The Long Haired Pyrenean Sheepdog is a well-balanced and good mannered dog. While they are not overly excitable, hyperactive, boisterous or bossy dogs neither are they timid, neurotic, shy or nervous dogs. Instead, they are somewhere between the two and tend to be fairly calm and relaxed, with a slightly reserved attitude towards new people and environments. They need a lot of socialisation with other people and animals from a young age in order to prevent them from becoming too aloof, and they might need some encouragement in unfamiliar places. Their calm nature makes them wonderful family pets as they are great with children, enjoying playtime whilst being tolerant and patient with younger owners. However, he should be trained not to use his inherent herding abilities to try and herd young children, which feel like second nature to your Long Haired Pyrenean Sheepdog. Your Long Haired Pyrenean Sheepdog will appreciate a good deal of exercise; he loves to run and will look forward to his daily walks, especially when he can go off leash. His abundant energy means that he’s also a big eater.