by Nicole
(Tulsa, Oklahoma, U.S.)
Hello! I am the owner of an incredible 7-yr-old pyr rescue named Max who I absolutely ADORE. (I've been ruined for life...I don't think I can ever get another breed!) I've read stories of the pyr instinct that comes out when there is a threat, and I definitely do see that side of him from time to time. However, we live in the suburbs with a large yard, not the country. His temperament has always seemed to be 100% pyr, and I'm very confident he would guard against bears/coyotes/other threatening wild animals.
My question: Do you think that a pyr would recognize a human intruder as a threat and act?
For instance, if I or another family member (part of the "flock") were being physically attacked by another strange human, would he (or pyrs in general) act/fight to protect us? I know that generally pyrs are not supposed to be aggressive toward humans, but I also know they instinctively protect. Occasionally, I'll see him growl at a human who is a bit sketchy/strange, but he's generally friendly & tolerable with other people, like I believe pyrs are intended to be. (Sorry for the long question--trying to be comprehensive.)
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