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Heart of the Mountain: Why We Love the Great Pyrenees
AGPR Blog, AGPR News 12/9/25 AGPR Blog, AGPR News 12/9/25

Heart of the Mountain: Why We Love the Great Pyrenees

There are many reasons why we love Great Pyrenees dogs, affectionately known as ‘Pyrs’, but overall...

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AGPR Blog, AGPR News, Featured Pyrs 11/17/25 AGPR Blog, AGPR News, Featured Pyrs 11/17/25

Scarlett’s Story — Hope on Four (Wobbly) Legs

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Commonly Uncommon: Breed-Specific Health Issues Great Pyrenees Face
AGPR Blog, AGPR News, Caring For Your Pyr 11/11/25 AGPR Blog, AGPR News, Caring For Your Pyr 11/11/25

Commonly Uncommon: Breed-Specific Health Issues Great Pyrenees Face

When you think of a Great Pyrenees, you might picture a majestic, fluffy...

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Managing Joint Pain in Great Pyrenees Dogs
AGPR Blog, Caring For Your Pyr 10/18/25 AGPR Blog, Caring For Your Pyr 10/18/25

Managing Joint Pain in Great Pyrenees Dogs

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How to Create a Pyr-Proof Fence (And Why You’ll Probably Need One)
AGPR Blog, Caring For Your Pyr, Dog Behavior 10/5/25 AGPR Blog, Caring For Your Pyr, Dog Behavior 10/5/25

How to Create a Pyr-Proof Fence (And Why You’ll Probably Need One)

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Living With a Night Owl: Great Pyrenees and Their Nocturnal Habits
AGPR Blog, Dog Behavior 9/15/25 AGPR Blog, Dog Behavior 9/15/25

Living With a Night Owl: Great Pyrenees and Their Nocturnal Habits

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The Pyr Patrol: Why Great Pyrenees Love to Guard—Even When There's Nothing There
AGPR Blog, Dog Behavior 9/3/25 AGPR Blog, Dog Behavior 9/3/25

The Pyr Patrol: Why Great Pyrenees Love to Guard—Even When There's Nothing There

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Why Does My Great Pyrenees Ignore Me? Understanding Independent Dog Behavior
AGPR Blog, Dog Behavior 8/20/25 AGPR Blog, Dog Behavior 8/20/25

Why Does My Great Pyrenees Ignore Me? Understanding Independent Dog Behavior

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How to Celebrate Your Pyr: Birthday Ideas, Gotcha Days & More
AGPR Blog, Caring For Your Pyr 8/10/25 AGPR Blog, Caring For Your Pyr 8/10/25

How to Celebrate Your Pyr: Birthday Ideas, Gotcha Days & More

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AGPR Blog, Caring For Your Pyr 8/2/25 AGPR Blog, Caring For Your Pyr 8/2/25

Driving with Your Dog: Four Tips for Great Pyrenees Owners

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The History of Great Pyrenees Dogs
AGPR Blog, Dog Behavior 7/17/25 AGPR Blog, Dog Behavior 7/17/25

The History of Great Pyrenees Dogs

The Great Pyrenees is a breed with ancient roots and a noble spirit. Their story begins high in the rugged Pyrenees Mountains between France and Spain, where they earned their place as legendary guardians.

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Great Pyrenees vs Other Livestock Guardian Breeds: What Sets Them Apart?
AGPR Blog, Dog Behavior 6/30/25 AGPR Blog, Dog Behavior 6/30/25

Great Pyrenees vs Other Livestock Guardian Breeds: What Sets Them Apart?

When people think “livestock guardian dog,” Great Pyrenees are usually the first to come to mind—but they’re not the only ones out there. Breeds like Anatolian Shepherds, Maremmas, and Kuvasz also guard flocks. So what makes a Pyr stand out?

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Keeping Your Great Pyrenees Cool When the AC Goes Out
AGPR Blog, Caring For Your Pyr 6/25/25 AGPR Blog, Caring For Your Pyr 6/25/25

Keeping Your Great Pyrenees Cool When the AC Goes Out

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Xander’s Close Call: A Reminder About Pet Safety
AGPR Blog, Caring For Your Pyr 5/7/25 AGPR Blog, Caring For Your Pyr 5/7/25

Xander’s Close Call: A Reminder About Pet Safety

Xander, a cheerful and mischievous 1-year-old Great Pyrenees and proud alumnus of AGPR, recently experienced a health scare that serves as a crucial reminder for all pet owners.​

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AGPR Blog, AGPR News, Caring For Your Pyr 4/26/25 AGPR Blog, AGPR News, Caring For Your Pyr 4/26/25

What To Expect When You're Expecting… a Great Pyrenees

When we first saw Blueberry—known then as Snuffles—it was love at first sight. With his soulful eyes, slightly crooked smile, and that unmistakable Pyr floof, we knew he was something special.

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Adopting a Senior Great Pyrenees: Why Older Dogs Are Hidden Gems
AGPR Blog, AGPR News, Caring For Your Pyr 3/25/25 AGPR Blog, AGPR News, Caring For Your Pyr 3/25/25

Adopting a Senior Great Pyrenees: Why Older Dogs Are Hidden Gems

Senior Great Pyrenees might not have the bouncy energy of puppies, but what they offer instead is something deeply special: calm companionship, deep gratitude, and a heart full of love.

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Why We Require a Four-Foot Fence for Adoption
AGPR Blog, Caring For Your Pyr, Tools For Pyr Care 10/1/24 AGPR Blog, Caring For Your Pyr, Tools For Pyr Care 10/1/24

Why We Require a Four-Foot Fence for Adoption

At Appalachian Great Pyrenees Rescue, we require a minimum of a four-foot fence for the safety of the Great Pyrenees we adopt out...

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How Big Is A Great Pyrenees Dog?
AGPR Blog, Caring For Your Pyr 9/14/24 AGPR Blog, Caring For Your Pyr 9/14/24

How Big Is A Great Pyrenees Dog?

One of the most frequent comments we get when people meet Blueberry for the first time is...

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How Much Exercise Does A Great Pyrenees Need?
AGPR Blog, Caring For Your Pyr, Dog Behavior 8/14/24 AGPR Blog, Caring For Your Pyr, Dog Behavior 8/14/24

How Much Exercise Does A Great Pyrenees Need?

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Second Quarter Newsletter 2024
AGPR Blog, AGPR News 8/14/24 AGPR Blog, AGPR News 8/14/24

Second Quarter Newsletter 2024

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