Surprised by Great Pyrenees Sheep Dogs while Mountain Biking in Heber, UT

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[@steveinsbrook2479]

10 years later.... Skeleton wearing red shirt holding rusty mountain bike.

[@carolmakin8075]

🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣

[@hendawg3048]

LMAO!!

[@robertmontgomery3108]

LoL

[@flyfish5757]

Haha! Exactly!

[@apataye]

¿¡ ONLY 10 !? Don´t be so generous, mate. By this guy´s attitude I think it will be more like 10centuries, and he still wouldn´t even think about backing off a bloody milimeter. ¡¡Holy shit!!

[@Katonah10536]

As a GP owner myself, I can tell you these two did exactly what they are bred to do. They will kill wolves and coyotes, but generally not a human although, they will bark at you until you dehydrate and die in the uplands. Hope you had water.

[@sdrfz]

So you also have ill-trained mutts that harass innocent people? To hell with you and your GD mutts!

[@aylinkoksal8649]

I own one as well and you're absolutely correct. I laughed at your comment to the point of no longer breathing-Hilarious

[@sdrfz]

@@aylinkoksal8649 Do your untrained mutts behave as poorly as those in the video?

[@lauramcclure]

@@aylinkoksal8649 lol... me too (have one and laughing).... I would NOT continue through those sheep

[@sdrfz]

@@lauramcclure Hey Karen, do you spend zero time training your mutts like most owners do?

[@joselder6495]

Amazing how they both have distinct rolls, one stays with the "threat" while the other one stands back keeping the sheep at a safe distance.

[@My-Pal-Hal]

While the ignorant Humans. Have one 💩 ing his Pants. While the other takes Video 😂

[@lloydpulver2104]

Teamwork

[@My-Pal-Hal]

@@fullsend8738 This is more a video about Pyrenees LGD's. But I'm sure you can find videos concerning your expertise in Shit somewhere on KZbin too, 🤡.

[@arlingtonguy54]

They work in teams. The second dog goes out to greet the threat while the alpha stays with the livestock.

[@My-Pal-Hal]

@@arlingtonguy54 It's a bit more complicated than that. But they CAN work in teams when more than one is there. It's the buddy that CONFRONTS the threat First. And they play the team game by instincts from there. They simply do a GREAT (PYR) JOB. A few thousand years does that 🤗

[@mencken8]

Cyclist: “Think I’ll ride through these sheep.” Dogs: “F u will!”

[@wimukthikumara466]

kzbin.info/www/bejne/i3zapZKZrriBoKc

[@Gizziiusa]

me and my revolver: I think I will, and if you try to bite me it wont end well for you lil doggie...

[@daisycocoa2557]

rico… right respect the sheep

[@jjj1951]

@@Gizziiusa So you're a hero?

[@Gizziiusa]

@@jjj1951 nah, just a realist. humanity > all other animals.

[@jonchaochao4567]

Man! What the mountain biker needs to do is slowly walk away, Great Pyrenees would generally try to avoid confrontation as much as possible, they use their barks and huge size to intimidate intruders away rather than just attack.

[@My-Pal-Hal]

EXACTLY 👍 And you would think,.. Thinking Humans MAY, Except to see something other than some WANDERING HEARD OF, ANYTHING 🤔, Un escorted. This ain't the freakin Desert 🏝️ ... people are slow, my dog tells me 😅...

[@mikeshivak]

Thank you for a productive comment. All of these people calling the guy an idiot would have done the exact same thing

[@thorr18BEM]

@@mikeshivak absolutely not. Especially not the part where he picked up a rock. It's the dogs' job to protect the sheep and no amount of waiting there will change that. They told him leave and he can't figure out that's all he need do.

[@owenwade7621]

@@thorr18BEM Yeah im not walking through a herd of sheep then picking up a fucking rock that guy is just an idiot

[@trevorslater2746]

Should of just carried on walking along the road, the dog wasn't going to attack him ,Ruddy townies the pair of them

[@christinarainjoy6726]

If you understand the breed you’ll know they probably won’t attack you before you go on your way. The breed is great at calmly telling you to leave

[@jillsmcfarland2001]

Working stockdogs

[@michellebeebelewisfrith1544]

I have 2 .... Not so. You'll be threatened. Keep it up you'll be thrashed

[@carmichaelmoritz8662]

@@michellebeebelewisfrith1544 thats why i always carry bear spray . its for any aggressive animals including the human type lol .

[@adamc_vp77]

More like calmly telling you to fuck off XD

[@jfm14]

@@carmichaelmoritz8662 Your number one defense should be avoiding encounters like this in the first place. Obviously, it's difficult to predict running into a bear on a backwoods trail... but going to a trail where livestock are present and deliberately riding into the flock/herd is asking for trouble. If you threaten the herd, any good LGD will threaten you. They're trained to do so from puppyhood.

[@jazzshan1145]

Lol the sheep moved out the way like “get him boys, disrupting our lunch” 😂😂😂😂😂

[@TheM1cK3y]

😭

[@laur-unstagenameactuallyca1587]

lolll

[@I_am_Toro]

I loved that part

[@ericalarsen9175]

GOOD JOB DOGS!!!!! 🙌🏼 This is a perfect display of their breed, instinct and intelligence. These dogs are powerful decision makers who take their job seriously and give their shepherd owners some much deserved piece of mind. Although these bikers were probably unaware of the circumstances, no one should EVER approach a flock of sheep or a goat herd in the hills or mountains; especially when you can clearly hear bells, there will almost always be a Livestock Guardian Dog nearby waiting to defend their flock. Bravo! 👏🏼

[@303ks]

You are mistaken. That is a public passway and these dogs are aggressive towards people who just want to mind their business and enjoy their day. I'm not blaming the dogs but I am blaming their owners for allowing them to attack without discretion. What if there where children taking the hike? I am sure the dogs can be trained not to attack humans and if not then they should never be allowed unsupervised in public. Period

[@jadengirard4541]

@@303ks what there made to protect its not a owners fault lol

[@ericalarsen9175]

@@303ks Actually, it is you that is mistaken.... 🤷🏻‍♀️ It is quite common in sheep herding areas for herds to travel long distances through public lands, foothills, mountains and feilds annually. Some of these areas might have biking trails or walkways. During this time of the season, you’ll often see local news reporters announcing that sheep herding season has begun and give instructions on how to behave if they come into contact with a sheep herd and/or their LGD (Livestock Guardian Dog). Additionally, at the trailhead markers you’ll often see warning signs instructing outdoor enthusiasts that they may encounter sheep and their LGD and what to do if that happens. It is possible that these bikers did or didn’t head the warnings. In either case, the dogs behaved perfectly. It is VERY rare that a Great Pyrenees or Maremma LGD will ever physically engage a human. That person must pose a significant immediate threat to the safety of the sheep by charging or physically touching the livestock while ignoring the LGD’s warning barks. The LGD’s first and most effective defense is its bark and an intimidating stance. These dogs rarely physically engage a threat. Instead, they worked together as a team to ensure that the bikers kept their distance while placing themselves between the bikers (the potential threat) and their sheep. So long as people respect the LGD warning and walk away, everyone is safe. Children are typically especially safe. LGD’s have an impressive ability to make decisions independently and determine what is or isn’t a threat. This is what makes them steadfast and trust worthy to be left alone with the sheep for months each year, guiding them to their summer or winter pastures. What the bikers did wrong was stand their ground and attempt to advance. Sheep herding season is short and there are plenty of other trails. Let’s also remember that humans are the apex predator and it would be a disservice to the sheep, the LGD and their owner to dissuade an LGD from protecting their flock against humans. After all, humans have been known to steal, abuse and kill animals for sport. Many farmers have lost livestock to people who are careless or cruel. I have a Great Pyrenees who lives with my goat herd full-time and protects them against any potential threat; animal or human. I am always proud to see her protect her herd the way these dogs did. What you don’t see here is how incredibly sweet, soft and docile these dogs are with their owners and their children. These are some of the most intelligent, hard working and loyal dogs you’ll ever know. You might be fascinated to learn more! There are plenty of resources on KZbin. Happy learning!

[@303ks]

@@ericalarsen9175 I am simply advocating for some responsibility and accountability from the part of the sheep herders. They are free to use the land as long as they don't put anyone else in danger. There are options for them that would allow them to protect their herd and at the same time the people that want to use the trail can do so without fearing an attack.

[@ericalarsen9175]

@@303ks The responsibility and accountability you’re suggesting is already clearly demonstrated by the quality of the dog and it’s training as evidenced by the clear display of warning without an attack. You may want to look at recorded videos of a dog attack to note the difference. The dogs here did not put the bikers lives in danger, that responsibility lies with the bikers. There is no way they didn’t see the sheep herd in advance. That should have been their first indication to turn around. What other forms of protection would you suggest to the farmer that would be more intuitive and effective than their well-trained LGD’s?

[@Mainmanrr]

There is signs at the start of the trail that tells you what to do if you encounter these herds and there guardian dogs. Next time follow those steps.

[@usernotfound-ue7ld]

What are those steps never seen any thing like this before

[@mckenziekeith7434]

@@usernotfound-ue7ld the dogs are protecting the sheep. You have to move away from the sheep. Once you are far enough away (as determined by the dog) they will stop confronting you. Also, if you move very slowly through the sheep, maybe some Great Pyrenees will let you through. But once they started running toward the bicyclist I think it was too late to make it through the herd.

[@patrickhorvath2684]

@@usernotfound-ue7ld Bring milkbones & rawhide treats...

[@jenniferjackson9375]

@@patrickhorvath2684 don’t work with this breed

[@jkosh2046]

@Jennifer Jackson they are not driven by food. They live to protect. If mine perceive a threat, people being the biggest threat, they will not let up. Both of mine only respond to my call to stand down or if the threat leaves. Trying to give them a treat is a great way to get bit when they are working. They are a completely different animal in public and want attention from everyone. It's pretty amazing.

[@MsNextgeneration12]

One dude rides up to the sheep knowing exactly what's going to happen while his friend stays behind to record the whole thing. It was all planned.

[@beautifulchaos7041]

Nailed it!

[@alexanderbohm607]

yup....thays how u get ur shit wrecked by a giant sheep.herder

[@angelmart08]

Regardless, guardian dogs are becoming extremely popular so more interactions like this will happen. It’s good to see how the dogs will react to people, and how one should react.

[@atakd]

Obvs innit.

[@maryanneborders9602]

Demonstrating what to do if this occurs

[@howardsmith9342]

They're just doing their job, protecting the sheep. Pyrenees dogs are sweethearts when not protecting something.

[@SweetUniverse]

Yeah! My bff picked one up on the side of the road one cold night here in northern MN. After another friend called the sheriff & a bunch of shelters, she found his owner. He had sold his herd & now the dog would get away every now and then and look for them. Dog's name was Yeti.

[@jfm14]

@@SweetUniverse Aw... poor dog just need something to protect! My ex-gf's family's Pyr wasn't trained as an LGD, but would stoically guard their five backyard hens like it was his job. 😂 Wonderful breed!

[@bekind3931]

Screaming at the screen: LEAVE! Get the f*ck out of there. Dog keeps telling him to leave, and he just stands there like he’s holding down the Earth.

[@mikebyrne9739]

The biker was actually being a little stubborn here. It should of been obvious to him that all the dog wanted was him away from the sheep.

[@Leto_0]

Too afraid to just continue moving and unwilling to admit it. And of course "he didn't deserve" this so he just refused to accept the reality of the situation Probably drove the poor dog hoarse before he finally backed off

[@robertmontgomery3108]

" DONT STEAL MY SHEEP!!!" - All Great Pyrenees

[@alliemo5149]

“i want him to go back” not an option buddy 😂

[@turkey4957]

LOL right, I started to sympathize with the camera guy like dude grow up and make some moves. They’re not going to murder you

[@darkiee69]

"- I want him to go back." Yeah.. Won't happen dude, you back away like your friend suggested and take another way.

[@jon4715]

Biker is a spoiled progressive. Just listen to the dog, you're not going to get to play with the sheep.

[@matthews1082]

Let's hope he doesn't meet an aggressive dog of another breed, because they'd move forward and not back, if he challenges them this way.

[@iwatchwithnoads7480]

"I want him to go red" ~ the dog

[@TheHarlequindane]

He's protecting his flock... he should just start moving back slowly to get away from the flock

[@PaulMappud]

"What's the plan of attack here dude" well, probably a clean pair of shorts for starters...😂

[@My-Pal-Hal]

F N A 😏 Don't bring a Bike to Pyr. That Rock doesn't impress them much Either 😂

[@jaygunter3828]

Pretty sure that guy needs to wear the helmet around the house too

[@christopheribarra1170]

Hahaha

[@jameslutian1977]

Upvote.

[@rite2bcreative]

😂😂😂

[@sheilaabraham4350]

He’s a beta male.

[@sheilaabraham4350]

The more I read this comment the funnier it gets. 😄

[@Asti.pronouncedAhstee]

"Start inching back dude" "I want him to move back." 😂😂🤣🤣😂😂🤣🤣🤣😂😂🤣🤣😂😂

[@ccaniac5832]

That just is not going to happen......

[@kristinadrissi7241]

I know what a stupid thing to say 😂😂😂 clearly neither can read the dogs body language.

[@stun2187]

Typically with a dog that would be the correct thing to do. Not in this case. Move away from the herd lol

[@supbabe7203]

@@stun2187 if hes backing up to where he came from that would be moving away from the herd though.

[@audigex]

Spoiler: the dog did not move back

[@mcnihilation7286]

Now we just need a Border Collie to herd him out of there.

[@franksalsa9342]

Border collies are the smartest and best herders😏

[@ZAELish]

@@franksalsa9342 they will herd just about anything

[@franksalsa9342]

@@ZAELish you are correct..had the privilege of feeding walking and playing with 3 beautiful border collies when my neighbors went on vacation....😏😄

[@holgerfarber194]

thats a very calm livestock guardian dog, it keeps the distance, only tells you to leave the flock

[@Bambotb]

Do you think a German shepherd would be any different?

[@jon4715]

@@Bambotb German Shepherds are more prone to fear biting. They have also been bred into a non-useful state. They're too big and with too many skeletal issues.

[@dogtownlounge4245]

@@Bambotb A German shepherd is a herding dog, used to be so graceful and amazing to watch but they're not bred for that movement anymore. Pyrenees are livestock guardian dogs, they don't herd. They stay with the flock wherever it goes, and are only interested in predators.

[@iwatchwithnoads7480]

@@dogtownlounge4245 idk much about dog breeding. Can you elaborate please? Why would we breed "shepherd " dogs out of usefulness?

[@dogtownlounge4245]

@@iwatchwithnoads7480 The German Shepherd was selectively bred in WWII to be a prison guard. As you can imagine, there were few that survived that war outside of those military lines, but were carefully saved and the breed was brought back, with some blood added in from particular compatible breeds, and then returned to use as a herder. Their style of herding was not like border collies; they tended the flock by circling around it, like a living fence. They were used to keep a flock on a particular grazing space without wandering. That's what I mean by "that movement." Their popularity in the US has resulted in a lot of inbreeding and poor structure, as well as the loss of their use to do actual herding. With generations of dogs not used with livestock, that herding trait has diminished. It's rare, but you can find them in some places. The severely sloping rear end that has become the "standard" renders them incapable of the flowing, movement they used to have. There's a lot of hip dysplasia now, and just a general lack of stability. I'm certain there are breeders working to improve those things and return to that former style. The only ones I see anymore are several types kept as pets, or the types used for law enforcement, like scent work or as police dogs. Just in case it wasn't clear: the dogs in the video are from the group called "Livestock Guardian Dogs" whose purpose is to protect livestock. This is an entirely different set of skills from all of the dog breeds used for herding, and they're at opposite ends of the prey drive spectrum.

[@micahwest5347]

Glad he didn’t throw that rock he picked. Someone would have been obligated to return it to him.

[@FizbanJH]

For all we know, maybe he did throw the rock. Of course, that would've been edited out of the video. Who can say for sure?

[@rickyp.7273]

They are just doing their job. Its in their blood to do this. They will bark as long as they feel the sheep are in danger. They are not ATTACK dogs by any means they are mostly just BARK dogs unless a spontaneous movement is made by so called "threat". As long as you move away from the herd of sheep slowly in a non threatening way they will not hurt you. I know this because I own 2 great pyrenees and they act the same whenever a non familiar person or animals come close to our fence. Hope this helps 🙏 Thanks for all the replies. Here's a video on my pyrenees journey from a pup to a year if anyone is interested in watching. kzbin.info/www/bejne/Zp6uomh6bLxsgMk

[@lauraweiss7875]

You are absolutely correct, Ricky. I have one too, and he will bark at anything or anyone who appears to be a threat, but is definitely NOT a biter or attack dog.

[@kuvasz5252]

@@lauraweiss7875 yeap, my kuvaszok are exactly the same. barking aggressively as a warning not to proceed. but not going all out at the threat. I call them four-legged secret service agents, responding only when absolutely necessary.... while listening to this clip my three kuvaszok started barking ... they must have perceived a threat!

[@tylermassas6103]

They will attack - but only if someone does something stupid.. GPs are awesome. I own a superstar 2-year old Pyr.

[@1rodimusprime]

I agree 100%. I had one of these dogs when I was younger. Amazing guardians. Great family pets with proper training. Will only attack if absolutely necessary.

[@donjames5761]

might not be attack dogs but that doesn't mean they wont attack. while i was deployed to iraq our 2 year old great Pyrenees bonded with my girl friend started staying close to her. 2 guys broke in the house an they both had to go to the hospital. she said the dog attacked them an she called 911

[@florenciahoracio8517]

Staying is a dumb move. Guardian dogs give warnings, if you don't leave after they tell you to leave the sheep's alone, they may try to attack

[@HOOKED313]

Actually- they are more peaceful than people think, these dogs are raised and bred to see humans as non predators (our fault cause humans are more dangerous than any predator) but they will only continue barking as they would rather voice than attack, now if you step at or 'attack'(ie the rock in hand) yes they sure will. Big barks, they work on intimidation more so than frontal attacks such as GSD.

[@krn1918]

Doing what they have been trained to do. Great job pups! 🐾

[@tylermassas6103]

GPs don’t need training.. haha 😁

[@trishpipkins]

@@tylermassas6103 exactly! 😁

[@tylermassas6103]

@@trishpipkins The guy on the bike just got trained... 😁

[@krn1918]

@@tylermassas6103 Just seeing this. Haha sorry but they actually do. I have 2 of them.

[@robertmontgomery3108]

Exactly.

[@rthawknatanabah1759]

Them dogs know you're TRESPASSING......😂😁

[@kellisuemontague8698]

You're invading their flock.like a coyote. Good job dogs. The biker might be more aware of guard dog job descriptions.

[@tomasrincon2012]

i mean that is literally their job and they are damn good at it

[@uslsuspect]

There’s a guy who brings one of these dogs around with his herd to eat all the grass near our neighborhoods. Those dogs are incredibly intelligent and loyal. Even in more subtle situations where are you just talking to him, he will never let you between him and his flock. Good pup!

[@julimartin3312]

If you encounter a free range flock of domesticated sheep or goats, you will ALSO encounter livestock guardian dogs! I bet these two guys will never attempt to ride through a grazing flock again! 😂 As long as we have a farm, we will have at least one Great Pyr- awesome, magnificent animals!!

[@zacharymadden8634]

makes you wonder if they intentionally took this route. It's weird that he has filming his friend riding through a flock of sheep while just standing there. If so, they got what they deserve. Otherwise, tough luck, just walk away slowly.

[@The_Rifster]

I like how the dog looks at the cameraman that says “I’ll deal with you later!”

[@mikesymbolik5647]

Wow !! I never seen this part in the movie Dumb & Dumber 😂

[@ot23234]

Unfortunately it was cut from the final movie. It's in the extras of the DVD though, along with the scene where this guy tries to back down a fire hydrant.

[@muddogtracker7449]

City folks. Just ride into the herd, then notice the LGD's.... hope they learned something.

[@peters2860]

@Yazmeli Ayzol Can U proove this is relevant to wherever this footage originates out of?

[@peters2860]

@Yazmeli Ayzol Provided this is in the US...

[@russellpearce3749]

@@peters2860 someones dangerous dog attacked someone on a public trai i would have killed it

[@russellpearce3749]

@@peters2860 it clearly says heber utah idiot

[@timg7627]

@@russellpearce3749 The dogs are not attacking. They are definitely threatening but not attacking. Do you think honestly think this is an attack? You’re talking a big game about killing the dogs. That isn’t how these situations work. Are you going to tell the rancher or authorities you killed a dog for barking at you? Good luck with that. You’re also assuming this is a public trail. Do you know that for certain? What if the cyclist is trespassing. Would you still kill an “attacking” dog on its own private property?

[@Olgi41]

My Pyrenees was sleeping by my feet as I watched this ; immediately woke up and started making little woofs, helping these dogs I guess. Usually if you move away from the sheep and try to detour around them the dogs will stay with the sheep and only warn you if you're getting too close.

[@ClearlyVague1]

Theyre not going to move back. I get that you were scared but thats their flock. You done fucked up at that point boy.

[@eden20111]

Lmao it’s not even that serious boy chill

[@tomknoff3012]

“I don’t want to move back” what an arrogant idiot,

[@vinniesdayoff3968]

"I want him to go back". Is this guy for real?

[@afs6596]

its amazing how stupid people are today...dog barks at me i giving him the benifit of the doubt and backing up...and then he picks up a small rock...hit dog with rock and make him madder...i mean this guy probably has some college but common sense he is lacking for sure

[@w.s.soapcompany94]

I used to see a huge! GP regularly on my delivery route. If dad was walking him I was greeted as a friend. if mom was walking him I was put on notice to stay back. All business when he was with mom.

[@caseycandice]

I own one and he's acting 100% friendly when bf walks him, when it's me he sees everything as a threat. I remember one night we were at the park and some group of drunken guys came around me, he gave them the scare of their lives by just barking! Love my private security guard ❤️

[@cynthiaerickson3646]

In france and other areas of the Alps they post signs on how to act when confronted by these amazing dogs

[@michaelwertz6689]

They do that in Colorado also, put your bike in between and command the dogs to go back to the sheep and slowly continue.

[@ot23234]

The dog is telling him what to do: back off and get away from my sheep. It's bad enough we need signs above doors that say "exit"; what else do you use a door for when you are inside? Dumb people need to be weeded out, not coddled.

[@miguelcoelho2739]

@@ot23234 the signs are there in case all lights go out, makes perfect sense And yes this guy should have been faster backing up or not even going so close to the herd, but it's normal to freeze the first time something like this happens

[@blaisepalermo1743]

@@ot23234 i like you.......ha

[@ot23234]

@@miguelcoelho2739 If the lights go out, how do they see the signs?

[@leehan-yeol7049]

Legend has it he's standing there till this day.

[@user-pm3bo6sh9o]

😂😂😂

[@roxxandra]

That wagging tail is like “You KNOW better!”

[@danwillis2671]

Just fyi the Great Pyrenees is not a sheep dog. They are herd protection dogs. He was protecting his herd and was no threat to you as long as you leave his herd alone.

[@megmucklebones7538]

The arrogance of the bloke in red, he could have walked back slowly, but na. I want to go that way.

[@miks564]

Was that hard to understand that the dog want him to leave? Standing just signals that his standing his ground which was unacceptable

[@Bendigo1]

The guy is probably used to city dogs. These dogs are not city dogs they don't just attack for no reason.

[@Gizziiusa]

its a biking/hiking path/trail. he has every right to be there. unacceptable ?! ffs, quit putting animals on pedestals above humanity you asshat.

[@sdrfz]

Dogs should be trained not to harass people like that when the people are doing nothing wrong. If you cannot train your dogs properly, you have no business owning a dog.

[@celestielsigh]

@@sdrfz This dog is well trained though. It merely warned the person to back off from the herd when it could have attacked.

[@sdrfz]

@@celestielsigh Google "Great Pyrenees Dog Attack Case". The people hiking have no idea if these dogs are going to attack them or not. They are not dog whisperers.

[@tobiasmiller761]

They are doing exactly what they are designed to do.

[@1guysopinion798]

"I want him to go back"... LOL. I'm pretty sure an aggressive pomeranian could pin you down.

[@afs6596]

my cat could f that they/them up

[@danascully7358]

Sorry dude. You deserved that. :) You were messing with those Pyrenees flock. They will protect them with their lives.

[@kristinadrissi7241]

I agree.

[@Misfits89]

Smart animals, one holds down the potential treat while the other one scoops the area for any other threat

[@woffordwolf2071]

You have to move back, they will not attack if you back off because they just want to protect the sheep it doesn't matter if you signal fear or not in this situation.

[@dwayneharris3874]

He should have turned around at the first barking. Those dogs were doing a good job. They gave him a lesson about livestock guardian dogs.

[@dfuss2756]

Do you really think those two entitled boys learned anything, or did they just blame the dogs for "inconveniencing" them.

[@adamsutcliffe4558]

There are many notices in the mountains telling you what to do....stay calm, dint make eye contact and continue slowly on your way. The dogs will realise you are not a threat once. Showing your fear and backing away are really unhelpful. Inform yourself guys!

[@Mkmc18]

“I want him to go back” it’s so much easier for you to leave 😂

[@adimo6673]

From my hiking experience, best tactic to calm the dogs is to sit down and pray the shepherd shows up or the flock to slowly graze away. Once you're out of the danger zone, the dogs will let you be.

[@leftalone9881]

There’s signs on these trails, people on bikes dismount, and just slowly walk away from the perimeter of the herd until they stop barking. Once you get a far enough distance they’ll usually let you pass

[@nektariosvasilopoulos3841]

Give these dogs a raise. Job well done.

[@sdrfz]

No, those dogs need better training so they are not harassing innocent people.

[@jaxonmullins9138]

@@sdrfz they litterally approached the heard and they shouldn’t have rushed them like that

[@africabalderson8636]

@@sdrfz You apparently need better training on how to move through rural farming areas. Rule number one that anyone who has ever lived in a farming area invariably knows: never try to ride a bike or drive a car through a flock of sheep or a herd of cows crossing a road or trail, whether there are livestock guardian dogs present or not. Your irresponsible behaviour is threatening the animals’ - and your own - safety. The responsible course of action would be to back away and choose another route, or to back away and have a lunch and wait for the animals to pass a responsible distance away before attempting to move through the terrain. The animals have right of passage first. Respecting their safety ensures your own.

[@sdrfz]

@@africabalderson8636 Screw that, I am not putting animals above people. The riders have a right to ride on the trail and let the animals GTFO the way.

[@africabalderson8636]

@@sdrfz There’s a couple of you in these comment threads that seem resistant to learning or understanding how riding or driving through a flock or herd endangers yourselves and the animals you approach, regardless of the presence of livestock guardians, which are just trying to keep you at a safe distance from the animals they are protecting. If you have a learning disability, I will try to be more patient with you. Either way, I’d suggest you stay out of the country. You’re clearly not capable of handling yourself respectfully and responsibly.

[@howardbartlett3419]

Great Pyrenees will very rarely bite a person unless they are being very threatening, but they will definitely make it very clear that they want you to leave if you don't belong.

[@Bendigo1]

They dont have to bite. Their bark will scare you to death... 😁

[@Olgi41]

Big gentle sweethearts, just doing their jobs. Just don't piss 'em off.

[@Marissa_loves_Jesus]

I was going to say they won’t stop barking. Lol I have a Great Pyr and they will bark forever to their heart’s content. His/her tail was wagging and they most likely wouldn’t attack, they are just doing their job, and great job at that! ❤️

[@dougcunha4120]

The tales are wagging their only in defense mode than that attack mode they're doing what they were taught good puppies steak tonight

[@NICKYsuls]

That's teamwork. One keeps the danger away and the partner keeps the sheeps out of danger.

[@jflsdknf]

They are such intelligent and sound minded dogs. They don't actually attack unless there's no other option, they are trying to intimidate and get you to go away.

[@shanemak47]

Well trained herding dogs . Protect the flock as intended

[@Original50]

Scoring 9.5 on the Pucker-Scale. Those dawgies would tear a wolf apart...

[@boogboog8097]

Dog: holy crap wolves have learned how to cycle gettem....

[@kristinadrissi7241]

Picking up the rock though 😂😂😂 if that dog wanted him, he would have been had. Tell you one certainty, come at my GP with a rock and you won’t have to worry about the dog 💯

[@OregonSingles]

Bike riders usually carry mace and more, if he wanted to hurt BigBaby he could've by now. Video ended before "plan of attack was discussed."

[@flaviacotton5029]

I agree!

[@TheDude_Abides_]

Well, frankly if your GP is threatening me on public land that I have the right to he on, and he comes at me like this, he may get my arm, but the other is swingin a rock straight to his dome and you can bet he ain't walkin away from it.

[@logancooks]

@@TheDude_Abides_ bro this particular dog would eat your lunch. You have no clue what a 100+ # dog could do to you if all you have is a rock. Lol fukin keyboard warrior

[@TheDude_Abides_]

@@logancooks I own two GPs. Tell me more about what I don't know you keyboard warrior.

[@jenngraham2012]

I have a great Pyrenees. Great dog. Very protective of myself, my property and our cats. Warning off strangers with their bark is their purpose.

[@cray0308]

This guy must be running on a 8086 processor or something. 2 minutes after getting run off the trail by those dogs he is still processing the information

[@ot23234]

Commodore 64

[@MultiMoe11]

Its simple he is an entitled cyclist moron this is why i find these type of people annoying as fuck all he has to do is back up simple and easy thing to do you back up and you go around and away from the herd of sheep or goats(don't understand this one figured goats were able to take care of themselves).

[@seanokeefe703]

When the farmer shows up with the 12 gauge for messing with his dog

[@blupyxi5669]

On bikes?

[@flaviacotton5029]

Hope so

[@Br0nto5aurus]

The one staying with the sheep is limping pretty bad, I hope the shepherd got back before they lost sheep over it.

[@mtlassen1992]

Just two beautiful dogs doing their jobs.

[@steveinsbrook2479]

Guy: The dog is going to kill me. Dog: Asking guy if he has any treats, over and over and over again, and thinking why doesn't he give me a treat.

[@YSLRD]

Keep thinking that. And don't miss an insurance payment.

[@steveinsbrook2479]

@@YSLRD I have a great Pyre and I know that's exactly what he is thinking. They were bred for thousands of years to yell at stuff. They don't have a small voice mode.

[@mountain_ginger]

So you own a dog you know nothing about and obviously got him cause you thought he was cool and not because you have a job for him to do. They are protecting the sheep and can attack if they think you are harming their livestock. This is what they are breed to do. Yes they are one of the more less aggressive livestock guardian dog breeds but they can still fuck you up.

[@steveinsbrook2479]

@@mountain_ginger Are you accusing me of not having sheep? Or watching the way my dog stands and barks at people that walk up to him and pet him?

[@mountain_ginger]

@@steveinsbrook2479 you should go pet that dog and prove me wrong. Hahaha

[@mothergoose3766]

The barking is a deterrent...they don't attack unless you approach the sheep, in his case you were right to dismount and turn around and go back the way you came. They don't like to engage physically, actually, but they will chase. I have 3...the neighbours hate them, lol, but nobody has ever been hurt.

[@Bambotb]

Will they bite ? It looks like he would be dead without his bike

[@thomastammaro693]

@@Bambotb , The dog wanted him to leave... If the dog wanted him, the bike wouldn't have stopped him from biting... The cyclist made a poor decision expecting the dog to " back up " first. They don't. I've trained dogs for LE , Military, and Correction interdiction. (aka , bite hard first ,ask questions later). If someone is that stupid so as to ride into a GPDS flock just on principle, because of a sense of perceived entitlement and no common sense, then they're just stupid...I hate pussies that think that they can do what ever they want, when ever they want to. You don't stick your hand on a hot iron, and then run crying to lawyer because you were stupid.I 🙃

[@africabalderson8636]

@@Bambotb They will not bite unless he stubbornly tries to move into the flock. If he goes back, they will always leave him alone.

[@Bambotb]

@@africabalderson8636 he has the right to go his own way...they will fkn bite

[@africabalderson8636]

@@Bambotb This is a visitor to a rural farming area. He has the “right” to be a stupid city person. But the smart, respectful thing to do would be to retreat a safe distance, perhaps have a little lunch and enjoy the scenery while waiting for the animals to move safely from the path … or, he could go back and choose another route. He is the intruder/visitor. This is the animals’ territory. It would be like me messing about in your front yard, sniffing your flowers and inspecting your lawn while you try to tell me to leave. In most farming areas, there are laws protecting herds and flocks crossing roads and pathways from travellers acting irresponsibly. If you can’t be a respectful visitor, stay in the city.

[@noahlanghofer2883]

Yeah, there are a very protective breed my girl always tried to bite our lawn mower guys 😂 it took a couple years for her to get used to them, I miss her

[@juanmola2000]

So theres a guy standing still recording him go through the sheep, totally not staged to trigger the poor dogs at all. Also the guy got off the bike, kept it to his side, stays calm and backs away a bit, but then he is aparently waiting for the dog to move away... They know what to do in tris situation they just dont want to end the confrontation to get the recording. I wish the owner had been there to tell you both what a couple of donkeys you were.

[@kenharrell1316]

I have 2 myself. They are doing a great job.

[@flaviacotton5029]

Doing exactly what they're supposed to do,warning off threats.

[@ugglebo1198]

Yeah id be moving back....slowly... Great job by the Pyrs!

[@HealedandThriving]

We have two and they protect their charges like a boss! Great job, dogs!

[@BotsWeekendCovers]

Wow awesome video and THANKS for sharing. Its awesome to see the dogs do their job and do it well. I also want to give you guys extreme props for letting the dogs do their job and not try to hurt them etc. Excellent Video on both fronts. I have a Great Pyr and as other commenters have said, they are hardcore barkers but attacks are very rare.

[@MrKmanhooks1]

I have two male Pyrenees...they fear nothing...absolutely nothing

[@whitefang351]

What's he worried about? He has on his plastic helmet.

[@ot23234]

I'm surprised he didn't have a mask on.

[@afs6596]

now thats funny !!! @@ot23234

[@winstonsyme7672]

Biker: "I want him to go back." 125lb dog: "He WILL go back."

[@shannonjones6500]

As long as he didnt go closer to the flock he'll be ok, they're protecting the flock.

[@andyorr1304]

Yup. That’s what they do and they’re really good at it. Great dogs.

[@aardhond]

Be glad it where pyrenees , if it where kangals you would have a bigger problem lol

[@ccaniac5832]

Had they actually got closer to the sheep... THIS would have been a bigger problem for them also.... lol

[@aardhond]

@@ccaniac5832 very true... i have put my money on the dogs lol

[@donv6686]

Exactly what I just posted. Them GP are all bark. Kangals will come and youll be shitting yourself for sure.

[@kennethwright8927]

@@donv6686 I’m a sheep farmer, I’ve got two pairs. Trust me, their not all bark.

[@whitefang351]

@@donv6686 They are definitely not 'all bark'. If it is necessary, they can take care of business.

[@chrisdurham6517]

Great dogs; they didn't attack. Just back off til they're comfortable with the buffer.

[@ktgodwin100]

Great dogs. They aren't trained to do this...this is what they are bred for.

[@johnmacpherson9515]

Did you think about just leaving? Maybe heading directly away from the sheep that you had been threatening.

[@flaviacotton5029]

I know! Just back away from the sheep a-hole.

[@Boone22]

That's a great working team. 1 watching flock, other dog is not allowing strange people near flock. Good Dogs! They are doing their job!

[@Linda-hs1lk]

Did he really want to throw a rock to that dog? He picked one up. If he'd done that that dog would have eaten him alive. They live with the herd. Just leave.

[@michaelgunby589]

I used to manage property for a utility. I leased one parcel to a man who grazed sheep and goats there. He had three Great Pyrenees guarding the flock. Each time I went out to inspect the property the dogs were fine with me while all of the goats and most of the sheep would just follow me around. But if a coyote came around to attack the flock the dogs would make the coyote would not come back.

[@sergiosilva6742]

"I want him to go back"". Haha it wont happen, he would chew you up before backing up

[@travelwell8098]

Love how the guy filming stood and watched and waiting so long to offer help

[@turkey4957]

The guy in red is the idiot, the filter offered help twice and asked red shirt directly, so what do you want me to do if he attacks and the red shirt guy just debuffed him and kept complaining and said he wanted the dog to move away, being stubborn instead of just backing up

[@that.schamp]

@@turkey4957 Indeed. Trying to be more stubborn than a Great Pyrenees is always a losing proposition. We stopped using a mobile vet a few years back.... On her second annual trip for vaccinations, our girl recognized the place and didn't want to go to the exam room. Every year since, she will go to the lobby, but I have had to carry her to the back for the vet. Good thing she's only 95# 🤣

[@afs6596]

he tried calling mommy first...

[@boopsnootinboogie]

I saw the biker pick up a rock to potentially use as a weapon against the dog @0:38 . The dogs are doing exactly what they are supposed to. YOU are encroaching on THEIR territory, so respect it.

[@flakesinyershoe8137]

Rocks work pretty well on dogs if you're serious about hurting them. Like wolves, they know if you're just bluffing or can't throw very well, though.

[@AmericanGlob]

These dogs are doing exactly what they have been bred to do for thousands of years. Notice how they don't attack the man on the bike, they just bark at him. They're not attack dogs, they're guardians. They're smart enough to tell the difference between a real threat, like a wolf, and a guy on a bike. Their barking may seem aggressive, but all they're really saying is "go away" and that is their job. Last point: Note how one dog stays with the perceived threat (the bike guy) while the other runs back to stay with the herd of sheep. Great Pyrenees are awesome at guarding livestock. After thousands of years, it's in their genes.

[@jonesba2004]

They are doing their job. And so very well!!

[@plfalcon4052]

Legend is that this standoff is still happening to this day.

[@obscurazone]

"I've been shouting at this idiot to leave for almost 5 minutes straight and he just stands there looking at me. What does he want me to do? Bite him ffs"?

[@samsgarage6345]

In the wrong hood I guess

[@beardedfamilyman243]

Those dogs are just doing their job and doing it quite well. Just keep an eye on them and move past the flock. The longer you stay there the more agitated they could've gotten. Never turn your back but definitely get away from them. Those dogs were actually quite easy going for Live Stock Guardians. You were lucky they weren't Kangals or a larger more aggressive LGD because your buddy would've calling for a ambulance instead of getting video.

[@brocklanders1984]

100m away from safety: “I got you dude, just use your bike” 🤣🤣

[@danielwarpaint1963]

It's cool to see dogs instinctually control cyclists.

[@Musicd1234]

dude inch back