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A Quick Pyrview
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Rescue based in Charlotte, helping dogs in NC and SC
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Non-refundable adoption donation: $300 for adults, $350 for puppies
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All-volunteer 501(c)3 established in 1992
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Active web and social media presence to educate about the breed
Adoption Policies Overview
The majority of our Pyrs require solid and securely fenced yards to thrive. We occasionally make exceptions for experienced Pyr owners who understand the breed’s strong instinct to roam and commit to keeping the Pyr on-leash when outside. We do not place Pyrs in homes where chains, tie-outs, or underground fencing is used.
We require a positive reference from a veterinarian who can confirm the applicant’s history of providing routine care, particularly regular administration of heartworm prevention and vaccination. We may require additional references for special needs Pyrs or exotic breeds to help us assure a good fit. An experienced Pyr-owner and volunteer may do a home visit, particularly for first-time Pyr owners.
All approved applicants are invited to meet the Pyrs and an officer of the rescue by appointment at the kennels in Indian Trail, NC. Most families bring home their new family member that day. Those who don’t find their match are welcome to visit again. We will help those who appear unready for Pyr ownership find an appropriate rescue to match them with a dog.
Our non-refundable adoption donation is $300 for adults and $350 for puppies. This includes full vaccination; veterinary care when needed; spay/neuter; heartworm testing and, if necessary, treatment; and professional grooming.
Pupdates
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Facebook Posts
Albert and Claudia fell for Sir Pyr!
In early March, this sweet boy came to us from a shelter partner with a bullet in his leg.
Thanks to Dr. Clayton Watkins at Commonwealth Animal Hospital, time, and TLC at the rescue, he is walking again...and loving being treated like royalty at his new home!
Look at that smile! ❤😁❤😁❤
#PyrsAreFamily #fureverhome #washyourpaws #cgpradopted
In early March, this sweet boy came to us from a shelter partner with a bullet in his leg.
Thanks to Dr. Clayton Watkins at Commonwealth Animal Hospital, time, and TLC at the rescue, he is walking again...and loving being treated like royalty at his new home!
Look at that smile! ❤😁❤😁❤
#PyrsAreFamily #fureverhome #washyourpaws #cgpradopted
We crate train the rescue Pyrs, but CGPR-alum Willow also is table trained.
#PyrsAreFamily #fureverhome #washyourpaws
#PyrsAreFamily #fureverhome #washyourpaws
Dagnabbit, Willow-Pillow!
She’s very proud of herself 😂
Ours too!
That’s a well built table!
This is too funny I thank God every single day that my Willow hasn’t learned how to jump up on the bed LOL🤣🤣
Better very for protecting everyone.
Strong table 😆
We only had one dog do that. It was one of our fosters. There's been so many I can't remember which one. 😊
that brought such a laugh!!!! Thank You CPR!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! And Willow!!!! xoxo
Cute, but very thankful our Lila doesn't do that!!
Hey Robyn Schnessel .... You thought the cat was bad?!? Lol
I was turned down by a non-pyr rescue many many years ago because when they came and did the home inspection, my pyr was standing on the coffee table ... :-). I've had numerous pyrs since then!
Makes brushing much easier...
It’s amazing to me how many do this.
Oh my!!! Made my day❣️❣️❣️❣️❣️❣️❣️❣️
Good girl!
Aww too cute I think my Olaf is too fat to jump on table
Makes it easier to love on her! She’s got some serious table manners😍
Mine too! Here’s my puppy in the winter on my patio table! (He wasn’t a yr old yet!)
They like to go for the highest vantage point!!!
This has not happened so far at my house but the flowers on the table were taken out into the yard...
Elizabeth, Savannah, Noelle, Violet, and, most important, Mitzee the Shih Tzu picked Barnaby!
#PyrsAreFamily #fureverhome #cgpradopted #washyourpaws
#PyrsAreFamily #fureverhome #cgpradopted #washyourpaws
Look at that face!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Congrats!!!!!
Awe so awesome congrats
Welcome to rescue, Loki! Thanks to our wonderful foster Andi, we were able to partner with our friends down at the Spartanburg Humane Society and help this Pyr.Big THANK YOU going out to Carolina Pyr Rescue for accepting Loki into their care. This sweet boy was found stray and brought to SHS for care and his stray hold. No one came to claim this gentle giant so he is now in the best hands possible for his second chance at happiness. Good luck and safe travels big boy.
What a cutie 💓
Our Loki says his brother from another mother should come share his couch 😊
And if Lee complains, tell him it could be a calf!
We’re going to be looking for another dog soon that can keep up with this doofus.
Wonderful! ❤️❤️❤️❤️
They are the sweetest dogs ever!!
UPDATE! ADOPTION PENDING!
Sweet, gentle Frisco is waiting for his furever home!
Sweet, gentle Frisco is waiting for his furever home!
Nichole Corkins Combs
Handsome boy!
Wish he was mine.😢
Pretty dog!
Kim Carper Branum
He's so gorgeous
Dave Lacambacal oh myyyyyyy
He's beautiful 😍
he has a very sincere expression
Awe I love him already
Wow! I would love to have that cutie! 🐩
I love their gentle eyes.
Awe i love him we need a male Great Pyrenees we only have a female
We have a family here in Waynesville NC wanted to adopt a rescue. Do you have any available? Excellent family. She just loves ours..
ADOPTED! pictures from this weekend coming! Hooray!
Bravo!!
I Love this rescue!!!!! You are each a Hero!!1 God Bless each of you for all the great work that you do!!!!!!
CGPR-alum Albus captures our feelings about this week coming to an end!
We are looking forward to more adoptions this weekend!
We are looking forward to more adoptions this weekend!
How sweet looks like Albus is shadows dancing
So happy Albus is doing so wonderfully! He’s an amazing dog 🖤🖤🖤🖤
Let's start the week with happy news!
LaMonica, Jonathan, and their boys adopted Willa from CGPR years ago. She passed away in 2020. It was time to welcome another big fluffy into their hearts. They picked Layla, a sweet puppy who has blossomed in rescue and loved her new brothers at first sight. Look at that smile!
#PyrsAreFamily #fureverhome #washyourpaws #cgpradopted
LaMonica, Jonathan, and their boys adopted Willa from CGPR years ago. She passed away in 2020. It was time to welcome another big fluffy into their hearts. They picked Layla, a sweet puppy who has blossomed in rescue and loved her new brothers at first sight. Look at that smile!
#PyrsAreFamily #fureverhome #washyourpaws #cgpradopted
So glad this pup ended up in a great home!
thank youi for the work you do
Calvin sent us a pupdate from his new home and pictures of his sofa and bed to celebrate #sleepysunday. Hope you enjoyed a restful day, too!
#PyrsAreFamily #fureverhome #washyourpaws
#PyrsAreFamily #fureverhome #washyourpaws
How beautiful you are Calvin
Get Connected
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Carolina Great Pyrenees Rescue is based out of our president’s grooming and boarding facility in Indian Trail, NC, and trained and professional staff care for most of our Pyrs. We rely on a network of experienced foster families to care for Pyrs who are not immediately adoptable.
We need the following:
- Forever homes: The number one way to help us is to adopt a Pyr.
- Donate any of the following items: We sometimes need clean towels and blankets (no wool), new or gently-used crates, Diamond Natural Lamb and Rice blend kibble, plain Milk Bones, Tide HE, and paper towels. Please email president@
carolinapyrrescue.com for current needs. Many of these needs are listed on our Amazon Wish List. - Organize an adoption event at a local pet store or other suitable site in your community: Email events@carolinapyrenews.
com - Donate: CGPR is a 501(c)3 non profit. Every dollar you donate goes directly to our efforts to save these magnificent dogs. Your donations are tax deductible, and you will receive a letter from CGPR for your records stating the details of your donation. Click the ‘Donate’ button below to start the donation process via PayPals’ safe and secure webserver. You can also send a check to CGPR at 4015 Fawnbrooke Dr., Indian Trail, NC 28079.
- Post, forward, and like: We share our Pyrs’ profiles on Facebook, YouTube, Instagram, and Twitter. Any likes, forwards, retweets, and posts help them by introducing new people to the wonderful dogs we have in rescue. The majority of our adoptive families find us through the internet and social media.
- Shop: Make us your charity through AmazonSmile, iGive, or GivingAssistant, and raise money while doing your normal shopping.
- Donate through work: Take advantage of matching giving programs your employer may offer. Email donations@
carolinapyrrescue.com.