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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
Follow us on social media, and help spread the word that #PyrsAreFamily.
Facebook Posts
Rescue dogs teach us that you don't have to be related to be family.
#CGPRAlum Bella and her sister Bea.
#PyrsAreFamily #FureverHome
I just messaged you! I found a great pyr roaming my neighborhood so I brought him in so he wouldn’t be outside any longer with the storm
This could be our Tula and a variety of guests. Pyrs are just wonderful.
Sprocket the Boston terrier and Dalton Great Pyrenees Great Dane mix brothers from different mothers
Nope, not going to acknowledge that it is Monday already.
As modeled by #CGPRAlum Mozart the Furlosopher.
#PyrsAreFamily #FureverHome #WashYourPaws
Jennifer & Jon picked Max!
#PyrsAreFamily #FureverHome #WashYourPaws #CGPRAdopted
Beautiful
Look at his smile!
I can tell by the owner and the dog’s smile that he is a very lucky to have been adopted!
beautiful
Congratulations! Beautiful smiles!
He’s a happy guy! 😍
Lots of things have changed for all of us.
One thing we’ve experienced is that messages and emails to us these days are too often mean. We also are deleting more ugly comments from our page. Perhaps people have grown comfortable being nasty in general, but we respectfully suggest we aren’t the place to direct that energy. We'll keep it positive. And pawsitive!
We are volunteers. No one running this rescue is paid. We do this because we love the Pyrs. Please, be kind to the dogs *and* the people.
Except for a few retirees (of which we are all jealous!), the rest of us are working professionals who do other things for a living, which means rescue work happens on evenings, weekends, lunch breaks, and during our “free time.” For several of us, the pandemic has increased the demands of our real jobs. To keep everyone safe during the pandemic, we adapted our division of labor and limited volunteer access to Shannon’s kennels/business. With fewer volunteer hours to go around for all these reasons, it takes us longer to post on social media, respond to messages, and schedule appointments. Everything we do involving others – from screening applications to vet visits – also just takes more time these days because many of the people we work with at shelters, vet clinics, etc. also are stretched thin. There’s no handbook to running a charity during a pandemic, and here we are saving Pyrs anyway. We are doing our best, and, frankly, amazing in these circumstances. Please, be patient.
Rescue means saying “no” even when we might wish to do otherwise. Although spiking rates of adoptions from shelters made the news last spring, the reality for us (and many rescues – we aren’t special) is that demands on our resources have continually grown while resources available have shrunk. We’ve been asked to take in over 300 Pyrs and Pyr-mixes so far in 2021. We can care for about 20 dogs at a time and have the capacity for about 100 – 125 Pyrs in a year. That’s a lot...more. More posts about dogs, more emails about dogs, more questions about dogs -- all needing attention. And then there's helping the actual dogs! We are strategizing about ways to increase our capacity in the near future, but the answer is not to say “yes” to all dogs or even offers to volunteer and take on more in this moment in ways that would undermine the dogs in our care or the humans who care for the dogs. We want to include all friends of the Pyrs and help every Pyr, but we have to say no when that’s the responsible thing to do. Please, be understanding.
The majority of our time goes to caring for the dogs, processing applications, and responding to endless emails. Social media is not rescue, and most rescue work is invisible to outsiders. The dogs we are taking in require more care than ever before in our thirty-year history. More injuries. More neglect. That means more time, resources, vet visits, and volunteer hours to make each ADOPTED! picture possible. The dogs come first because humans can wait. Please, be compassionate.
We exist to find a family for every Pyr in our care and reduce the population of homeless Pyrs in the Carolinas. We don’t exist to meet the needs of every human who wants something from us, especially if their home isn't a fit for a Pyr in our care. A home for every Pyr *not* a Pyr for every home. That's a big, fluffy difference.
Buy your friends who rescue a bottle of wine. Or some whiskey. They probably need it! If you rescue, too, hugs from us, and care for yourself like you care for the dogs!
Let’s save some Pyrs!
You do wonderful work. Sorry you are experiencing negativity.
Thank you for all you do for the Pyrs in need. From 3 of your alum now enjoying life in PA (Diego ‘14, Jedi ‘17, Peaches ‘15).
It’s hard to imagine how people could find fault like this. Thank you for what you do, how you do it, and for making our family complete!
Thank You each for all that you do for these wonderful Animals!! You each are my hero!!! 💖
I told Finley about this and she’s not happy about it. She and her sister, Lilly, send their love to everyone at CPR.❤️
We wouldn’t have our best buddy if it weren’t for y’all! Thanks for all you do for these amazing animals!
Thank you!!
As someone who only rescues, and mainly hard luck giant breed dogs. I really appreciate rescue orgs who take the time to really try and match a dog with its new person. It isn't easy to take a very large dog who has been rehomed too many times, or had too many bad experiences and try and bring them back. The rescues that can help prevent that are like gold.
It sucks that you guys even have to say this! If everyone would just be kind! 💛💛 love from Ghost & momma
You are all the most amazing humans and deserve nothing but positivity! You are angels to the Pyrs and from us, Bruce and Savannah we say THANK YOU ❤️
Saint says Thank You for all you do! He wouldn't have daily full bowls of food without you all!
Thank you for all you do, and Teddy thanks you too! Formerly Calvin.
Well said!!
Sending lots of love and Pyr hugs from all of us here at Palmetto Pyr Haven. <3 <3 <3
So grateful for your big hearts and devotion to these amazing creatures. Sending much appreciation to all of you!!!
Thanks for all you do for the precious pyrs. We adore our sweet Snow.
Thank all of you for your service. Positive out weighs the negative they suck and have nothing better to do.
Thank you for all you do!
Thank you for all you do!! Much love, Milo (2019) 🐾💕❤️
Yall do a super great job. Thank you.
You all rock! I came to you for information about a Pyrenees that I rescued 2 years ago and you were more then generous with the information and tips you gave!!
Coop sends his love and we send u our thanks for all u do. Send the mean people here we’ll sort that out for u!
Roxy sends her love and is practicing barking at anyone mean in case u need her to help out lol 💕🐾
We absolutely are in awe of all that you do, we are sorry not everyone can see your awesomeness. If you ever need anything…please don’t hesitate to ask. Big Love ❤️
Izzy sends many thank you for giving her a chance for having a furever home (2018). With lots of love & kisses ♥️ to all who made it happen.
From #CGPRAlum Coleman's human: "When you endure a long complicated pregnancy but your dog takes all the credit for it. 😂😍"
What a Pyrfect picture!
#PyrsAreFamily #FureverHome
This TGIF *boop* brought to you by Marty!
#PyrsAreFamily
Cardi boops back ✌🏼🐾❤️
I love my cold face boops in the morning to be let out and start her day. So polite!
Lottie was sleepy so I helped her boop
Current Lottie boop
Boop back
Thanks to those who donated to cover the cost of Loki's amputation. We are at $775 of the $2,000 we need to pay his bill.
We appreciate all contributions, large and small, to help this sweet and friendly boy know a future without pain!
You can donate here on Facebook or via PayPal at carolinapyrrescue.com (click the PayPal circle at the top of the page).
#CGPRAlum Clara sent a pupdate. She came into rescue mostly bald and covered in sores because a backyard breeder kept her and her puppies penned up in their waste.
Looks like she's adjusting to her #FureverHome just fine, isn't she?! 😀
#PyrsAreFamily
God bless
What a beauty! She deserves the best.
Beautiful!
So deserving! Beautiful girl💖
And her chewy is all her own!
Meet Marty!
We named this sweet, loving boy after a friend of the Pyrs. Martin Halloran is the rescue Pyrs' CPA. Halloran donates his time and talent to handle the paperwork the Pyrs submit to the IRS each year to stay legal, and we are grateful for that because while the Pyrs are wonderful at making barks and protects, 990s are not really in their skill set. If you live in the Lake Norman/north Mecklenburg region, please consider patronizing Halloran and thank him for donating his services to our Pyrs!
This Marty won't do your taxes, but he is super sweet and snuggly!
Those interested in adopting a Pyr should read our policies and fill out an application to meet the Pyrs at carolinapyrrescue.com
Oh my he looks just like Dunkin.
Tesla Holling
Loki is a sweet and gentle adult male who came to us through a shelter partner in South Carolina. He came to them as a stray.
Clearly, he's been neglected. Loki has been living with a broken leg that healed improperly years ago, and the damage to the leg is irreparable. Our veterinarians agree that his best option moving forward is an amputation of his left rear leg. He can live pain free as a tri-paw, and we will make that good life possible for him!
Loki's surgery will take place on July 30.
He'll recover at the rescue and be ready for his furever home in September. Loki would love to join a family who has few stairs but lots of room on their sofa for snuggles. He is a velcro Pyr whose tail never stops wagging!
Loki's second chance will cost us $2,000. We appreciate any donations for this beautiful boy!
www.youtube.com/watch?v=6jTT1EAg9Ik
Get better soon, buddy!
Kerri Zane Loki needs a fam.
Looks like another one for Mary Drake Roberts 😉
UPDATE: ADOPTED!
Did y'all miss the videos?! They're baaaackk!
Here's sweet Bella! We adore her. She's a calm but spunky girl who is a typical female Pyr -- loyal, stubborn, and sweet.
She's ready for what hopefully will be her furever home. No dog deserves it more!
Those interested in adopting from us should begin by reading our policies and filling out an application to meet the Pyrs at carolinapyrrescue.com.
www.youtube.com/watch?v=n6GGQSBovNQ
Awwww! I would love to have her! We have 5 acres, but it's not fenced in 😪
She just reeks of sweetness. Who could not love her? The couple hosts on HGTV that have the fix up show out of Arkansas, just adopted a second Pyr on last night’s episode. They have a farm and have sheep as well as other farm animals
best thing on Youtube !!!
Love her! She is beautiful and seems like the sweetest girl!
Adopted!
Janet and Daniel picked Prissy!
#PyrsAreFamily #FureverHome #WashYourPaws #CGPRAdopted
GOOD FOR YOU!
Nice
Congratulations!
They all look happy, congrats!
She is a wonderful addition and adjusting well!
Congratulations !
such a pretty girl
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.