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Haven't been real sure how to
address this but here goes.
I, myself, know that a Pyr is
not greatly concerned with speed unless something serious (in their mind) has
gotten their attention. For instance, Moses is a wonderful obedience dog
but is a little slow sometimes on recall and heel. Instructors are always
telling me, "he's a big dog, he can go faster....try 'this', try 'that'."
However, he is very quick when nessary at home.
I also know that a Pyr would
need speed in chasing/fighting a predator but what I was refering to in this
comment, and I realize I should've made myself more clear, is: In the ring
they are not looking to see how fast a dog can run, not even Greyhounds that I
know of. What they are looking for is ease and effeciency. Perhaps
they should look at speed as well but I'm not sure how we would properly judge
this at a tipical conformation show.
It also states in the
standard: The Great Pyrenees moves smoothly and elegantly, true and
straight ahead, exhibiting both power and agility. The stride is well balanced
with good reach and strong drive. The legs tend to move toward the center line
as speed increases. Ease and efficiency of movement are more important than
speed.
I'm sorry for not clearifying
myself.
I've
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