Adopt a Great Pyrenees / Mixed (long coat)

NYS Registered Rescue # RR102

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

Previous dog experience is required, preferably large breed.

SWEETNESS ALERT! Abe is a young Pyr mix who is as sweet as he is beautiful. This boy holds perfectly still while he is being petted and loved on because he does not want it to stop :) However, do not think Abe does not have a playful side to him because once he feels comfortable with someone he will bounce and pounce with the best of them. He is particularly fond of belly rubs. Abe loves other dogs but he has not been tested with cats. He walks pretty well on leash with no pulling, with just the occasional stop and sniff or zigzag. Abe came into rescue quite thin but he is eating everything put in front of him and gaining weight slowly and steadily. This boy appears to have been overly corrected and under socialized because loud voices will scare him as will going to new places. For that reason, we are recommending a quiet, adult-only home for Abe as kids may be a bit too much for him. In such a short time though, Abe has made some miraculous strides toward gaining confidence and trust. Everyone who has been in contact with this boy wants to make everything all better for him and Abe is showing his appreciation by becoming the playful, happy and loving dog he was always meant to be!



NGPR Pooch Profile



Name: Abe in KY



Age: approx. 18- 22 mos old as of Dec. 2017



Color: white with badger markings



Dew Claws: double



Estimated Adult Weight: 80-90 lbs (needs to gain weight)



Current Location: NGPR approved foster home in KY



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: No Kids (best in an adult only home), Other Dogs, Cats unknown



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



Fees: $475 adoption fee.



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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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