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This gorgeous Pyrenees boy is Snowball and he is an absolute gem! Snowball is a total sweetheart who warms up quickly to people and seeks out attention and affection. He loves playing with all of the other dogs at his foster and making friends with all of them, so he would do great with another dog for a companion in his new home. He is a very good boy who walks gently and nicely on a leash. Snowball came to rescue from a very crowded shelter in Georgia and thankfully we were able to get him safe to rescue. Snowball has the most gorgeous fluffy coat and soft grey ears. He was matted when he came to rescue so did need a haircut, which is now growing back in nicely! We just love this big handsome fellow and so will you :)

NGPR Pooch Profile

Name: Snowball in CT

Age: 2 yrs 5 mos old as of Oct 2023

Color: Gorgeous White fluffy coat w/grey on ears

Dew Claws: Double

Estimated Adult Weight: About 90 lbs, likely 100+ when he fills out

Current Location: NGPR approved boarding in Milford, CT

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

Housebroken: extremely neat in his kennel and will likely do well indoors.

Can be Placed With: Kids, Other Dogs, 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. 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.

We may consider fostering for some of our dogs who are in boarding. Please visit Fostering FAQfor an application and information about our fostering program.

If you can't foster or adopt at this time, please consider helping our Neediest Cases or making a tax-exempt donation by visiting our Donate page.

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.