Dogs chase away grizzly bear near Bynum (video)

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3. Great Pyrenees!

I've had Pyrs since the 70s. First as livestock guardians for my herd of dairy goats and a small flock of wool sheep, protecting them from coyotes and loose dogs. They were excellent protectors, gentle with all the babies, but fiercely defending them when needed.

One of them always traveled with us to livestock shows, keeping us, our critters, and all our stuff safe from two-legged predators. They are so loyal and many times over they saved us from harm.

As time went on our Pyrs moved from predator control to became our dearest home companions. Now we have Powder who faithfully walks me out to the mailbox everyday as my personal guardian, the protector of our home and hearth. She is a multi purpose dog, serving as a floppy doorstop/doormat, making sure no one can enter without her approval. She is also a dedicated foot warmer, and takes pride in being a very large cat toy.