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  Special Gratitude to Our Donors: On behalf of the GPCA Health Committee we acknowledge our members and friends who have been so generous in their donations. We have dedicated a special section to express our gratitude in assisting us in maintaining the health of our beloved breed.
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  Do you know a Great Pyrenees who is making a difference and is worthy of receiving one of these awards? Achievement & Hero Awards Application (PDF).
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  While a dog show may look like a beauty pageant, it’s not. Dogs are not being compared to each other; they’re being measured by how closely they conform to the standard of their particular breed. FIND OUT WHY
- Therapy
  
  Whether they’re working with a child who is learning to read, visiting a patient in a hospital or a senior in assisted living, therapy dogs improve the lives of other people.
- Versatility Program
  
  The GPCA Versatility program and title series is designed to honor our dogs for their accomplishments in a number of areas.
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  The Great Pyrenees Club of America events calendar provides an up-to-date and comprehensive list of upcoming Regional Specialties and all National Specialty events. Want to see the Great Pyrenees in the ring or just want to find out what a dog show is all about? Plan on visiting one of our specialties!
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