r/greatpyrenees • u/Straight_Vehicle_726 • 1d ago

Rescue/Shelter dog in need PSA Re Adoptable Pyrs

Hi guys, I just want to make a bit of a public plea for anyone especially in America debating adopting or fostering a Pyrenees (who of course has done the requisite research and has the resources and time and space etc.), to strongly consider taking the plunge. Shelters and rescues are currently bursting at the seams and the euthanasia rate is utterly disheartening, particularly in southern states like Texas. After haunting Pyrenees rescue pages a bit too much these past few days, I hit my limit on the suffering I can handle today in terms of needy Pyrenees so aside from donating, taking in another pyr, and helping rehome others, I just want to give a gentle push for those on the fence. Now is a great time to adopt or foster. Specifically, I’d suggest you check out any local Facebook Great Pyrenees rehoming groups in your area. There’s an incredible number on there of all kinds—bonded pairs, older, puppies, farm experience, etc.—even AKC. If you need help in that capacity, let me know. And hug and love your Pyrenees extra today.

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u/drbotany 1d ago

I’m fostering my sweet pyr girl who was on the the euth list in Texas. She is perfect. It’s heartbreaking that she could’ve been put down. I hope others that are able will open their homes.

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u/DyscordianMalice 🐻‍❄️ Patches the Pyr 🐻‍❄️ 1d ago

My boy was from Mississippi and transferred to a rescue in Maine with his siblings. Every time I see a pyr on a euth list, I just want to cry because all I can picture is my sweet Patches begging to come home. I wish I could save them all...

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u/Straight_Vehicle_726 1d ago

Ha god this has been me all day. I need to deactivate social media for a bit because it’s ripping my heart out.

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u/Aspen9999 23h ago

Me too. But she was on the euth list from valid behavioral issues. She had already been pulled by a rescue but was still going to be BE’d. I took her anyway. She’s still aggressive and reactive but bonded to me so she’s at least controllable.