Related breedBullmastiff1860 to 1924 · United KingdomPyrenean Mastiff at a glance
- Origin
- Aragon, Spain
- Appeared
- 1500 to 1977 (likely)
- Family
- European Mastiff
- Type
- Livestock guardian
- Size
- Giant
- Life span
- 10 to 12 years
- Recognised by
- FCI
- Status
- Living
- FCI standard
- No. 92
The name. Spanish mastín del Pirineo, "mastiff of the Pyrenees".
Same familyGreat Dane1600 to 1880 · GermanyFamily and relatives
Gave rise to
Sister breeds
Same family: European Mastiff
Boston Terrier, Boxer, Bull Terrier, Bulldog, Bullmastiff, Cane Corso
Same time, same continent
Bearded Collie, Beauceron, Bergamasco Shepherd, Cairn Terrier, English Setter, Kooikerhondje
Same eraPapillon1500 to 1935 · France, BelgiumPlace in time
The Pyrenean Mastiff appears 1500 to 1977 (likely), in the Age of Exploration, when 87 breeds first appeared.
A full article on the Pyrenean Mastiff is coming. Meanwhile, the Border Collie shows what every breed page will hold: see the Border Collie.
