a Great Pyrenees who is afraid of cars or who has never been in one. There have been many transports that I’ve needed to lift an insecure pyr into the car.

Are you looking to get a gym membership to reach your goals in the new year? If you have a Great Pyrenees, you can skip the membership—here's how.

We do have a great car ramp for dogs, but sometimes it just isn’t convenient.

Oh, and remember. Lift with your legs not your back.

 

Keeping the home fur-free: 15 mins – 3x/day

Are you looking to get a gym membership to reach your goals in the new year? If you have a Great Pyrenees, you can skip the membership—here's how.

How many times a day do you vacuum or sweep? If I want to keep the house looking *somewhat* tidy, I vacuum once a day. If I want a clean house, it’s at least three times per day.

At least.

Are you looking to get a gym membership to reach your goals in the new year? If you have a Great Pyrenees, you can skip the membership—here's how.

Little did you realize, your Great Pyrenees is actually helping you get fit! I’ve decided that’s why they shed so much. They’re just looking out for our health. What wonderful dogs 😉

 

Walking an untrained pyr: 30 mins – 2x/day

Are you looking to get a gym membership to reach your goals in the new year? If you have a Great Pyrenees, you can skip the membership—here's how.

Pyrs aren’t just born with great leash manners—it takes a lot of work and practice. And these lovable goofballs are strong.

Related: How to Train Loose Leash Walking

I’ve received many strange looks while attempting to walk an untrained Great Pyrenees. The leash becomes a toy, you get tangled in leash and paws, and SQUIRREL. It’s another full body strength training exercise!

So, see—you really don’t need a gym membership to achieve your resolutions this year. All you need is a Great Pyrenees (and a little humor 🙃).

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Are you looking to get a gym membership to reach your goals in the new year? If you have a Great Pyrenees, you can skip the membership—here's how.

Feeding Your Great Pyrenees with The Farmer’s Dog

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Feed fresh and keep your dog happy with The Farmer's Dog. It's a favorite for the Great Pyrenees at It's Dog or Nothing!

Feeding dogs can be tough. Feeding Great Pyrenees can be even more tough.

Pyrs can be crazy particular eaters. They’ll like a food for a day, they turn their noses at it the next. It doesn’t matter what it is—dry, canned, or fresh—they get bored very easily.

Feeding three giant breed dogs gets really expensive, really fast. I only want the best for my three, but I also have to be able to pay the mortgage—so they can have their yard (because of course that was the main deciding factor when purchasing our home).

Oh, and not to mention the bully stick budget. That’s a hefty one for sure. So, we have to be realistic and balance.

 

Related: How to Help Your Dog Gain Weight

 

Finding quality dog food, while still sticking to a budget, is definitely a difficult task. I absolutely love the idea of fresh dog food delivered to my door, but they all typically have one plan.

You have to sign up so you’re feeding your dogs 100% that brand of food, 100% of the time. They make is extremely difficult to customize a feeding plan, which most of us find essential.

That’s why I’m thrilled to have found The Farmer’s Dog.

The Farmer’s Dog

First, signing up for The Farmer’s Dog is SO FUN.

You start by talking about your dog’s weight and personality.

Atka, a Great Pyrenees, filling out his profile for The Farmer's Dog.

You also add info about each dog’s body type, activity level, eating style, and allergies/concerns. Kiska is allergic to almost everything, so I loved being able to add that to her profile.

After adding all your pup’s info, you’re given your recipe options:

Okay okay, but let’s get to the best part.

Like I said before, my least favorite thing about signing up for meal plans like this is the inability to tailor it to our needs. I’m going to be honest—while the floofs eat better than I do, I still can’t afford exactly what I want to feed them.

We have to compromise.

Mauja, Atka, and Kiska are not on The Farmer’s Dog as their only food source. They all get a small amount of dry and/or canned food added in.

Feed fresh and keep your dog happy with The Farmer's Dog. It's a favorite for the Great Pyrenees at It's Dog or Nothing!

You really can’t beat the convenience of The Farmer’s Dog.

I’ve adjusted their meal plan so they are getting 25–50% of their daily caloric needs through The Farmer’s Dog. Then, I can round out their diet with other food sources.

You can also change the shipping frequency if you’re tight on freezer space—which we always are.

 

Related: What to Feed Your Giant Breed Puppy

 

All three floofs love The Farmer’s Dog and are giving you the floof guarantee. Try it out—your dog will thank you for it.

Want your pup to try The Farmer’s Dog? Click the orange banner below to get 50% off your first order!

Don’t worry—you can always cancel your subscription if you or your dog aren’t happy (I seriously doubt that will be the case!).

Feed fresh and keep your dog happy with The Farmer's Dog. It's a favorite for the Great Pyrenees at It's Dog or Nothing!

Rufus & Coco Keep My Great Pyrenees Clean

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Pacific Northwest winters are rough, y'all. Keeping my Great Pyrenees clean and white is a daily struggle. I hate bathing them frequently because it isn't good for their fur, but they need sprucing! That's why I'm loving Rufus & Coco's Water Free Wash. #whatadogwants #petsmartgrooming #newtopetsmart #rufusandcoco #naturallyaustralian #feellikeashowdog

I love Seattle, but let’s be honest: Seattle winters are rough, y’all.

The grass in our yard is sparse–and the mud–oh my gosh the mud.

Some days, I look at the floofs’ coats, and I’m not sure if I actually have Great Pyrenees or some oddly-behaving Newfoundlands.

Great Pyrenees have self-cleaning coats, but they’re not a magic. Okay, maybe they’re a little magical. Typically, the mud dries and flakes off, but when you’re battling Pacific Northwest winter weather, the coat loses the fight.

 

Related: 5 Must-Have Tools for Grooming Great Pyrenees

 

The floofs end up a gray/brownish color, and you can easily see the specs of dirt trapped deep in their coats. I reeeeeally want to give them baths at this point, but it’s a fine line between keeping them clean and stripping the oils from their coats. Great Pyrenees should only be bathed a few times a year to prevent damage.

You know what’s even worse for their coats than frequent bathing?

Washing your dog with human shampoo.

 

Human shampoo for dogs

Your dog comes into your house absolutely covered in mud. He needs a bath.

You search and search, but you don’t have any dog shampoo on hand. So, you grab your shampoo bottle and figure it’s better than nothing.

Pacific Northwest winters are rough, y'all. Keeping my Great Pyrenees clean and white is a daily struggle. I hate bathing them frequently because it isn't good for their fur, but they need sprucing! That's why I'm loving Rufus & Coco's Water Free Wash. #whatadogwants #petsmartgrooming #newtopetsmart #rufusandcoco #naturallyaustralian #feellikeashowdog

Right? Wrong. Your dog’s skin has a different pH level than human skin–human shampoo is almost 200 times too acidic for your dog. Their skin is only about three to five cells thick, while ours is 10-15 cells thick.

Kind of a big difference.

 

Rufus & Coco

Rufus & Coco—Australia’s most awarded pet brand–offers exclusively all-natural products, designed to gently, but thoroughly, clean your dog’s fur.

Skeptical about all-natural claims?

Australia has some of the most rigorous product standards in the world, setting the bar high.

 

Water Free Wash

Pacific North2est winters are rough, y'all. Keeping my Great Pyrenees clean and white is a daily struggle. I hate bathing them frequently because it isn't good for their fur, but they need sprucing! That's why I'm loving Rufus & Coco's Water Free Wash. #whatadogwants #petsmartgrooming #newtopetsmart #rufusandcoco #naturallyaustralian #feellikeashowdog

When the floofs are in between baths, I’m not sure what to do. Do I wash them and potentially strip their natural oils? Or do I just let my house become even more disgusting?

There has to be a middle ground.

That’s when I learned about dry shampoo for dogs.

I tried the whole DIY cornstarch and baking powder dry shampoo trick, but I just wasn’t satisfied with results. Plus, the dogs ended up with a weird, lingering scent. I searched for other options and learned about Rufus & Coco.

 

Related: Grooming a Double Coated Dog

 

It’s safe to say that Rufus & Coco Water Free Wash has become my new secret weapon for keeping my Great Pyrenees clean in the winter (psst… if your dog hates water, give dry shampoo a try).

Pacific Northwest winters are rough, y'all. Keeping my Great Pyrenees clean and white is a daily struggle. I hate bathing them frequently because it isn't good for their fur, but they need sprucing! That's why I'm loving Rufus & Coco's Water Free Wash. #whatadogwants #petsmartgrooming #newtopetsmart #rufusandcoco #naturallyaustralian #feellikeashowdog

Water Free Wash cleans by absorbing oils and dirt in your dog’s coat, while also neutralizing odor.

Not to mention, it adds that extra poof to their floof.

Also, I have to make a quick shout out to the 3in1 Pamper Spray. It’s a great way to freshen your floof between baths. My three don’t even mind it!

  

When it’s time to use water

Pacific Northwest winters are rough, y'all. Keeping my Great Pyrenees clean and white is a daily struggle. I hate bathing them frequently because it isn't good for their fur, but they need sprucing! That's why I'm loving Rufus & Coco's Water Free Wash. #whatadogwants #petsmartgrooming #newtopetsmart #rufusandcoco #naturallyaustralian #feellikeashowdog

I am super particular about the shampoo I use on Mauja, Atka, and Kiska. They all have extremely sensitive skin (and react to a lot of things), so I’m always trying to avoid a week of dosing them with Benadryl.

Rufus & Coco shampoos are hypoallergenic, non-toxic, and concentrated–so a little goes a long way.

They have several shampoos (including a special puppy shampoo!), but my absolute favorite is the 2in1 Bright White Wash. It definitely helps keep my trio white even in the rainy season.

 

Rufus & Coco products are now available at PetSmart! Take a look.

 

Pacific Northwest winters are rough, y'all. Keeping my Great Pyrenees clean and white is a daily struggle. I hate bathing them frequently because it isn't good for their fur, but they need sprucing! That's why I'm loving Rufus & Coco's Water Free Wash. #whatadogwants #petsmartgrooming #newtopetsmart #rufusandcoco #naturallyaustralian #feellikeashowdog

Want a Great Pyrenees puppy? Here’s what you need to know.

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Do you want a Great Pyrenees puppy? Adding a Great Pyrenees puppy to your home is much different than any other breed, so here's what you need to know.

Do you want a Great Pyrenees puppy? Adding a Great Pyrenees puppy to your home is much different than adding any other breed of puppy. It can be difficult, but if you’re prepared, you will be setting yourself up for an amazing life with your pyr.

We polled thousands of Great Pyrenees lovers for their best tips about adding a Great Pyrenees puppy to your home.

 

Food and Treats

“Find out what their high-value treats are for when you really need them to cooperate, but recognize that not all pyrs are food motivated.” – Emily R.

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11 Great Pyrenees Trying to Keep Cool

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Summer can be rough, you guys. Even though we're in the PNW, we've had quite the heat this year. Here's how we keep cool, and 11 other Great Pyrenees trying to keep cool.

It has been in the 90s a lot this summer, which isn’t normal for the Pacific Northwest, and the floofs have been hating every second of it. Frozen Kongs, baby pools, and cooling mats are my go-to methods for helping my three keep cool.

Here are 11 fantastic Great Pyrenees trying to keep cool and beat the summer heat.

 

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6 Reasons I Support Great Pyrenees Rescue

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Great Pyrenees rescue is something I've always been passionate about. Here are six reasons I support rescue and the stories behind them.

Recently, I shared my thoughts on finding a reputable dog breeder and why I believe they’re important.

Today, I’m going to share why reputable rescues are extremely important as well. I’ve come across sketchy rescues over the years. Rescues that pocket the money they get for the dogs rather than using it for their care. Rescues that don’t have the dog’s best interest in mind.

Some people encounter a rescue like this, have a bad experience, and then swear off rescues. Here are six reasons I support dog rescue, and why I think you should too.

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Breeding Great Pyrenees: Does Job Matter?

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Pet, show dog, or livestock guardian - does breeding matter? Here are tips for choosing a breeder and considerations for breeding Great Pyrenees.

Adopt don’t shop.

I’m sure everyone has heard this phrase encouraging people to rescue rather than purchase dogs from breeders or pet stores. I’m going to say something controversial–I don’t agree with it.

Do I think there is a rescue dog out there for the majority of people? Yes.

Do I think there are far too many people breeding? Yes.

Do I push adoption over the purchasing of dogs? Yes.

If I’m saying yes to all of these questions, then why can’t I get behind “adopt don’t shop”? To me, the answer is simple: Without people responsibly breeding Great Pyrenees, the breed I love and am extremely passionate about would cease to exist.

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5 Must-Have Tools for Grooming Great Pyrenees

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Grooming Great Pyrenees can be a challenge, but it doesn't need to be! Here are my top five must-have tools for grooming Great Pyrenees.

Grooming Great Pyrenees can be a lot of work. Their coats are thick and even though they only blow their coats twice a year, they shed all. year. long.

If you’re using the wrong tools, grooming Great Pyrenees will be that much more difficult. Over the years I’ve given a lot of products a try, and here are my top five grooming tools:

 

Oster Grooming Rake

Grooming Great Pyrenees can be a challenge, but it doesn't need to be! Here are my top five must-have tools for grooming Great Pyrenees.

The Oster Grooming Rake is hands down my absolute favorite tool for grooming Great Pyrenees. I’ve tried so many rakes, and this one gets deep into the undercoat without cutting the fur. My only complaint about the Oster Grooming Rake is that the handle isn’t very comfortable. However, I just wrapped some electrical tape around the handle and it made all the difference!

I get asked a lot about using a Furminator on a Great Pyrenees or breed with a similar coat. My advice is always no. Every time I have used it on a pyr, it has cut and damaged their fur.

 

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