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This handsome young Pyr is on the lookout for a forever home, and honestly? - Whoever snags him is going to be one lucky family! Mellow came to us through a cruelty investigation in NC after being seized by Animal Control — he arrived severely underweight, but that’s all behind him now and this boy is loving rescue life! A few good groceries later, he's filled out beautifully and is absolutely thriving! If there's one thing Mellow wants you to know about him, it's that he is a PEOPLE guy. Kids, adults, strangers, the vet's entire staff — he'll say hi to every single one of them with the biggest, toothiest smile you've ever seen on a dog. (Yes, he does the toothy grin. Yes, it is just as amazing as it sounds.) He's equally wonderful with other dogs, loving to play with the big dogs (see his videos!), and ignoring the little ones he met on occasion. He'd love a 5-foot fenced yard to run around and play in! On the training front, Mellow knows "sit" and is crate trained — though he would like it noted, for the record, that he finds the crate deeply offensive and would prefer you simply trust him. He is a lover of toys above all earthly things, and if you want to be his absolute best friend, just show up with something plush and squeaky. He also loves going on adventures and exploring new places, so if you're someone who likes to bring your dog along for the ride, Mellow is absolutely your guy. This sweet, smiley boy deserves the world. Could you be the one to give it to him?

NGPR Pooch Profile

Name: Mellow in VA 

Age: 1 yr old as of February 2026 

Color: White with tan markings 

Dew Claws: Yes 

Estimated Adult Weight: 80 lbs

Current Location: NGPR approved foster in Blackstone, VA 

Medical: Neutered, dewormed, negative for heartworm, 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

Can Be Placed With: Dogs, Kids. Cats Unknown. 

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. Transport costs are included in the adoption fee. 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. Fees for senior dogs (7 or older) and foster dogs will be adjusted accordingly.

More Information: Questions? The fastest way to learn more about a dog is to fill out our Adoption 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.

NYS Registered Non-Profit Rescue # RR102. National Great Pyrenees Rescue (NGPR) has been rescuing and adopting out Great Pyrenees since 2006. Our relationship doesn’t end with adoption, as we continue to support adopters throughout the lifetime of their dog.

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.