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let's talk about the Majestic Great
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Pyrenees those fluffy Giants that look
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like they just walked off a cloud if
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you're lucky enough to be a great
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Pyrenees owner there are a few essential
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truths you must never forget here are 12
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things all Great Pyrenees owners must
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keep in mind infused with a little humor
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and a healthy dose of reality one gentle
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Giants first off let's acknowledge that
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these dogs are not just big they're
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gentle Giants we're talking about dogs
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that can weigh over 100 lb and stand
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nearly 3 ft tall when you own a Great
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Pyrenees you're not just getting a pet
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you're getting a small horse so if you
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live in an apartment good luck fitting
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that Majestic fluff ball through the
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door you might as well put up a sign
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caution enter at your own risk two
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independent thinkers now here's the
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kicker these dogs are independent
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thinkers they've been bred to guard
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livestock without constant supervision
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which means they often think they know
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better than you do you might find
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yourself giving commands only to be met
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with a look that says yeah I'll get to
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it eventually training requires patience
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they'll do what they want when they want
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it's like living with a teenager who's
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just discovered their freedom three
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shedding season let's talk about
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shedding owning a Great Pyrenees means
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embracing fur as part of your home decor
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they shed you around but during seasonal
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changes forget about it you'll find Fur
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in your food on your clothes and
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probably in your coffee if you're not
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careful invest in a good vacuum cleaner
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because you'll need it more than you
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need your morning coffee four grooming
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Galore speaking of fur grooming is not
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optional it's mandatory their double
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coat needs regular brushing at least
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once a week to prevent matting and keep
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them looking their best if you think you
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can skip grooming day think again you
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might end up with a dog that resembles a
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walking Tumbleweed five exercise needs
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now don't let their size fool you Great
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Pyrenees don't need as much exercise as
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you might think a leisurely walk for
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about 30 minutes each day is usually
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sufficient they're not marathon runners
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they prefer to take their time and enjoy
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the scenery like stopping to sniff every
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single blade of grass along the way six
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barking buddies get ready for some vocal
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performances Great Pyrenees have a
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tendency to bark often and loudly they
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were bred to protect livestock so if
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they hear something suspicious like the
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wind rustling leaves expect an
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enthusiastic response your neighbors
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will either love or hate you depending
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on how much they enjoy K9 concerts seven
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space requirements these dogs need space
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lots of it if you don't have a big yard
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or access to open areas for them to roam
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reconsider your decision to adopt one
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they thrive in environments where they
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can stretch their legs and explore
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without feeling cramped a small
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apartment that's like putting an
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elephant in a phone booth eight Food
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Matters when it comes to food quality
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matters Great Pyrenees require a
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balanced diet to maintain their health
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and energy levels make sure you're
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feeding them highquality dog food that
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meets their nutritional needs because
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nobody wants an unhealthy giant who
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thinks the couch is their personal
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Throne nine health health checks regular
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vet checkups are crucial these dogs can
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be prone to certain health issues like
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hip dysplasia and heart problems keeping
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up with health screenings will help
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ensure your furry friend stays happy and
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healthy for years to come 10 training
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challenges training can be quite the
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adventure with these independent Souls
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they can be stubborn and may not always
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listen to commands right away so prepare
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for some creative negotiation tactics
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when trying to get them to obey 11
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family companions Great Pyrenees are
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known for being affectionate and loyal
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family members they thrive on
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companionship and love being part of
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family activities so don't leave them
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out include them in your life they'll
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repay your kindness with unwavering
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loyalty and love 12 lifelong commitment
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finally remember that bringing home a
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Great Pyrenees is a long-term commitment
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these dogs can live up to 12 years or
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more be prepared for the ups and downs
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of dog ownership because every moment
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spent with him is worth it in conclusion
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owning a Great Pyrenees is like having
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an oversized teddy bear that thinks it
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runs the show keep these 12 points in
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mind and you'll navigate The Fluffy
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chaos of life with your Great Pyrenees
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like a pro Embrace The Joy the fur and
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all the love these gentle Giants bring
