Karen,
Yes, Great Pyrs are wonderful dogs. They are great natural guards and taking care of their families and homes is their job! They just love kids and would let them do just about anything to them without harming them. For instance, a little girl came up to my Avalanche and started twisting her ear because she thought they were so pretty. Avi just let her without any aggressive move. However, adults may be a different story. Avi just did not like some people and you never knew who she would not like. If she liked you, though, you had it made! She was very protective of me on our daily walks. No one could ever harm me! Obedience was another story. She passed obedience class with flying colors. She knew what all the commands meant, but, if she didn't feel like doing as you asked, she would not! They are very independent dogs and also VERY smart. She also loved sitting on the couch next to you with her big drooly head in your lap. You always had to have a drool towel around! She was such a love and sooo beautiful!! I really do miss her a lot. I was lucky to have her with me for 12 1/2 years which is a long life for a Pyr!!
Su

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