'He's lucky to be alive' | Vets describe care for dog that killed 8 coyotes protecting sheep

Nurses said Casper lost his tail and had significant wounds to on his back and neck, and wasn't even found until two days after the attack by a pack of 11 coyotes.
Despite being only a 20-month-old Great Pyrenees, the livestock herding dog at a home in Decatur displayed his heroic actions by protecting a herd of sheep last month.
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[@shakingsticksatthings6628]

11 on 1 and he made it home.. He's not just a hero... he's a LEGEND!

[@jt-qs5en]

Exactly what I was thinking, this story is amazing

[@christhompson3750]

He's a warrior ❤️

[@zackfowler8613]

This dog is the true definition of a hero. 8 kills out of 11.... At one time, wow.

[@qiyamahl9255]

Legend indeed!!

[@elusivelectron]

Not many people know this, but coyotes will often have a scout in the group that tries to get dogs to chase them. They will run into the center of the pack and ambush the dog. This dog proved he wanted to live.

[@willmach]

He is only 20 months old. That's still a puppy that dug deep to do his duty. Well done warrior

[@Lynn-zx3th]

Wow I didn’t know he was that young.

[@kirankhare5630]

Amazing 🤩

[@erismana2105]

They should of had more dogs

[@kevinmonceaux2101]

I overlooked his age in the description. What a brave puppy. I recently had a furry family member the same age and of similar breed, an Anatolian Shepherd, join my pack. They are gentle giants. Get well soon Casper.

[@theresawebb5724]

OMG What an amazing, dedicated and loyal baby!!!! Killing 8 coyotes what a super hero he is. My ♥️ goes out to him 🥰🥰🥰

[@Anonerak2]

He did not loose his tail in an attack, he lost his tail in glorious battle.

[@broadwaywes]

He deserves a buddy to train! He’s earned Leader status, and deserves a friend to help him

[@2okaycola]

📠 bb warrior training campus

[@dianarug4662]

I agree

[@candysands2632]

Yes whole litters

[@Freddy_Confetti]

Now he’s got PTSD

[@pepitoculazo665]

yes! even dogs need mini therapy dogs:(❤️

[@heykeiffers6684]

He looks like a war veteran just came out of battle. That’s one tough dog!

[@Hero4Hire4]

If Rambo was real and a canine. 💪🏽🫡

[@Cr0wned_Crow]

He did fight a war. And he won

[@heathenwolf4997]

Doing what they were bred to do, guard livestock.. he is a Livestock Guard Dog. They are used to protect against all means of predators. Some even people.

[@calebscrazyamazinglife1795]

LGDs are amazing and if you give them a spiky collar it is like armor for them no more neck wounds

[@ChewyChicken589]

@@calebscrazyamazinglife1795 I never realized that but it makes a lot of sense. I was just thought they looked cool LOL

[@justinwilliams1127]

Casper is a legend. However, let's also take a moment to recognize these incredible medical workers who got him back into good health. You are appreciated.

[@sh.4409]

I would like to recognise his dad is a shithead.

[@Blessed-jz7fh]

Well said, absolutely beautiful

[@chuckhelms5248]

We have Pyrenees and use spiked collars on all of them when in a livestock protection role. They are lifesavers and prevent the predator from biting down on the neck. What a good boy :)

[@mondayquarterback9174]

Great forethought in protection! I've seen spiked vests too that are designed to protect the spine & vulnerable areas.

[@olgamiller216]

Using spiked collars is smart! I hope people see your comment & it starts a trend amongst people who have working dogs! I also think it wise for people with livestock have at least 3 dogs watching! Nothing like a little back-up for "family protectors"!!

[@ShinyMew151]

So the spike collars have a practical use? I thought it was for looks. To make them look intimidating and that's it.

[@missysmessage722]

Amazing idea

[@GotAnUmbrella]

@@ShinyMew151 for actual working dogs there's a purpose, for most family pets it's for looks.

[@abcde7541]

I hope his owner get another or two more guard dogs to help Casper. He wouldn't have had a hard time defending the sheeps if there were more of him.😢

[@TanPatty]

you took the words outta my mouth. was going to type get 1 or 2 more 😀

[@willieverusethis]

He had two, one stayed with the sheep and he attacked. They worked as a team!

[@carlhsieh2615]

No Casper should not be doing anymore guard duty for the rest of his life 🙏😭

[@Acadian.FrenchFry]

Him losing that skin means fur will not grow back in those areas and it would leave him too vulnerable to the elements. He should become a part time working dog who sleeps in the house. They should get more dogs from his bloodline.

[@aodhokelly8811]

@@Acadian.FrenchFry And doesn't the fur protect against predators, bites and claws also?

[@chrisddr3]

I’m glad his owners took him to the vet instead of putting it out of its misery like many world have done. A worthy treatment for a worthy pup.

[@brian19991]

must have been a hard call that too. The damage, blood and all. They did him right though. I'd get 3 more dogs, so that'd not happen again. Never knew this breed was that strong, though. Looks so friendly, but instinct in animals is another thing, way stronger than ours.

[@ramirami3924]

He had to think whether to take him to the vet or not The owner dosen`t deserve this dog!

[@bigd4561]

100%

[@gloriarangott8803]

@brian19991 They are one of the most incredible breeds for working. The other breed I love is the husky...only they are temperamentally.differentWillful and stubborn and string minded...they are the lawyers of all the dogs, and they'll argue their point forever if you aren't a true Alpha owner that they respect. Also extremely hard working.

[@lollypop2413]

@@brian19991 exactly! Always have 2 or more...1 is bloody cruel

[@GUNMETALGUYUSA]

This dog has more heart than most of the people I pass every day.

[@2okaycola]

Ganggg

[@Technoirz]

I would say everyone

[@GUNMETALGUYUSA]

@@Technoirz Agreed 100%, sometimes the more than myself but I'm working on that every day

[@lalahernandez6574]

But he killed 8 coyotes though just want to survive

[@GUNMETALGUYUSA]

@@lalahernandez6574 which one specifically, are you speaking of, wanted to survive? 🤔

[@thekaerichtexas]

Awwww poor buddy. 😢 I hope he recovers as well as he can...the fact that a dog was able to kill 8 coyotes is amazing

[@jimothyj2638]

@@Susweca5569 good for them. Feral and outdoor cats do terrible damage to the native ecosystem and have wipe out 33 species and counting

[@Peldyn]

What a beautiful dog. So glad he is recovering

[@harryfp1494]

@@jimothyj2638can’t agree more and I’m a cat lover

[@2muchFun4yourBuns]

@@jimothyj2638 well that’s not the cat’s fault. you should be blaming the losers who dump cats and kittens to fend for themselves and idiots who let their cats outside. people are at fault for all domestic animal’s troubles.

[@2muchFun4yourBuns]

@@harryfp1494 ^^ a real cat lover wouldnt blame the cats. you guys really don’t bother to think past your front doors.

[@jreverie7018]

Wow!!! 11 vs 1 and he takes out 8 of them and survives!! What an animal full of heart. Legend

[@MrTmax74]

A force user for sure.

[@Fastfordsandlodedguns]

He tracked down the others

[@Rustyemu93]

He had a partner dog that stayed by the flock while he went to wreak havoc

[@charmc4152]

​@@Rustyemu93 That's how they typically work.

[@ChefMac1025]

What a shitty owner to sit there and watch it. Sounds like he is trying to make fighting dogs. Must have been a gun free zone

[@ZeroCarbDaddy]

If you watch the owners video you can tell how troubled he was try to find this hero dog for two days. Kudos to this dogs efforts. He won’t understand not being able to do his job and being retired. Tugs at my heartstrings.

[@DeagleGamesTV]

do you have a link?

[@fffrrraannkk]

@@DeagleGamesTV Links get auto deleted sometimes, but the video is called : "Stacked up against 11 coyotes, herd dog kills 8 to save sheep in Decatur neighborhood".

[@Boo-pv4hn]

Obviously work dogs will need stimulation but that doesn’t mean doing this sort of dog and risking such severe damage. He can be retired but still stimulated plenty of work dogs in family homes that get a lot of walks and mental stimulation games

[@crystalbluebutterfly]

Gross! His job??? Do you even hear yourself??? Do you have any idea what you’re even saying?? No, clearly, you don’t. You’re super conditioned, programmed, and whitewashed to even think that this is acceptable. This is called colonization. And it’s been going on for about 10,000 years, but it’s never been a good thing for the planet and the biomass of wild flora and fauna that is systematically destroyed by animal agriculture industry operations, and the ensuing deforestation, habitat loss, and species extinction it has caused globally. This is a horrible story, and dogs and people who own dogs and who farm animals are what really need to go. Or at least wake the F up and change your unconscious, selfish ways of life. End all support of the animal agriculture industry worldwide effective immediately, including all animal-based pharmaceuticals, like vaccines! Instead, plant trees, and eat plants. Ya know? Like an actual guardian, gardener, steward, and protector of All Life and of all habitats and all creatures great and small, like human animals are meant to be. Not killers, destroyers, and consumers of All Life and of all habitats and all creatures great and small, like we are and have been for far too long. That’s more like being totally Satanic and worshipping Satan by normalizing violence, and worshipping death by eating it for breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Gah! So unconscious! So ridiculous! Everyone on this thread and in this whitewashed, global, collapsing society. Stupid is, as stupid does. 🤦🏻‍♀️

[@bapbirb]

When dogs(and alot of animals) are badly injured or sick, they distance themselves from their family because they think it would be hindrance to their loved ones... Poor dog probably thought it was best idea to die in isolation after all that heroic act.

[@christinawright3336]

Nominate him for Farm Bureau’s Farm Dog of the Year! $15,000 of vet bills-sounds like he’s worth every penny!

[@groofoot]

I wonder how much one sheep costs ...

[@groofoot]

Good ol' google ----> The Cost of Sheep, Explained In my experience, the usual price for a purebred and registered adult ewe will range from around $300 to $400. It the ewe is going to have lambs in the following few weeks or a month, you can expect to pay something on the high end of that range - closer to $400. ...

[@a.w.thompson4001]

And the females have lambs, so include that over time in the calculations. 😉

[@writerconsidered]

@@groofoot He's family, you don't do a cost/benefit analysis on family members.

[@mariomartins2694]

@OnlyUseMeBlade’s Sidepiece "According to FOX 5 Atlanta, Casper received over $15,000 worth of care to treat his injuries". I don't understand why ppl like you go online and dispute things without knowing what you're talking about when you can use Google and find your answer in 2-3 seconds. You called the dude out and called it "comical". Guess you're the one that's comical

[@yvespenaflor4610]

He's like a special forces or Navy seal dog. What a badass I hope he recover so fast.

[@trumpisgod2535]

@@sit-insforsithis1568 That’s what the military is for

[@Linus1871]

@@trumpisgod2535 It should be.

[@antaraanikapiya2075]

@@trumpisgod2535 so military is for not defending your home but attacking others home like a terrorist and terming them ‘terrorists’ like a hypocrite?

[@yeastori]

Seal dog sounds right somehow

[@ykz1]

​@trumpisgod2535 ah yes it's not like the usa bomb the innocent people in the middle east all the time

[@wendicarpenter5635]

This dog definitely deserves a medal an steak dinners an lots of love from his parents. What a good beautiful dog. You are a hero to me

[@Tryagain563]

Steak dinners with gravy, every night!

[@peto7020]

So, a meat eater is ‘a hero’ for protecting animals bred for meat from other meat eaters by killing 8 individual animals and shall now be rewarded by being given pieces of another animal bred for meat? How does ANY of that make sense? What do you think will happen to those sheep down the road?

[@wendicarpenter5635]

to how do you know the sheep are for meat why do people always have to be so negative.

[@dicksimmons8057]

@@peto7020 Wool, anyone?

[@caramelcopcat]

@@peto7020you are kind of dumb lol. To answer your question, yes! And anyway, sheep can make wool and fleece without being slaughtered.

[@mando482]

This dog is 20 months old. Just a young pup and he looks like he just got back from a war

[@aaronhiggs]

He’s a salty vet now. Poor doggo.

[@sonatine3266]

Because he does. 1v11 is a battle, no fight.

[@jin_cotl]

I literally thought he was like 4-11 years old. That’s so young for a pup ;-;

[@nenabunena]

Hope he heals 100% and gets another dog companion to help him heard And protect next time.

[@MyLovelyAriel]

Because he did. 😮

[@cinsationalcinema1776]

Outstanding. There needs to be a movie made about him. What a wild story of bravery, strength and devotion.

[@tcjohnson3437]

A true warrior. Don't force him to be a house dog. Guarding is what he was born to do and wants to do. As I understood the original story, the last dead coyote was found a considerable distance from where this all began. So, he engaged in a running battle with the coyotes away from where they initially tried attacking the sheep. Then he turned up two days later back behind his owners house. This dog goes down in guard dog INFAMY. Salute to Casper !

[@KittyxKult]

He has permanent injuries that will leave him vulnerable in easy to kill spots. The next attack will kill him. Allow him to retire in peace but still have an active life. He can still guard his family

[@MJ-ct3gv]

♥️

[@misaelfraga8196]

Coyotes, or wolves?

[@tcjohnson3437]

@@misaelfraga8196 coyotes.

[@Scoondog]

Dog jumped in the middle of the pack letting them know whoever wants it can get it

[@ItsMeHello555]

He’s done the job of MANY, MANY working dogs. He’s earned a spot in retirement on the sofa. Get several dogs to take his place, please. Solo work is too dangerous for anything or anyone, when it’s your life on the line for your work. Just a beautiful, courageous soul. I’m in awe. Selfless. Sending him all the love in the world. ❤️

[@ItsMeHello555]

@@Travis12861 , I wish there had been a third dog, then. Lol. I watched some videos of the owner too. Not faulting him, but when I see coyotes on my property, I follow the dogs with my guns. Don’t just leave it all up to them. I am NOT a farmer though. I just have land out in a rural area with plenty of coyotes.

[@sandykeef4638]

Totally agree! He's a hero!!

[@ItsMeHello555]

@@Travis12861 , 👍🏻 😎

[@ItsMeHello555]

@@sandykeef4638 Nothing but! Didn’t even come to the house for help. In a chicken coupe.. no doubt watching over them, trying to heal. Kills me dead.

[@libertybelllocks7476]

Well, he is 20 months and working dogs dont like retirement. Also for the guy talking about guns - good luck, a dog fight is too chaotic to try and shoot what your dog is fighting. You are better off walking up to the coyote and stabbing it to death.

[@Pendaovemercia-ns4hz]

Look how gentle he is. Honestly deserves to have songs and legends written about him like Gelert.

[@anthonycooke6835]

Like the saying goes, better to be a warrior in a garden than a gardener in a war. Be strong enough to be gentle

[@FIENDHUNTERMX]

If I were this dog's owner, I would spend the rest of my days caring for him and making sure he was safe, supervised and loved at all times, I would pamper him and provide everything he would ever need :')

[@Snow-xd4rv]

I'm sure that's what the owners doing, let's stop with the passive aggressive and acting like he isn't doing anything

[@FIENDHUNTERMX]

@@Snow-xd4rv I didn't say they weren't doing anything for him. I only said what I would do if I was in that position. I didn't even imply anything about the current owner.

[@realconfigs]

@@Snow-xd4rv seems like you're having a bad day. It's alright pal everything will be alright, stay strong

[@SPDFRK]

I heard you. Sometimes reading comprehension is hard when you can't see past your own opinion. I agree. This dog has a priority spot near the fire and first fed. Well done boy. Good dog. I can't help thinking about veterans though . . .

[@gargwinvinesnake6961]

It is likely what the owners would like to do, keep him close and safe. My guess is he'll want to head back to guarding his flock and become extremely depressed if he's prevented from doing so.

[@debbauer5634]

Casper was doing what his breed was meant to do. Great job! It sounds like there was another livestock guardian dog who stayed with the sheep to mkae sure the coyotes didn't sneak around Casper. What an excellent job as a team. I have had Pyrs and Casper is displaying typical Pyr behavior between protectiing the sheep and being a gentle giant with people... as long as they aren't strangers out to get his sheep!

[@Urmomisokwithme]

Exactly! I think I saw that they’re retiring Casper… I could be wrong, but good boy deserves it. I couldn’t imagine he knows how to retire just yet. The owners are awesome; I’m so glad they had more than Casper.

[@2okaycola]

@@Urmomisokwithme he’s only 2! He could work another 10 years easily but he needs more backup

[@noah5291]

He was bred for a purpose but he wasn't meant to do anything.

[@pdbabe]

Wierwille recounted to the outlet that he witnessed Casper jump a fence and attack a pack of 11 coyotes, biting their heads and throwing their bodies over his shoulder. The owner is unsure if the animals attacked first or if Casper felt they were threatening his partner, Daisy, who was pregnant with eight puppies. During the incident, Wierwille's five other Great Pyrenees dogs herded the farm's sheep away from the chaos.

[@lestersmith7]

The dog or cat that filmed this interview did an outstanding job! Absolutely incredible camera work! That intense zoom in and close up shot of the door handle was next level. So natural.

[@oahuhawaii2141]

Must study this thing. Must watch humans do their magic with it. Must figure out how this works to get out of here. I can smell the food. Must get there.

[@senorchivo90]

I have a pyrenees retriever. 99% of the time, he's the sweetest dog you'll ever meet, like a goofy, oversized golden. But the 1% of the time when he's sensed danger (coyotes, foxes, wildcats, intruders), he's jumped into action without hesitation. If I had animals or children in the household that needed looking after, no doubt I'd get a few pyrs or pyr mixes. Amazing dogs. Casper is the goodest boy. Hope he lives a long, happy life.

[@invadingminds]

Thank you for sharing this. My husband and I have been deciding on what kind of dog to get since we live in the woods now.

[@lisasop2681]

@@invadingminds if u get bears over there, please keep the dog inside...

[@drivewayturtle65]

I just lost my Great Pyrenees last year. He honestly was the best dog I have ever owned. Smart as a whip, kind, loving and thought he was human. I miss him more than I miss some people I've known. RIP Blitzen.

[@EmilyBoltz]

I’m so sorry. I’m saving to get a dog and this was a breed I was looking at. I think I made my choice now.

[@susanosman3643]

I hear ya! I recently lost my "BEAR" ~~~He was my self taught "service dog", who would come up to me when I'd fallen, stand beside me and "brace" so that I could sling my arms over his back,grab some fur and slowly pull myself up. What a BLESSING he was! RIP BEAR 🐻 I miss you SO much BOO BOO.

[@jennajoseph893]

Im so sorry for your loss. RIP Blitzen

[@jennajoseph893]

@@susanosman3643I’m so sorry for your loss. RIP Bear.

[@2okaycola]

I’ve only known these dogs as GRAND not great… grand as in the term of “giant dog”

[@muthoninjauyah3968]

His eyes are so sad. I wish him, and every dog like him, alot of Joy, Love, and Peace as they do their job🙏🏾.

[@mattd9470]

That dog has bigger balls than most. What a warrior! Thank you ladies for great work.

[@ziginaigra]

bigger balls than owner 100%

[@timothycollins1968]

Matt D……..dogs a boss!!!!

[@Zarastro54]

Ironically he probably doesn’t have balls at all anymore if he was already neutered.

[@miriamvivo4279]

Tiene cojones grande , deserve the medal of honor dog version

[@BryanEberle]

@thosepeopledontmatter8305 NO BUT I SURE WOULD HAVE WALKED OUT THERE WITH MY .45 AND HELPED OLD BOY OUT WITH THOSE COYOTE,

[@adamtedder1012]

Imagine being the 3 coyotes that survived going on to tell the story.

[@MikeBarbarossa]

What about him telling the story to young pups when he's an old dog- over and over again - " did I ever tell you about the time I took on 11 coyotes"? 😆

[@John-km7ld]

Right! There probably still in disbelief 😅

[@Christian0382]

Dead coyotes tell no tales.

[@thisnthattalks1153]

@@MikeBarbarossa the pure bravery on Casper's part, being only 20 months old, going into attack mode on 11 coyotes. Dispatching 8 of them as they were on him. Purple heart material 💜

[@johnstevens7438]

yea when they regrouped to get their story straight it wasn't a single dog it was a 15 or 20 of them, they were everywhere we were lucky to escape. I live about 20 miles NE of this and the number of coyotes seen recently is going up. Last year there was a bear sighted headed along I85 and mind you this about 35 miles NE of downtown Atlanta

[@rosedukes9177]

Rescued one of these, she was so kind and a bad ass warrior. She walked the farm all night- slept most of the day. Best Girl

[@mikeburke1993]

Time to get another dog, maybe two. Retire this one in the house. He stays in the house. RETIRED. He did his job. METAL OF HONOR. PURPLE HEART recipient.

[@lorelleblackwell8556]

Being the dog that he is, he likely wouldn't be happy staying inside being pampered. But, I agree, knowing the area is populated with an aggressive pack they should get at least one more dog. Daisy stayed with the sheep, kept them herded into one corner of the fenced area. Casper need help.

[@heykeiffers6684]

These dogs need to roam, they aren’t great house dogs. Not saying they can’t be house dogs but they aren’t happy inside

[@kristenwolfe5272]

Yes!!

[@richardreinertson1335]

@@lorelleblackwell8556 My thoughts exactly. I mean, if he's done being a working dog, he'll probably show reluctance to rejoin the sheep, but even then...I dunno, I would take him out with the sheep when he's healed enough, and just see how he acts. If he acts like, "No way I'm going back there," then sure, let him retire. But if he acts like, "Yeah! Back in the saddle again!" then let him do what he does best. He's still a pretty young dog.

[@Acadian.FrenchFry]

Agree 100%! Especially since he lost skin his fur will not come back, he can't be outside in the elements.

[@Armyblink4life554]

1 vs 11 and still survived😭😭 that’s incredible! Imagine how easier it would’ve been if there were 2 more of the breed protecting the sheep. Would’ve been easier but wow this dog looks pretty good with all things considered. I’ve seen more gruesome looking outcomes in just a 1 vs 1 this dog/breed must be amazing in defending itself and fighting off predators

[@highplainsdrifter9995]

I've got 2 anatolian/ pyrenees. My buddy has a 120lb pit and he won't let him near either of my dogs. Yea, they are Bad!

[@iblendallday]

That's not a pit but a bully.massive difference

[@highplainsdrifter9995]

@@iblendallday Thanks! Yea, he calls him a bully. I've never had one.

[@mike_oe]

What a hero dog. I hope he makes a good recovery and perhaps gets a work buddy...

[@mudzy9820]

Amazing what can be achieved by overriding the mind

[@schmittyconstanz]

What a great dog!treat him like royalty.He deserves the best and to the vets and tech vets thank you for your commitment and expertise

[@just4mygrl413]

He's a beautiful dog. ❤ I hope he recovers soon, he looks so sweet.

[@seaor2k122]

He's ugly.

[@ThinkAboutIt-2x]

SO LOYAL, FAITHFUL, & DETERMINED TO PROTECT THE HELPLESS FROM HARM! I bet any puppies he fathers will be just as he is. If I had children I would want one like him guarding them. One poor thing on this report.... there is no contact or link to contribute for Casper!! There should be!

[@sonnisaenz1952]

They have a go fund me page for him.

[@ThinkAboutIt-2x]

@@sonnisaenz1952 Is it titled with Casper's name or?

[@sonnisaenz1952]

@@ThinkAboutIt-2x LifeLine Animal Project in Georgia, They got the money they needed for Casper so they are now on to the next animal in need.

[@shari9721]

@@ThinkAboutIt-2x if you want to help or donate to the cost of caring for an animal I'm sure if you contact your local rescue shelter they could help you find a cause right in your local area . In cases like these people see the story and donations pour in from everywhere and they end up collecting far more than they need meanwhile their are animals locally that need help where all those people live that dont get the help or the care they need because their story wasnt on the news .Every animal certainly doesnt have a story like this but every animal that needs care deserves to have it and there are always animals locally that need donations and care .

[@8Ayelet]

Yes, where can we contribute to Casper? ❤️🐾

[@TruckGal]

Truly a hero! To see this kind of love and loyalty just brings tears to my eyes. Knowing this it so infuriates me to read how so many people abandon their pets and/or treat them so poorly. I think animals have more compassion and empathy than some humans. ❤

[@CameronInEgyptsLand]

Give this dog a medal! Wow. Hate that he was badly wounded. Hoping for a speedy recovery and lots of rest for this hero.

[@JohnDoe-fx9eb]

Medal? Wtf? No Ribeye

[@ellissep]

Poor little guy. He's fine his job well. He deserves to live inside now, no more work. Lots of love! New digs for outside. This guy earned everything a good can already in only his first few months. I'm in love. What a great guy.

[@janetritchie7499]

Oddly enough, if you retired this sweet, brave dog to pet status, he'd probably be unhappy. These dogs are the best guard dogs in the world. This boy would probably become depressed and waste away if he couldn't be outside, doing his job. Get him a backup dog or two, and let him return to his rightful place as head of the guardian brigade. It's his calling, and he would be miserable if he couldn't go back to it. I know. I've had 2 GPS. They absolutely live for their jobs.

[@maryzambrana7141]

Glad beyond belief that Casper is alive and on the way to a gentle recovery. So sorry that the tail had to be sacrificed, but necessary. 🐾🤗

[@dawnneill7770]

I hope he goes on to have a wonderful life. LGD’s are amazing animals

[@lesleymarshall1923]

The mum

[@joanlynch5271]

What breed is it? Lapland Guard Dog?

[@GotAnUmbrella]

@@joanlynch5271 Great Pyrenees just like it says in the video description

[@sanjivjhangiani3243]

@@joanlynch5271 LGD means Livestock Guardian Dog. It is the general term for several breeds that more or less fill the same function. The Great Pyrenees is the most common in the US because the other breeds can be harder to train.

[@TheMightyCookieShow]

I'm so happy this dog is on the road to recovery. He's something of a hero.

[@anaryatornglara5847]

You're an absolute angel Casper and I pray you recover and are able to live a long and fulfilling life! I hope your owners will spoil you to no end when you return home as well!

[@luisavida1174]

I feel terribly bad...wishing for a speedy recovery...also hope he gets more furry friends...he looks such a gentle baby...

[@creativeearthian1702]

Gentle baby that slaughtered EIGHT coyotes. Get a grip

[@kaudsiz]

Luisa Vida That dog is a killer beast, not “gentle baby”, or “goofy”, or “cuddle-bug cutie pie”

[@Dakarn]

Don't feel bad. That dog is a testament to his breed. They are gentle giants, but terribly ferocious if you try to get between them and whatever they're protecting. Pyrenees dogs were bred to fight off WOLVES.

[@TaelurAlexis]

@@creativeearthian1702 in defense of sheep that he cared about. He’s a badass.

[@Mautski]

@@kaudsiz He is a gentle baby, just not with coyotes.

[@margaretstutts4362]

Such a hero dog! I’m so sorry he was hurt so badly. 😢

[@13_13k]

I'm so glad to see this followup video showing us his recovery and that he is doing well. This dog is the GOAT, guardian of the flock. Such a good boy.

[@deblejeune228]

Glad he made it he's a beautiful dog, hope his owners get him some more help so he's not ALONE anymore.

[@cake_train]

He had a female dog that herded the sheep away while he went to attack the coyotes. They worked as a team

[@YouKnowMeDuh]

@@cake_train oh nice

[@phyllislogsdon1520]

What a story. He is such a faithful dog, and I hope he doesn’t have to go out to battle again❤

[@saritataylor4235]

I think the dog will tell them what he can do because working dogs pretty much live to work.

[@martinwinther6013]

I hope the owners let him decide for himself

[@truthiseverything9511]

THIS HERO is a perfect example of why BREED MATTERS.

[@priyabratasaha3895]

Is this an Alabai?

[@ThePracticalDog]

@@priyabratasaha3895 Great Pyrenees

[@whartonitec1041]

A husky can never do this job. They don’t even fetch.

[@ThePracticalDog]

@@whartonitec1041 Where'd that come from? The dog in the video is not a Husky. No one is talking about a Husky. No one is talking about a dog fetching - and LGDs don't "fetch" either. A dog doesn't need to fetch to protect livestock.

[@dhhaysitejera3822]

One word to describe the doctor(s) and nurses, Angels! Thank you for doing what you do.

[@HospitalForSouls.X]

I was just thinking about this same thing and tearing up. You can see how tired they look and how worried for him they are...people with that much love in their hearts are blessings on this earth

[@frakismaximus3052]

Thank you kind veterinary staff for nursing this good boy back to health!!!

[@gubbs00]

What a champion! I used to live on a farm where we'd get coyotes, mountain lions, raccoons, hawks etc. Hunting our farm animals, but our cats and dogs would always help chase them off. One of our dogs fought off a mountain lion that was targeting me and my brother when we were little and playing outside. He got clawed up something fierce but didn't back down even when the big cat ran for it. Truly man's best friends

[@raddison3011]

Thank you Doctors, Nurses and Care Givers! He loves you, you can tell!

[@kathrynbernhardt2615]

He is a warrior! What a hero...hope his owner appreciates his courage...bless him and the caregivers!!!

[@tinadiggs7456]

This dog is a true champion!!! I pray for his wounds to heal!!!

[@elizabethtilles5192]

An angel was looking out for Casper. Much love and hugs❤❤❤

[@adnamallerom4137]

The Great Pyrenees is a guardian dog not a herding dog. They’re different breeds because they perform different duties and have different responsibilities. This beautiful boy did exactly what his breed was created to do. The urge to protect is instinctive. An incredibly courageous effort and at such a young age. This dog deserves an early retirement ❤❤❤

[@Night-ud4ew]

It sounds like he is!

[@Bakedea87]

That's not a great pyrenees

[@mikehunt4797]

I owned one crosses with a wolf hound but we had to give him up cause we didn't have sheep to herd and he was always bored. He went to a big chunk of land with animals to protect. They are a different breed not your typical dog. I miss the big guy but not all his long hair he shed

[@Norimatics]

i have a great pyrenees and he is a guard dog in training. he notices when things are different at home, last night he got into a barking fit cause he noticed a piece of paper was taped to the door. i also have a herding dog (samoyed) who does watch over the goats too but mostly leads them into the barn at night or away from danger and cleans them. she is very protective over the youngest goat and will step in if the older goats are playing too rough with him

[@wednesdayschild3627]

He is an Italian maremma

[@darlene1354]

He deserves to be loved forever, what a brave soul. Hugs to you buddy!

[@dancingfirefly7761]

Wow, what an incredible dog and what incredible vet care! Prayers for full recovery for this amazing dog. Thank you for sharing.

[@michelleannenoel]

Such a beautiful, strong, heroic, and brave boy!!!!!! So glad he seems to be getting excellent treatment!!!!

[@curiouscanuck]

I don't cry easily but this story did it. Casper, you're a hero and a beautiful dog.

[@formerlyknownasbribri]

I'm so glad I found an update on this awesome dog! If this was my dog, I would pay whatever it cost to save him. What an extraordinary boy he is! He did his job well, and I hope after this he's able to spend the rest of his life relaxing and being loved on by his family. This story was a crazy one, but impressive! I'm so glad he survived!

[@formerlyknownasbribri]

@Beaver of the Pola this IS the update...

[@bethannfeng5062]

Considering the area they must live in (11 coyotes!?!) I'm hoping they acquire an additional Pyrenees!

[@segaherman_twitch]

He's the definition of a good boy

[@-o-The-Duke-o-]

I just want to thank this amazing team stepping up and loving on Casper. Thank you so very much. He gave everything he had and we should all give everything we have to help him get back to where he wants to be. You all are amazing. Most of all Casper is a hero to so many of us. Lord bless this pup. Thank you all.

[@zek7353]

My heart aches to see how weak he looks and his wounds look really serious. Get well soon doggy, you were so brave fending off the pack of coyotes. A real hero. I hope his owner gives him lots of TLC and he's up and running soon. I hope there's no infection! 💛🧡 What a brave doggy!

[@gloriarangott8803]

His wounds would've even fatal had he not been found and taken in immediately. He survived, in my opinion, because he IS very young, and will recover very nicely from this heroic act of defense.

[@gloriarangott8803]

I'm just wondering...if there had been TWO or even three of the dogs...would the coyote pack have even attempted to attack the animals????

[@KL-wg1xg]

Wishing Casper speedy recovery. He deserves all the love and happiness from here on.

[@Magneticlaw]

My former in-laws had a pair of Pyrenees to protect their property and chickens, and they once played tug of war with a raccoon that got inside the fence and ripped it in half - they're no joke, but they are also amazingly gentle with people, and especially kids.

[@jackmio]

holy shit LOL

[@KateCarew]

Ohhhhhh this precious boy! What a noble demonstration of loyalty!

[@joedirtnorcal2501]

What a brave canine. And hands down thank you so much to the professional veterinarians and 24-hour Hospital. I have a blue nose that protected me from a bear he got mold pretty good but he's still around he's still alive he's in good shape he didn't lose his tail but the bear did bite him and rip his anus up over his hindquarters but it all held up fine. Anyways God bless you and I pray for full recovery for the pup. Just my opinion Joe Dirt

[@TrueCrimeBreakdowns]

Holy shit! Your dog is a legend, buy him extra treats!

[@doodoodoodle]

It's good that he survived! In my area we sometimes lose dogs to bears and whatnot... That's why I hate leaving a dog on a chain, it's basically a sitting duck. Years ago my exs gparents had a dog tied up and it was mauled by a bear. Didn't eat it or anything.... It's sad. Also.... I know so many people who have had their dogs pass due to chaining them up, besides animal attacks. Plenty will wrap themselves to the point they can't access water or hang themselves. It's sad asf. I'd rather have a perimeter shock collar, but I get that isn't a viable solution for everyone (some people say that's unethical, but I'd rather my dog be safe than be hit by a car, etc... I've met too many dogs that can jump a 6 ft fence to trust it lol!)

[@PetitePerson]

What an amazing dog! Thank goodness they were able to save him.

[@WindWolfAlpha]

I can see this being made into a movie/short story. Such a good boy!

[@MissPotts777]

He is absolutely perfect and such a protector. So happy he is going to make it.💚🐾

[@darrenallen9479]

I once owned a huge Great Pyrenees who was almost 100kgs. I lift weights but his strength was another level. Ripping towels in half like sheets of paper, snapping a tow rope in two and ripping a reinforced burglar proof door off of it's hinges. You better believe these gentle giants are ridiculously strong and will give their lives to protect their family/flock against anything. Casper is a true hero.

[@jaylinmonroe5428]

What a champion, deserves all the love 💜

[@coleenkulaw1447]

Aww..this brave sweet dog is just a baby, love his blue & brown eyes-glad he’s still alive & being treated by people that love ❤️ him, but sorry 😢 he lost his tail in the fight w/the coyotes.

[@sisteryaya24]

Dogs are heroes too. Look at his beautiful and kind eyes. I hope they retire him and get 2 or 3 dogs to take his place. I love him and I pray he recovers completely and lives a long long contented life.💕

[@aaronlarsen7447]

Amazing loyalty and sense of dudty. What a good dog. Herding dogs are soooo smart. They are managers.

[@ruthannschulenberg2117]

This dog is a warrior, so brave. He knew what his job was and got it done. Thanks to all who cared for him❤

[@slxxpyhollow]

I'm so thankful there are people like this in our world who care for animals, especially such a good boy as Casper! EIGHT coyotes!!!

[@annetheriault9127]

This creature was the first one on my mind when I got up this morning. And I was in severe back pain. And these vets are heros.

[@maryhensley2597]

Such a beautiful dog, sending healing prayers to this hero!

[@Lwah0812]

Thanks to all the skilled vet people who have been taking care of this big beautiful hero. I pray that he will recover fully and be able to continue his guarding duties without ptsd since that is his instinct. If he can’t return to being a lsg I pray he finds life of being a pet rewarding.

[@rubezhang]

Thank you so much for saving him🙏🏻..He is a great dog, a hero, he deserve a worthy treatment for the love and loyalty he shown to his family❤

[@TruckieLooks4Aliens]

Awe poor baby. It really really breaks my heart but I am so greatful that the staff cared enough to save him

[@InTuGuru]

That’s a good boy, he deserves the best life from here on out.

[@williepace5735]

Such a Loyal and Faithful boy. He deserves the very best.

[@karenmbbaxter]

With him trying to protect the owner's sheep I am SO GLAD the owners cared for him and took him to the vet immediately.......He deserves such care for being so brave and devoted......If he is not ever well enough to protect the sheeps after his injuries I hope the owners get another dog/s to protect the sheep and he becomes the owners family dog.

[@sargeantfrog2632]

Poor Casper but he looks well despite being attacked. Love those eyes.

[@maxxford23]

I just got mine at 7 weeks he's huge and fearless. I didn't realize how protective GPs are!

[@nancysilverman495]

He has the heart of a true warrior. and You can tell he's a real sweetheart. He's earned his rest and keep. I'd just keep him with me to love him up. Am so grateful for all the work the vets and technicians have done for him. God Bless All of You.

[@shaunaanderson7387]

Goes to show the loyalty these amazing animals have. This dog is amazing and ever so lucky to be alive! Get well soon young hero!

[@Sunriru]

hes a truly good boy. a hero to those sheep. he deserves all the love and care. even i want to give him all the hugs and tell him, good boy over and over

[@christinarockett2270]

What a Great Dog & a hero!! I sat here and wept as I watched . He is truly a miracle.

[@katapult684]

We need weekly updates on this little guy!!!

[@kathleenmayhorne3183]

Hi from another Kh.

[@Laz3rCat95]

Wouldn't call him little, but yeah

[@thecdc1738]

"little"🤣

[@s3onghw920]

I wanna hug him so bad! He's the bravest dog ever!!! What a HERO he is! 🫂😭❤️ I hope he fully recovers soon! Oh, I had a beloved dog named Casper too! He was a beagle, and the same colour as the Hero dog too! Sadly, he passed away 2 years ago. He was 20 then. I missed him so much till this day.

[@brendasprankle9394]

Many puppy prayers for his healing. What a hero. Such a brave dog. Prayers

[@lindayoder8003]

Thank you all for being his protector now and saving his life!!

[@caseyjones815]

this little thing protected us. LETS DO THE SAME FOR THEM PLEASE!! 💜

[@danettejachalke5818]

God Bless this brave dog. Praying for his full recovery 🙏😇🤗❤️

[@dakotahills2.095]

What a great special dog. I hope he makes a ful recovery.

[@KatMa664]

The owner of this dog has two Great Pyrenees dogs. On the night of the attack, one of the dogs, guarded the sheep, while this dog fought the coyotes all by himself. The owner needs several more dogs to guard his flock. There are way too many coyotes for one dog to have to fight on his own. It’s very sad the brave dog killed eight coyotes. But it was just too much work for one dog.

[@greenquartz]

I'm so happy that this brave boy made it and is being taken care of! 🥰

[@woodrowmagnus2535]

What address can I send the Omaha Steaks for Caspar to? Better tasting than coyote meat.