Adopt a Great Pyrenees / Mixed (long coat)

Children in the home must be at least 6 years old.

Previous dog experience is required, preferably large breed.

Female Great Pyrenees rarely cohabitate with other females successfully. Our goal is for each adoption to be a permanent placement, therefore homes that already have a female dog are not eligible to adopt a female Pyr.

We're excited to introduce you to Ida, a super sweet and gentle Pyr and Karakachan mix! This beautiful girl adores being brushed and pet, and her ideal home would be with a family that can shower her with attention. Ida would be great with kids (she doesn’t jump), gets along with other dogs, and doesn’t pay attention to cats. She is a little shy at first, and cautious when you stick your hand out for a smell, but she warms up to people really fast. Ida prefers to hang out inside versus outdoors, so she’d be an excellent tv-watching companion :) Ida will need at least a 6’ fence for those brief moments she’s outside – her long legs would easily hurdle her over a 4’ one. Also, she’s not a big barker, but will sound an alarm when she’s outside and something has caught her attention. The good girl that she is though, she’ll stop all her chatter when asked to. She’s also one smart pup, as she’s learned to use the doggie door and walks well on a leash – no pulling or jumping for this proper lady. Lastly, Ida is always game for a car ride, so what do you think...can she hitch a ride over to your house?!



NGPR Pooch Profile



Name: Ida in Maryland



Age: 7 yrs old as of Jan. 2018



Color: beautiful tri-color



Dew Claws: yes



Estimated Adult Weight: 70 lbs



Current Location: NGPR approved foster in Baltimore, MD



Medical: Spayed, 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: yes



Can be Placed With: Kids, Cats, Other Dogs



Fencing: Secure VISIBLE fencing is required; invisible fencing WILL NOT contain this breed. Ida requires a 6 ft tall fence.



Fees: $350 adoption fee.



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Please visit our ADOPTION CENTER to complete the application form and learn more about Pyrs and our adoption process. Thanks.

About Us: National Great Pyrenees Rescue (NGPR) is not a shelter. We are a not-for-profit, tax-exempt coalition of Pyr rescuers and rescue groups. We save Pyrs and Pyr mixes across the country and place them in approved foster homes so we know how they will interact with
your
family. Please consider adopting or fostering. Every dog who is fostered or adopted makes room for another Pyr coming out of a kill shelter. Prior to adoption, NGPR dogs are fostered for a minimum of two weeks (usually more), spayed or neutered and fully vetted. Dogs coming from out of area are certified with a USDA health certificate before going to their new homes. Our rescuers adhere to the highest placement standards and will take back any dog whose adoption does not succeed. Visit www.nationalpyr.org to learn more about us, our mission and our breed.

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This exceptional Great Pyrenees dog has been selected for sponsorship by National Great Pyrenees Rescue (NGPR)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 Rescue Dogs.

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