The Montgomery Sheep Farm is home to several Great Pyrenees dogs that we use a live stock guardians for our 500 sheep. From time to time we will have a little of puppies which we offer to other farms and good homes. This very devoted and protective breed makes for a great guardian of both their family and livestock. The Great Pyrenees is gentle and affectionate, but also can be independent, vocal and shed a lot.

Our puppies cost $1225 each however If you choose to reserve a puppy, you must fill out the form and make a $325 deposit. $900 is due when the puppy is picked up.

Upon reviewing the form, if we believe the new owner would not be a good fit, we reserve the right to cancel and refund your deposit (minus $25 in credit card fees) in order to ensure the best home for each puppy, and the best puppy for each home .

We will respond about the expected availability of the next litter when we receive your reservation form. If you decide to cancel the reservation within 4 weeks before the scheduled pick up time of your puppy, we will refund 75% of your deposit. If you cancel after 4 weeks before the scheduled pick up date or fail to pick up your puppy we will be unable to refund the deposit.

If you are interested in reserving a puppy, please click on the button below to fill out the reservation form and make the deposit. After filling out the form you must click on the CART income to CHECK OUT and make the deposit payment.

The Breed

Overview

This very devoted and protective breed makes for a great guardian of both his family and livestock. An obedient dog, the Great Pyrenees is gentle and affectionate, but also relatively serious. The Great Pyrenees is a loveable large breed that reminds many of a teddy bear.

Character

Sometimes stubborn and independent, the Great Pyrenees is very loyal but wary of unfamiliar people or animals. Basically well mannered and affectionate, this breed does do well for companion purposes but shows his true colors in a country environment.

Temperament

Gentle, affectionate, obedient and eager to please, this breed does exceptionally well as a guardian of livestock. Commonly used for sheep and cattle. As the Great Pyrenees can be willful, training can be difficult. Good with other animals, and does surprisingly well with cats.

Care

Shedding heavily once a year, the Great Pyrenees requires much maintenance during this period. Regular brushing is always necessary with a medium to long haired breed, and should be brushed all the way to the undercoat to prevent matting. Occasional baths are acceptable.

Coat

The Great Pyrenees has a beautiful solid white double coat. The outer coat must be coarse and long, and is either straight or very slightly wavy. The undercoat should be thick and soft, somewhat like cotton. The coat of this breed is weather resistant. Expect frequent shedding.

Training

For Farms: Our Great Pyrenees parents and grandparents have worked with sheep. The puppies will be exposed to both sheep and chickens on our farm however, during the the first year great pyrenees can chase and injure chickens if not supervised and further trained. They should be ready to be with sheep once they arrive at their new home. Do not place young puppies with adult goats until they are at least 4 months old. We recommend flew and tick protection during the summer, and working with a local vet to ensure a baseline check up and required vaccinations are taken.

For homes: When young, our puppies will want to follow their owner on walk after the first 3 nights in their new home. Remove rugs in the new home and take the puppies outside and place on grass immediately after they wake up and after they eat or drink, so that they can feel the grass on their stomachs. They are extremely intelligent and will become house trained very quickly if the new owner is diligent about following these simple rules. Use food to motivate the puppy to learn their name, only say they name when you have a food reward ready for them to receive when they come to you. “Come” is the most important command. Train early and train often, always having a food reward when asking them to come or saying their name. The Great Pyrenees are very eager to work and please their owner. With the right training techniques, a dominant handler, and proven methods, this breed should be very obedient and loyal.

Activity

The Great Pyrenees does not do well in apartment life, unless the owner is diligent about taking their dog for morning and evening walks. Owner’s having a medium or large sized fence in yard are preferred. Our Pyrenees prefer not to use the bathroom where they live so regular morning and evening walks are important for owners who intend to use their puppy as a pet.

Weight

Male: Up to 160; Female: Up to 120 lbs

Height

Male: 27-32; Female: 25-29 inches

Color(s)

White or white with markings of gray, badger, reddish brown, or tan