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Charlie: The “Founding Father” of CGPR
By Beth Hill, daughter of Martha Rehmeyer, CGPR Founder
Martha and Charlie

One blistering hot summer day in 1992, my brother found himself confronted by a large, fluffy, white dog wandering in Winston-Salem. At that time, he was living in a small apartment with a medium-sized dog of his own. There was no way he could keep this dog.  Fortunately, our mother lived nearby. He coaxed this hundred-pound stray into the back of his Suzuki and called to warn her of his arrival. Mom, an animal lover, would know what to do with this monster.

And, of course, Martha Rehmeyer did. She took in the animal, provided him with a cool basement to get away from the summer heat, a bowl of refreshing water, and another bowl full of food. She contacted the appropriate agencies to report this lost dog, only no one seemed to be looking for him. She had worked in a veterinarian’s office and knew that this was a Great Pyrenees. She had been intrigued by this breed and had considered adopting one when the time was right. Little did she know that time was now.

After a few days with no owner coming to claim him, she contacted the nearest Great Pyrenees rescue. They were willing to take him but would not be able to pick him up until the following week. She agreed to keep him safe and well-cared for until then.

If you cannot guess what happened next, you have not had the experience of spending time with a Pyr. They make you do things you would not have considered before. Forget about all those pre-conceived notions of dog rules: no dogs on the furniture, no dogs that shed a lot, no dogs that drool, etc. You meet a Pyr and all of a sudden reality hits: Pyrs are lap dogs with the only problem being that human laps are too small. Pyrs inevitably end up on the furniture. Their hair can also be used to make soft sweaters and line bird nests—recycling at it’s finest! And isn’t this why they make vacuums? What a good excuse to support the economy by purchasing a newer, improved model! And drool, it is only water…slightly slimy…but still water. I have never been told that it ever hurt anyone.

When the Great Pyrenees rescue called for him a few days later, her answer came easy: “Thank you, but never mind, he can stay.” He had won over her heart and would win over many more over the next eight years.

His name became Sir Charles of Scarsborough, otherwise known as Charlie. He was special. My mother started taking him to local nursing homes and adult day care centers. He made people who had not smiled in years smile once more. People who could not remember their own name remembered his and looked forward to his visits. He made caregivers believe when a woman who had not spoken in years called his name. He even knew when death was near and made a point to sit a moment longer with those who may not be there for his next visit. He was usually right.

He was special. Over the years the two of them received several awards including volunteer of the year. He had shown her the true spirit of these gentle giants and in doing so, inspired her to reach out and help his brothers and sisters. And so it started.  My mother started rescuing other Great Pyrenees that first year with Charlie. It started slow with only eight dogs entering the rescue. This past year, CGPR accepted 127 dogs into rescue. The unfortunate side of this story is that more than 300 had to be turned down. My mother is a strong woman, but even strong women cry. It hurts when she has to say “no” to any dog in need. I have come home to find her sitting quietly in front of her computer. I listen as she talks about the “bad days.” My mother realizes that she cannot save them all, but it does not stop the pain of knowing what probably happens to those that she cannot offer sanctuary.

There have been numerous times that she has talked about “getting out.” This past year, the 501(c) 3 tax-exempt status was scheduled to be renewed, and she did not plan on doing so. She was making mental notes on how to “shut down” the operation, but the lure of this majestic breed and the understanding of what would happen to all of those “Charlies” if there were no CGPR kept her—and still keeps her—going.

October 10, 2000 was a sad day. Charlie collapsed on the living room floor. It took both my mother and my brother to gently roll him onto a blanket and carry him to the car. The typically short drive to the vet’s office was painfully long that day. My mother was there when he took his last breath. His body may be gone, but his spirit remains.

This one stray changed so many lives, especially that of my mother. In my eyes, it keeps her young. I hope that she continues this wonderful mission as long as possible. Thank you, Charlie!

Mission Statement
a photo of CGPR President and CGPR Founder/President Emeritus Martha
CGPR President Shannon and CGPR Founder/President Emeritus Martha

Carolina Great Pyrenees Rescue is a non-profit that works to rescue and rehome abandoned and abused Pyrs in North and South Carolina. We were established in 1992 in Winston-Salem, NC by Martha Rehmeyer. In 2016 when Martha retired, we moved to Indian Trail, NC where our current president, Shannon Meehan, then had her grooming/boarding business. As of summer 2024, we have relocated the rescue to her farm in Marshville, NC.

Our volunteer-based organization advocates for the breed and educates others about the proper care of these “gentle giants.” We also serve as a resource for Pyr owners throughout the region whether or not they adopted through CGPR. We sponsor social events and maintain an on-line presence that enables Pyr people to meet and communicate with one another because we believe that celebrating the wonderful dogs who share our homes is an important part of rescue.

What Is Pyr Rescue?

By Martha Rehmeyer

Martha was all in when it came to Pyrs!

Rescue is a representative for every Pyr, no matter its breeding or origin and regardless of its conformation or condition. Whether abandoned, lost, turned in at a shelter or pound, given up by an owner, taken in a cruelty raid or through some other misfortune, a rescued Pyr needs and deserves someone to stand in for its best interests. The rescue rep is the most important person to the Pyr until an appropriate forever family is found.

Rescue is rehabilitation. It is healing the wounds of abuse, fattening-up the bones of neglect, mending whenever possible the conditions of poor breeding, coaching the good behavior of the unsocialized, consoling the abandoned, and reassuring the rejected. It is neutering/spaying, vaccinating, medicating, and especially kissing-to- make-it-all-better.

Rescue is rewarding. There is no proud moment comparable to showing off the glorious specimen you have found within that mangy, scrawny ugly duckling. There is no joy like seeing a happy Pyr go home with a new family. There is no greater satisfaction than making things right for a Pyr whose life had gone wrong.

Their love and kisses are a big bonus!

Pyr-nomics: The Cost of Running a Rescue

CGPR is a 501(c)3 non-profit, which means that we depend on adoption fees and donations to cover the cost of feeding, sheltering, transporting, and providing veterinary care for the Pyrs that we rehabilitate and rehome each year. We have a solicitation license with the state of North Carolina.

Every email and phone call returned, meet-and-greet resulting in an adoption, walk taken, bath given, and social event organized is done freely by people who work for the breed because they love the breed.

Adoption fees, while important, cannot sustain the rescue. Without generous donor support, we could not have saved over 100 Pyrs each year since 1992! Please continue to financially support CGPR in the following ways:

  • Contact donations@carolinapyrrescue.com for help setting up an automatic monthly donation through PayPal or to set up CGPR to receive matching funds through any corporate donation-matching your employer might offer.
  • Designate CGPR as the recipient of funds raised through online shopping purchases though AmazonSmile, iGive, and Giving Assistant purchases. See the Ways to Help CGPR tab for specific instructions.
  • Organize a fundraiser in your community or through your business. Contact donations@carolinapyrrescue.com for help.

We invite donors who would like to see our 990 for to email president@carolinapyrrescue.com for a copy.

We have a Candid Platinum Seal of Transparency for 2023.

Ways to Help CGPR
Carolina Great Pyrenees Rescue is based out of our president’s grooming and boarding facility in Marshville, 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.

Organize an adoption event at a local pet store or other suitable site in your community. Email events@carolinapyrenews.com

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.  If you need additional information to qualify for matching donations please request it at donations@carolinapyrrescue.com.

Donate items.

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We sometimes need clean towels and blankets (no wool), new or gently-used crates, Diamond Natural Lamb and Rice blend kibble,  Tide HE, Lysol Clean-and-Fresh Multi-Purpose cleaner in the lemon scent, and paper towels. Please email president@carolinapyrrescue.com for current needs.  Many of these needs are listed on our Amazon Wish List.

 

Donate money.

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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 ‘Paypal’ button on the left to start the donation process via PayPals’ safe and secure webserver.

You can also send a check to: CGPR at P.O. Box 504, Marshville, NC 28103.

 

Post, forward, and like.

Facebook logoWe 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.

 

 

CGPR Events
CGPR hosts or participates in several social events.
Annual Charlotte St Patrick’s Day Parade
2019 St Patrick's Day Parade Charlotte
2019 St Patrick’s Day Parade Charlotte

Carolina Pyr Rescue has loved being a part of the Annual St Patrick’s Day Parade since 2015. This rescue social event is for Pyrs, their people, and their non-Pyr canine siblings. All CGPR alum and their families are invited to walk with the rescue Pyrs!

This is a large parade, and we will interact with other dogs, animals of other species such as horses, and all kinds of people, and we will be exposed to loud noises. The majority of our Pyrs enjoy this event, have a blast, and behave beautifully, and we ask that owners be responsible and respectful when deciding whether to participate. Please do not bring dogs who will be overwhelmed or frightened or those who will bark, growl, and snap at other dogs or people.

We ask that all those participating RSVP by emailing parade@carolinapyrrescue.comby March 1. Please let us know how many people and Pyrs/dogs are in your group. We will email information re: the location and time for the pre-parade meet up once we know our place in the parade line-up and the size of our group. Expect it to be somewhere in Uptown Charlotte between 9:30 and 10 am. The deadline to RSVP is March 1.

We will have lots of green beads, bowties, mini-fedoras, boppers, bandannas, etc. for the Pyrs and their people. If you prefer to decorate your Pyr with other items, great!

Social Pyrs not adopted through CPGR but who are spayed/neutered and fully vaccinated are welcome to join us; please send proof of spay/neuter and vaccination status to parade@carolinapyrrescue.com by March 1.

The total distance from parking lot, parade route, and back again is about 3 miles. We have arranged for a volunteer to tow a small trailer/float, and we have a limited number of seats for people and Pyrs. Please RSVP immediately to parade@carolinapyrrescue.com to reserve a spot. We will include as many people and Pyrs as we safely can.

We ask that all adult participants purchase and wear CGPR St. Pat’s shirts: http://carolinapyrrescue.com/cgpr-2019-parade/. You can also click the button below. We appreciate when folks buy the current shirt because we want our group to match. In addition, we use the shirts as a fundraiser to cover the costs of participating in the parade because we don’t use the Pyrs’ donated funds for this purpose. The sale of shirts each year makes this event possible. Because the sizing of shirts ordered directly through our online store last year ran crazy small, we have returned to a bulk order from a local printer. The shirts run true to size and are available in unisex adult S-XXL. We welcome children too small for an adult shirt to wear anything green. We will make the shirts available in advance at the rescue and bring those not picked up to the event. The deadline to order shirts is March 1.

For our out-of-town Pyrs, please tell your Pyrents that La Quinta Inns (https://www.lq.com/en) and Residence Inns (https://www.residenceinn.marriott.com/) are dog-friendly and accept large dogs. (Comfort Inns can be, but none of the Charlotte-area locations are.) There are several La Quintas and Residence Inn locations throughout the Charlotte metro area, and there is a Residence Inn in Concord, near the race track, which is right off I-85 and a little more affordable than the Charlotte metro options. We suggest booking a room soon. The parade is the same weekend as the ACC men’s basketball championship!

In-town Pyrents, if you want Shannon to groom your Pyrs, make your appointment NOW by calling (704) 708-4820!

As is our tradition, we’ll refresh ourselves with beers after the parade at Bird Song Brewery. Those who can’t join us to march or who prefer lifting a pint to walking should count on us arriving at about 1 pm. They normally have a food truck on Saturdays for those who want lunch.

Pyrnic Homecoming

For nearly twenty years, CGPR has hosted a homecoming picnic, or Pyrnic! All Pyrs and their families are invited to celebrate another year of saving lives and to raise funds to keep doing it. We welcome home all alumni adopted from CGPR, and we extend an invitation to all Pyrs not adopted from us, too. Those thinking about adopting and wanting to learn about the breed are also invited. In short, all social dogs and friendly humans are welcome!

In the past, we have hosted this event in the late spring first at Martha’s house and then at Shannon’s business. Beginning in 2019, Pyrnic will take place in the fall and at Shannon’s farm. Check back here or follow our social media pages for more information.

Beers and Pyrs Socials

As time allows and weather permits, we gather informally for beers and barks at dog-friendly breweries in the Charlotte area. All are invited! Please watch our social media platforms for announcements about our upcoming Beers and Pyrs events!

Big Fluffy Study Breaks

The rescue Pyrs and CGPR alum answer the call when students at Davidson College are stressed out! Watch our social media platforms for upcoming snuggle fests!

 

Contacts

Questions about Applications applications@carolinapyrrescue.com

Questions about Policies, Intake, or Surrenders president@carolinapyrrescue.com

Problems Making a Donation donations@carolinapyrrescue.com

Problems Submitting Applications webmaster@carolinapyrrescue.com

CGPR has an active and helpful Facebook page where Pyr owners discuss varied topics and more on a daily basis Like Us on Facebook and join our on-line community! You can also follow us on Instagram.

We are an all-volunteer organization. The people that you will meet while adopting your Pyr have jobs, families, and lives beyond our love for and commitment to this breed. We pride ourselves on running a professional and proficient rescue, and it often takes us a few days to respond to emails and calls and a week to screen applications. We appreciate your understanding and look forward to working with you!

Presidents in Action Gallery

  • Shannon & one of the hundreds of Pyrs that she has helped since taking over CGPR.
    Shannon & one of the hundreds of Pyrs that she has helped since taking over CGPR.
  • Martha hugging a Pyrenees puppy.
    Martha hugging a Pyrenees puppy.
  • Shannon greets an exhausted Pyreenes brought to CGPR from a hoarding situation in 2017.
    Shannon greets an exhausted Pyreenes brought to CGPR from a hoarding situation in 2017.
  • Martha greets one of her Pyes at a social event in High Point, NC.
    Martha greets one of her Pyes at a social event in High Point, NC.
  • Shannon hugginga Great Pyrenees face to face,
    Shannon and one of the many rescue Pyrs.
  • Martha and Tundra a Great Pyrenees dog.
    Martha and Tundra.
  • Shannon with her puppies Lucious & Cecelia.
    Shannon with her puppies Lucious & Cecelia.
  • Martha bathing a puppy in the sink during a Groomathon at the rescue.
    Martha bathing a puppy in the sink during a Groomathon at the rescue.
  • Shannon with a puppy at the Pyrnic.
  • Martha with long time volunteer Janet.
    Martha with long time volunteer Janet.
  • Shannon with Lucious and Cecelia
  • Martha greeting CGPR alum Leonidas.
    Martha greeting CGPR alum Leonidas.
  • Shannon and "Whiity"
  • Martha and a volunteer at one of many Groom-a-thons at her kennels.
    Martha and a volunteer at one of many Groom-a-thons at her kennels.
  • Shannon at her business, Dogs Day Out
  • Clean ears are the final step at a Groomathon!
    Clean ears are the final step at a Groomathon!
  • Martha had room for ALL types of Pyrs, including puppies.
    Martha had room for ALL types of Pyrs, including puppies.

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The final scent in our summer candle sale is Sex on the Beach modeled by Billy Idol!

Same as before, supporters can pick four 8 oz. jar candles for $50 (including shipping). We are offering 8 summer-inspired scents this time. Sex on the Beach is 8 of 8.

Each label is customized to feature a Pyr in rescue or recently adopted, and each order includes a large sticker for your laptop, water bottle, or bumper. Show your Pyr pride!

Soyworx candles are hand-poured here in North Carolina and made of 100% soy grown in the USA. These candles are clean-burning and last over 40 hours.

We've pinned the link to order to the top of this page and shared it in the thread for this post.

All proceeds will cover costs of summerizing the rescue Pyrs' yards and creating more shade for them.

Thanks for your support, likes, and shares!
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The final scent in our summer candle sale is Sex on the Beach modeled by Billy Idol!

Same as before, supporters can pick four 8 oz. jar candles for $50 (including shipping). We are offering 8 summer-inspired scents this time. Sex on the Beach is 8 of 8.

Each label is customized to feature a Pyr in rescue or recently adopted, and each order includes a large sticker for your laptop, water bottle, or bumper. Show your Pyr pride! 

Soyworx candles are hand-poured here in North Carolina and made of 100% soy grown in the USA. These candles are clean-burning and last over 40 hours.

Weve pinned the link to order to the top of this page and shared it in the thread for this post.

All proceeds will cover costs of summerizing the rescue Pyrs yards and creating more shade for them.

Thanks for your support, likes, and shares!
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Sometimes, we don't get a chance to post a new dog's profile before we have a furever home lined up.

Why?

Because we have the Pyrfect approved applicants waiting for that dog!

That's what happened to sweet Loki. His new Pyrents will be coming to meet him soon!

If you are ready to adopt in the near future but don't know if your Pyrfect match is at the rescue now, we recommend filling out the application to schedule a meet-and-greet anyway.

We notify approved applicants as possible matches come into rescue, and your VIP (very important Pyr) might be on their way!

You can find a summary of our adoption process and the application at carolinapyrrescue.com.
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Sometimes, we dont get a chance to post a new dogs profile before we have a furever home lined up. 

Why? 

Because we have the Pyrfect approved applicants waiting for that dog!

Thats what happened to sweet Loki. His new Pyrents will be coming to meet him soon! 

If you are ready to adopt in the near future but dont know if your Pyrfect match is at the rescue now, we recommend filling out the application to schedule a meet-and-greet anyway. 

We notify approved applicants as possible matches come into rescue, and your VIP (very important Pyr) might be on their way! 

You can find a summary of our adoption process and the application at carolinapyrrescue.com.
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If you ordered candles through our summer fundraiser, they are en route!

If these pictures gave you candle envy, you can order yours through June 30 at the link in the thread.

Same as before, supporters can pick four 8 oz. jar candles for $50 (including shipping). We are offering 8 summer-inspired scents this time.

Each label is customized to feature a Pyr in rescue or recently adopted, and each order includes a large sticker for your laptop, water bottle, or bumper. Show your Pyr pride!

Soyworx candles are hand-poured here in North Carolina and made of 100% soy grown in the USA. These candles are clean-burning and last over 40 hours.

We've pinned the link to order to the top of this page and shared it in the thread for this post.

All proceeds will cover costs of summerizing the rescue Pyrs' yards and creating more shade for them.

Thanks for your support, likes, and shares!
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If you ordered candles through our summer fundraiser, they are en route!

If these pictures gave you candle envy, you can order yours through June 30 at the link in the thread. 

Same as before, supporters can pick four 8 oz. jar candles for $50 (including shipping). We are offering 8 summer-inspired scents this time. 

Each label is customized to feature a Pyr in rescue or recently adopted, and each order includes a large sticker for your laptop, water bottle, or bumper. Show your Pyr pride! 

Soyworx candles are hand-poured here in North Carolina and made of 100% soy grown in the USA. These candles are clean-burning and last over 40 hours.

Weve pinned the link to order to the top of this page and shared it in the thread for this post.

All proceeds will cover costs of summerizing the rescue Pyrs yards and creating more shade for them.

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Deadpool is lucky to be alive. He dodged the bullet of being surrendered to a county shelter as a "dangerous" dog.

This social, juvenile boy, who we estimate to be 9 months old, was surrendered to a shelter by his first owners for killing a chicken.

Because of this history of "aggression," he was labeled as rescue-only per county policy. In other words, he couldn't be adopted directly from the shelter because he was considered high risk of harm. This label is often a death sentence because of the potential risk and liability associated with rehoming "dangerous" dogs. Some counties won't even allow rescues to pull these dogs.

We are grateful that the shelter staff and a rescue partner had better judgement then Deadpool's first owners and worked with us to help him.

Pyr puppies *must be trained* to work safely with chickens and any other critters, and this process takes about two years, during which a competent LGD learns through guidance from humans and adult dogs while also maturing. A juvenile Pyr who treats a chicken as a squeaky toy is not inherently aggressive or a danger to humans.

Deadpool loves everyone at the rescue, including humans and other dogs, but he is a little scared of Birgit the cat! He is a happy, friendly boy, and an adopter is at greater risk of being bit by a human member of our board than this dog.

Deadpool (not his original name--we renamed him) is a distinctive-looking dog. We hope that his breeder and first owners recognize him and are reading this. We hope that others who think plopping puppies into pastures is acceptable are reading this. There are a lot of people, including on social media, promoting irresponsible ownership of guardian breeds. Sadly, Deadpool's situation isn't unique. We see it all the time.

Our message to those people who make decisions that can get good dogs killed is this: if you breed and sell pups to people too ignorant or lazy to train their LGDs, you are the problem. If you buy a pup and you are too ignorant or lazy to train it, you are the problem. There's abundant good information on training LGDs that is freely available online. No social, healthy juvenile deserves a death sentence because of your greed, laziness, and stupidity. If this reads as harsh, good.

To everyone else, let's celebrate Deadpool's second chance and find him the home he deserves! This sweet boy can go to a home with kids, a female dog his size, and smaller dogs of either sex. Perhaps no chickens is best, but he probably would be just fine with backyard chickens with guidance from an experienced owner.

BIG thanks to Blair from the Humane Society of Wilkes Co. for advocating for Pyrs in her county's shelter and working with us so quickly to help this goodest boy. Thanks to Rhonda for giving him a lift.

We welcome those who want to visit Deadpool to read our policies and fill out an application to schedule a meet-and-greet at carolinapyrrescue.com.

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Deadpool is lucky to be alive. He dodged the bullet of being surrendered to a county shelter as a dangerous dog.

This social, juvenile boy, who we estimate to be 9 months old, was surrendered to a shelter by his first owners for killing a chicken. 

Because of this history of aggression, he was labeled as rescue-only per county policy. In other words, he couldnt be adopted directly from the shelter because he was considered high risk of harm. This label is often a death sentence because of the potential risk and liability associated with rehoming dangerous dogs. Some counties wont even allow rescues to pull these dogs.

We are grateful that the shelter staff and a rescue partner had better judgement then Deadpools first owners and worked with us to help him.

Pyr puppies *must be trained* to work safely with chickens and any other critters, and this process takes about two years, during which a competent LGD learns through guidance from humans and adult dogs while also maturing. A juvenile Pyr who treats a chicken as a squeaky toy is not inherently aggressive or a danger to humans. 

Deadpool loves everyone at the rescue, including humans and other dogs, but he is a little scared of Birgit the cat! He is a happy, friendly boy, and an adopter is at greater risk of being bit by a human member of our board than this dog. 

Deadpool (not his original name--we renamed him) is a distinctive-looking dog. We hope that his breeder and first owners recognize him and are reading this. We hope that others who think plopping puppies into pastures is acceptable are reading this. There are a lot of people, including on social media, promoting irresponsible ownership of guardian breeds. Sadly, Deadpools situation isnt unique. We see it all the time. 

Our message to those people who make decisions that can get good dogs killed is this: if you breed and sell pups to people too ignorant or lazy to train their LGDs, you are the problem. If you buy a pup and you are too ignorant or lazy to train it, you are the problem. Theres abundant good information on training LGDs that is freely available online. No social, healthy juvenile deserves a death sentence because of your greed, laziness, and stupidity.  If this reads as harsh, good. 

To everyone else, lets celebrate Deadpools second chance and find him the home he deserves! This sweet boy can go to a home with kids, a female dog his size, and smaller dogs of either sex. Perhaps no chickens is best, but he probably would be just fine with backyard chickens with guidance from an experienced owner. 

BIG thanks to Blair from the Humane Society of Wilkes Co. for advocating for Pyrs in her countys shelter and working with us so quickly to help this goodest boy. Thanks to Rhonda for giving him a lift. 

We welcome those who want to visit Deadpool to read our policies and fill out an application to schedule a meet-and-greet at carolinapyrrescue.com.

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Darling Colette was found by a Good Samaritan along with her brother, Hodge. We estimate these young Pyrs to be about 6 months old.

They are not particularly bonded, and they can go to separate homes. Colette would be a wonderful match for a family with time to enjoy training and socializing a juvenile dog. She would like to join a home with a large male dog or smaller dogs of either sex. Kids and cats ok.

Colette is fully vetted and ready to leave rescue!

If you would like to visit her, please read our policies and fill out an application to schedule a meet-and-greet at carolinapyrrescue.com.

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Darling Colette was found by a Good Samaritan along with her brother, Hodge. We estimate these young Pyrs to be about 6 months old.

They are not particularly bonded, and they can go to separate homes. Colette would be a wonderful match for a family with time to enjoy training and socializing a juvenile dog. She would like to join a home with a large male dog or smaller dogs of either sex. Kids and cats ok.

Colette is fully vetted and ready to leave rescue! 

If you would like to visit her, please read our policies and fill out an application to schedule a meet-and-greet at carolinapyrrescue.com. 

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6 days ago
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The seventh scent in our summer candle sale is Beach Walk modeled by #CGPRAlum Eli!

Same as before, supporters can pick four 8 oz. jar candles for $50 (including shipping). We are offering 8 summer-inspired scents this time. Beach Walk is 7 of 8.

Each label is customized to feature a Pyr in rescue or recently adopted, and each order includes a large sticker for your laptop, water bottle, or bumper. Show your Pyr pride!

Soyworx candles are hand-poured here in North Carolina and made of 100% soy grown in the USA. These candles are clean-burning and last over 40 hours.

We've pinned the link to order to the top of this page and shared it in the thread for this post.

All proceeds will cover costs of summerizing the rescue Pyrs' yards and creating more shade for them.

Thanks for your support, likes, and shares!
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The seventh scent in our summer candle sale is Beach Walk modeled by #CGPRAlum Eli!

Same as before, supporters can pick four 8 oz. jar candles for $50 (including shipping). We are offering 8 summer-inspired scents this time. Beach Walk is 7 of 8.

Each label is customized to feature a Pyr in rescue or recently adopted, and each order includes a large sticker for your laptop, water bottle, or bumper. Show your Pyr pride! 

Soyworx candles are hand-poured here in North Carolina and made of 100% soy grown in the USA. These candles are clean-burning and last over 40 hours.

Weve pinned the link to order to the top of this page and shared it in the thread for this post.

All proceeds will cover costs of summerizing the rescue Pyrs yards and creating more shade for them.

Thanks for your support, likes, and shares!
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6 days ago
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Happy #truelovetuesday!

We have THREE darling bonded pairs waiting for a family with room in their hearts and on their sofa for TWO Pyrs.

Is two Pyrs a lot?!

Nah! As someone with 2.75 Pyrs (one is a tri-paw), I can pledge that more Pyrs is better! They keep each other company. The furballs are so large that they are tumbleweeds and easy to pick up -- practically self-cleaning! The difference between one and two Pyrs barking is minimal and just like listening to loud people talk sh*t to each other. Above all, because Pyrs evolved to live with other Pyrs and guard together, their Pyrsonalities shine in pairs. Indeed, knowing our Pyrs through their relationships with one another as well as with us has been so rewarding.

To meet these wonderful dogs, please read our policies and fill out an application to schedule a visit at carolinapyrrescue.com.

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Happy #TrueLoveTuesday! 

We have THREE darling bonded pairs waiting for a family with room in their hearts and on their sofa for TWO Pyrs. 

Is two Pyrs a lot?! 

Nah! As someone with 2.75 Pyrs (one is a tri-paw), I can pledge that more Pyrs is better! They keep each other company. The furballs are so large that they are tumbleweeds and easy to pick up -- practically self-cleaning! The difference between one and two Pyrs barking is minimal and just like listening to loud people talk sh*t to each other. Above all, because Pyrs evolved to live with other Pyrs and guard together, their Pyrsonalities shine in pairs. Indeed, knowing our Pyrs through their relationships with one another as well as with us has been so rewarding. 

To meet these wonderful dogs, please read our policies and fill out an application to schedule a visit at carolinapyrrescue.com. 

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Are you working hard today like #CGPRAlum Charlotte, a very busy and successful squirrel guardian dog who lives the fluffy hustle?!

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#PyrsAreFamily #PyrsBeingPyrs
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Are you working hard today like #CGPRAlum Charlotte, a very busy and successful squirrel guardian dog who lives the fluffy hustle?!

😂🤣😁😆

#PyrsAreFamily #PyrsBeingPyrs
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The best way to help rescues take in urgent dogs at risk of PTS is to help us get adoptable dogs out the door to make space. Promote adoptables. Share profiles. Most rescues operate at capacity and need to place one to take in one. ... See MoreSee Less

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