Help CGPR send more Pyrs to loving furever homes! Carolina Great Pyrenees Rescue is totally volunteer-managed and funded through donations,...
A Quick Pyrview
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Rescue based in Marshville, NC, helping dogs in NC and SC
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Non-refundable adoption donation: $300 for seniors over eight years old, $400 for adults, $450 for mix puppies, $600 for Pyr puppies, and $650 for bonded pairs. Reduced adoption donation for seniors over 65 and veterans on request.
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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 seniors over eight years old, $400 for adults, $500 for puppies, and $650 for bonded pairs. This includes full vaccination; veterinary care when needed; spay/neuter; heartworm testing and, if necessary, treatment; and professional grooming.
Pupdates
Follow us on social media, and help spread the word that #PyrsAreFamily.
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Hey, Pyrs!
Tell your humans that it is time to purchase tickets for our annual homecoming Pyrnic (that's a Pyr picnic)!
Check the event for more information, including the link for tickets.
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What can we say? David is a work of art!
To learn more about him or any of the dogs in our care, read about our placement process and fill out an application to schedule a meet-and-greet at carolinapyrrescue.com.
Thanks for likes and shares!
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Eeyore is a loving and happy boy who is looking for his #FureverHome. (So, yeah, the name is cute, but he doesn't act like an Eeyore!)
Eeyore came to us through a shelter partner, and like so many of the dogs we take in from county shelters in the Carolinas, he is Pyrfect! The negative stereotypes of shelter dogs are proven wrong every day by dogs like Eeyore!
Eeyore loves everyone -- including cats, kids, and other dogs. He is healthy, vetted, neutered, and ready to leave!
To meet Eeyore or any of the wonderful Pyrs in our care, read about our placement process and fill out an application to schedule a meet-and-greet at carolinapyrrescue.com.
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Happy #sleepysunday! We hope that you followed the lead of the greatest breed and spent some of your day napping...like Fluff.
When we picked up Fluff from a shelter partner, we were told she was a full Pyr.
We have our doubts.
We now suspect that she is part seal. Or maybe part angel. Having flippers or wings is the only way to make sense of *this* sleeping position!
Fluff is six years old, fully vaccinated, negative for heartworms, and spayed. She is a sweet, confident girl who likes other dogs and cats but wants to be the center of attention. She is a velcro Pyr!
To learn more about Fluff or any of the wonderful Pyrs in our care, read our policies and fill out an application to schedule a meet-and-greet at carolinapyrrescue.com.
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We are finishing our #FureverHomeFriday celebration with Sgt. Pepper and Penny Lane, adopted by Jessica.
Congrats to all!
#cgpradopted #PyrsAreFamily #PyrsBeingPyrs
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#FureverHomeFriday isn't over yet!
John, Emily, and Blake the Pyr (left) came to the rescue looking to adopt one Pyr.
The picked our bonded sisters, Hannah and Miley (right)!
Congrats to all!
#CGPRAdopted #PyrsAreFamily #PyrfectMatch
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We proudly admit it.
We are sluts for *all* of the livestock guardian breeds!
We also will help our sister rescues whenever we can. Leo is a Kangal who came to us through Hands Helping Paws Rescue. Leo was a great addition to the Pyrs' play group while he was here. We loved caring for him!
Hands Helping Paws Rescue found Leo's #FureverHome with Greg, who came from Rhode Island to the Pyr rescue to pick him up!
#PyrfectMatch #CGPRAdopted #PyrsAreFamily
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Let's share another #FureverHomeFriday picture!
When you do rescue, some surprises suck. Others are wonderful!
This picture celebrates TWO happy surprises!
#CGPRAlum Oreo (left) brought his Pyrents back to the rescue. They wanted to meet Ava (right).
If you remember her story, Ava came to us in late spring in rough shape--weak, emaciated, and positive for heartworms. We weren't sure what kind of quality of life she could have, but we committed to giving her the chance she deserves. We were looking for a long-term foster home at that time.
Well, surprise #1! Ava has gotten stronger and healthier quicker than we hoped! She has a pep in her step, gained weight, and made it through heartworm treatment.
Surprise #2: Michael, Kathryn, and Oreo adopted Ava! This lovely girl has the #FureverHome she deserves!
We are crying happy tears to see Ava living her best life!
#CGPRAdopted #PyrsAreFamily #PyrfectMatch
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Happy #FureverHomeFriday, friends of the Pyrs! We have 5 photos to share.
We often have an idea about who will be adopted quickly and who might need time before finding the right furever home. But sometimes we get it wrong. We couldn't figure out why Tucker wasn't getting picked by adopters. She's gorgeous and loving and sassy and all the good things about female Pyrs.
Well, it turns out her Pyrfect family just hadn't come to meet her yet. When they did, it was love at first sight! Look at those smiles!
Congrats to Jahyr, Cintia, Gabriel, Miguel, and, of course, Tucker!
#CGPRAdopted #PyrsAreFamily #PyrfectMatch
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We're not saying we are the only rescue with impossibly cute dogs, but...look at this impossibly cute dog!
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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, new or gently-used crates, Diamond Natural Lamb and Rice blend kibble, Lysol Clean and Fresh Multipurpose cleaner (the yellow bottle), 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, and Instagram. 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 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.