Pyradigm Great Pyrenees
Meet the breeder
I'm Catherine S., the breeder behind Pyradigm Great Pyrenees located in Barre, VT. Our goal here at Pyradigm is to produce Pyrs that exemplify the best characteristics of this ancient, historic, and noble breed, as loving family companions, promising show dogs, and dedicated livestock guardians. I breed to preserve and protect the health, soundness, temperament, and instinct of this ancient breed.
Q. & A. with Catherine
Why did you start breeding?
We began breeding because we wanted to put our passion to good use!What makes your program special?
We are members of the Great Pyrenees Club of America and the Pyrenean Fanciers of the Northeast. We support breed rescue through the GPCA and Northeast Pyr Rescue.Where do your breeding dogs live?
They live in my home.
Getting a puppy from Catherine
Catherine has been certified by Good Dog’s screening team for responsible and trusted breeding practices. When you’re ready, reach out to ask about the puppies or anything else on your mind. You’ll get to know each other through messaging, phone, or video and pay securely, all on Good Dog.
Together, you’ll choose the puppy that’s right for you, stay in touch with regular updates, and plan how to bring your new puppy home.
Price
Contract & health guarantee
Catherine may provide a written contract or health guarantee when you purchase a puppy. This helps protect both you and your breeder, ensuring that you both have a clear understanding of the terms of your puppy purchase. If Catherine offers a contract or guarantee, the details will be personalized by them. If you have any questions or want to know more, don't hesitate to reach out to Catherine directly.
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What's included
From Good Dog
- Lifetime support from Good Dog’s Care Team
- 10% lifetime discount on Figo pet insurance
- Puppy Training Program & private community
Puppy health practices
- Vet check
- First round of shots and deworming
Location & pick-up
You can drive or fly to pick up your puppy from Catherine.
Breeder's location
Meet in Barre, VT
439 miles away
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Other pick-up locations
Meet at BTV
More about Catherine
Club memberships
Catherine is a member of Pyrenean Fanciers of the Northeast and Great Pyrenees Club of America.
Certifications & recognitions
AKC Canine Ambassador, CHIC Certified, American Kennel Club Canine College, AKC Breeder with H.E.A.R.T., AKC Breeder of Merit.
Catherine has been a member of Good Dog for over 5 years
Catherine was screened for responsible practices and has been a member since 2020.
Catherine’s links
Catherine is a trusted Good Dog breeder
Pyradigm Great Pyrenees meets or exceeds our community standards in these areas:
- Responsible breeding practices
- Health of breeding dogs and puppies
- Puppy environment and enrichment
- Buyer education and policies
Parent health testing
Excellent level
Pyradigm Great Pyrenees reports to performing the health tests below on their breeding dogs. Ask your breeder about the tests performed on the parents of your litter. Learn more about health testing for Great Pyrenees.
Hip Dysplasia , Hip Dysplasia (Preliminary)
Hip testing reduces the chance of passing down hip dysplasia, which is primarily found in large breed dogs and can cause hip pain and the eventual loss of the function of the hip joint.
Elbow Dysplasia (Preliminary)
Elbow testing reduces the chance of passing down elbow dysplasia, which is primarily found in large breed dogs and can cause arthritis in the elbow joint and front leg lameness.
Cardiac Evaluation (registered with OFA)
Heart testing reduces the chance of passing down congenital heart disease, which can cause a range of symptoms ranging from trouble exercising to heart failure.
Patellar Luxation
Knee testing reduces the chance of passing down Patellar Luxation, which results in the kneecap becoming displaced or dislocated and can cause mild to severe joint pain.
Congenital Deafness (BAER, registered with OFA), Shoulder Osteochondrosis
A breeder may perform additional tests on their dogs that do not fall into these general categories. These tests may be more uncommon or very specific to a particular breed.
DNA Coat/Trait Panel, OFA/CHIC DNA Repository, Neuronal Degeneration (NDG), Multifocal Retinopathy 1 (CMR1), Degenerative Myelopathy (DM; SOD1A), Glanzmann's Thrombasthenia, Great Pyrenees Type
Genetic testing reduces the chance of passing down a wide variety of hereditary diseases of differing prevalence and severity such as Progressive Retinal Atrophy (an eye disease) and Von Willebrand's Disease (a blood disease).
