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This big, adorable ball of fluff is Bear, an unfortunate victim of the COVID-19 pandemic. He lost both his people to the virus and is now looking for another furever family for him to love and protect. Despite being a senior dog, Bear does not act like it! He is a good protector at any sign of visitors, Bear does not hesitate to sound the alarm. He has excellent house manners, is housetrained and crate trained. He gets along with other dogs, male and female. He hasn't been tested with cats, and he will react to livestock. Bear is a very respectful gentleman, and he expects (and deserves) to be treated with respect as well. He would do well with an experienced handler who knows the breed, who is well-versed in dog language, and one who will ensure Bear has adequate amount of exercise to keep him healthy as he enjoys his golden years. An adult-only home would be best, or one with older, mature kids that have experience with Pyrs. Although Bear is not your typical run-up-and-hug type of Pyr, he is a sweet, well-mannered boy who shows his affection by staring at you intently, and being a good protector. If you are willing to open your home and your heart to Bear, he will love you to the moon and back!

NGPR Pooch Profile

Name: Bear in GA

Age: 9 yrs 1 mos old as of May 2023

Color: White

Dew Claws: Double

Estimated Adult Weight: 87 lbs

Current Location: NGPR approved foster in Griffin, GA

Medical: Neutered, dewormed, heartworm negative, up-to-date on vaccinations and currently on flea, tick, and heartworm preventative. This dog travels with an Interstate Health Certificate required by the USDA confirming that all the above criteria have been met.

Housebroken: Yes and crate trained.

Can be Placed With: Adult-only home (poss. mature kids w/Pyr experience).Other dogs. Not yet tested with cats. No livestock.

Fencing: Secure VISIBLE fencing is required; invisible fencing WILL NOT contain this breed.

Fees: Adoption fees are determined on a sliding scale depending on age, location and transport.  Fees for dogs adopted locally start at $400 and can range up to $700 for puppies under six months. Puppies placed on spay/neuter contracts receive $100 back when the dog is spayed or neutered. Transport costs are included in the adoption fee. Fees for senior dogs (7 or older) and foster dogs will be adjusted accordingly.

NYS Registered Rescue # RR102

Our goal is to assess every application on its own merits. Key considerations are: 1) the experience of the applicant with large breed dogs 2) children in the household or regularly visiting the household are ready for a large-breed dog who is a guardian by nature and 3) the sex of other dogs currently residing in the household to avoid same-sex aggression issues. For puppies under six months old, the applicant’s ability to socialize the puppy with older dogs is a priority.

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Please complete the adoption application and visit nationalpyr.org to learn more about Pyrs and our adoption process. National Great Pyrenees Rescue (NGPR) is not a shelter. We are a non-profit, tax-exempt rescue who has been rescuing the breed for 15 years.  Visit nationalpyr.org to learn more about us, our mission and our breed.

More Information: Questions? The fastest way to learn more about a dog is to fill out our online application. If you call or e-mail you are reducing your chances of adopting this animal as we direct our time and energy to first serving those who apply. 

We have many Pyrs and Pyr mixes who need homes and not all of them are posted. You can see more of these beautiful dogs by clicking on Adoptable Dogs.