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Sticks-A Danger to Dogs

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Pyrenean Mastiff

Vital Statistics: Place of Origin: Spain Group: Guard dog Height: males 30-32 in.; females 28-29 1/2 in. Weight: 120-180 lbs. Life span: 10-12 yrs. Trainability: high Good with children: yes, although toddlers should be supervised due to dog’s size Good with other pets: yes What is the origin of the Pyrenean Mastiff? These dogs appeared […]