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
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We have some sad news to share.
Uno, who came to us from a shelter partner earlier this month, has died. He was a sweet, friendly adult male who was social and adoptable.
He was also positive for heartworms and had just begun treatment.
Heartworm disease is deadly. We can often--but not always--treat positive dogs who come to us before late adulthood. By that time, the damage to their heart and other organs is often too severe.
Uno deserved a long, happy, and healthy life, but he didn't get it.
Please give your Pyrs heartworm preventative, and give them an extra hug today in honor of Uno.
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Like #CGPRAlum Auggie here, we are exhausted!
What a Pyrfect day to enjoy both our Pyrnic and bring the 2027 calendar cover contest to an end!
Thanks to all the volunteers who helped make today so wonderful, especially to Sherrie, Rhonda, Jessica, and Christy for all their work on the Pyrnic!
Time to finish our #SleepySunday with a good night's rest!
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Thanks to all the Pyrs who entered and those who voted! We raised over $10,000 for the rescue!
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Thirty minutes until the calendar contest ends and we have *almost* raised $10,000 for the rescue Pyrs!
Can we raise that last $465?!
Vote for your favorite fluffy here! Let's do this!
www.gogophotocontest.com/carolinapyrrescue
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Big thanks to our new friends at Stillwater Coffee Company for keeping us caffeinated at Pyrnic 2026!
If you are hosting an event in the Union Co. area, reach out to them. Their coffee is really good, and their snack selection is even better!
And...they have two Pyrs of their own!
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The last Pyr entered in our 2027 calendar contest is one close to the hearts of Shannon, her staff, and the volunteers who run the rescue. He is the best example of what we mean when we say that all the dogs are Pyrfect, even when they are imperfect!
Quasimodo came to us and stayed. Here's his story: "I came to the rescue via a Good Samaritan veterinarian who had been treating some serious skin issues I had.
My original people were feeding me mostly what they were eating and I had lost a bunch of fur and had really bad skin infections they couldn’t afford to treat so I needed to go someplace that could help me heal.
I got adopted to a really nice family through the rescue but I was mean to them because I wanted to eat all their food and drink all their sodas, so I had to come back to the rescue. After being there for a couple months, the president of the rescue decided to take me to the house by the rescue, now I have 6 brothers and two sisters, and 5 of them are also Pyrs!
Now I’m a good boy and eat only what is healthy for me, and my skin is healed and I have all my fur back. I am the biggest kid in the house too!
I was born with a crooked face and some people think I look funny, but my mommy tells me often I have the most beautiful face in the world and I am very loved by my big family!"
To give more Pyrfectly Pyrfect dogs their second chance, vote for Quasi here:
Vote for Quasimodo in CGPR's 10th Calendar Photo Contest.
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We've had a couple late additions to the 2027 calendar contest, and we want to welcome these new dogs to the fun!
Freyja is a Pyr mix rescued through our friends at Carolina Poodle Rescue.
This Pyr/poodle/tiger is Pyrfectly adorable!
Thanks for entering and supporting rescue, Freyja! If you love this mix, vote for Freyja!
Vote for Freyja in CGPR's 10th Calendar Photo Contest.
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Belle came to rescue needing two TPLO surgeries. As luck and love would have it, a family experienced with that recovery was looking for a sweet and sassy girl.
Steve, Lilach, and their furry and human kids all fell for Belle, too.
There's sure something about rescue that feels miraculous when the right people and the right dog find each other at the right time!
To vote for Belle, click the link:
Vote for Belle in CGPR's 10th Calendar Photo Contest.
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Why do rescue? Aren't there better ways to be broke and stressed out all the time?!
Sure.
But Pyr smiles.
There is *nothing* as rewarding as seeing a dog who came to us having given up find their smile again.
Like Bernie, who was surrendered by owners who were overwhelmed by caring for a young, playful dog. He did nothing wrong, but his whole world was turned upside down until we made it right again.
This is his story: "I was adopted by my family at 3 yo when I was at CGPR. When they visited the rescue on August 10, 2025, I immediately chose them. Even going in and out of my future dad’s legs when I first laid eyes on him. They gave me two kids to play with and a new best friend, my Anatolian Shepherd/Newfie brother, Loki. We are the best of friends and love to rumpus! I have another new friend to guard, a senior cat we call Goose. I love my family and immediately fit right in! I have plenty of space to roam and play with my best friend, Loki. They even take me on outings and vacations, including a recent trip to the mountains. Pup cups are my favorite road treat! Even though I was confused as to why I was given up for adoption and very grateful for CGPR who loved and cared for me until they found my Pyrfect family, I now realize it was meant to be."
Vote for Bernie to help make more dogs smile in 2027!
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The rescue Pyrs want to send a big tail wag to their friends at Southern Range Brewing Co. for providing the beer for Pyrnic 2026. The humans loved it! What a great day for a good meal, a cold beer, and fluffy dogs!
And volunteer Patrick earned that beer doing set up and clean up! VoluntPyr Ruger appreciates the support!
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Isn't it wonderful when you are surrounded by people who *get* you? Pyrs love people get them, too.
Take Fletcher, who came to us from a shelter partner after he was adopted and returned twice for being a Pyr. Neither family who adopted him understood what being a guardian means.
The staff at the public shelter reached out to us. They loved him, but like lots of public shelters, they have to place dogs with whoever comes in wanting to adopt them. They can't refuse adopters who might be nice people and good dog owners because they aren't familiar with the breed, don't have a fence, etc.
Fletcher is a Pyr-lovers' Pyr, and his current owners love him for it. People who come to us to adopt either have shared their lives with Pyrs and love them or know about the breed and want to bring a loud, shedding, Pyrpinionated dog into their home. Pyrs aren't for everyone. That's why we need rescues!
Fletcher found his #PyrfectMatch through our rescue, and to give other Pyrs that chance, vote in our 2027 calendar contest:
Vote for Fletcher in CGPR's 10th Calendar Photo Contest.
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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.