Floyd Saint Bernard & Great Pyrenees Mix Nashville, TN

Floyd is a 5 year old, 220 pound Pyrenean mastiff. This breed is rare enough that Petfinder doesn't even list the breed. This is an incredibly sweet dog who is enormous. Even with his enormous size, he very delicately takes treats from your hand.

Floyd was bred to guard livestock from wolves and bears but he's not really cut out for that line of work. He prefers to hog the air conditioning vent. Despite his lack of interest in livestock work, Floyd is watchful and protective which are breed characteristics. Nothing escapes his notice. He is calm and easy going, but this is not a marshmallow dog.

Floyd has excellent indoor manners, walks and rides well, and is a very good boy. He is lower energy, but he is not a slug. He will require exercise and he actually needs to knock off about 15 pounds as he is slightly overweight. He needs an owner that understands the breed involved and what they do.

Floyd will require a fenced yard and a home with no dogs or cats. He is fine with people, but given his size, kids over 12 please.

Interested adopters should email jean@bigfluffydogs.com. I will consider applicants from everywhere we place.

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