Buzz is such a gorgeous boy who had a rough life prior to rescue from a shelter in Alabama. He was found as a stray as a young pup and clearly had been living on his own for quite some time. Fast forward and look at him living life now! He absolutely loves other dogs and plays great with the 11 other dogs in his foster home. He is a little slower to warm up to people, but once he does, he is the biggest lover and will be your friend furever! Buzz loves ear rubs and butt scratches—the way to his heart. His foster parents describe him as one of the smartest dogs they have ever had. He taught himself to open the deck door to let himself in the house. He will also scratch at the door to let his person know he needs to go out for potty time. Buzz is quick to catch on and has learned so much from watching his older foster brothers and sisters. Buzz will require a home with a fenced yard to run, play in and hang out with another dog or two. Buzz will need a person(s) with large breed experience who can continue his training, helping him to feel secure and show him unconditional love.

NGPR Pooch Profile

Name: Buzz in MD

Age: 1 yr 5 mos old as of April 2024

Color: gold/tan w/white legs and on face

Dew Claws: single

Estimated Adult Weight: 70 lbs

Current Location: NGPR approved foster in Rockville, MD

Medical: Will be neutered, dewormed, negative for heartworm, up-to-date on vaccinations and currently on flea, tick and heartworm preventative. This dog travels with a Interstate Health Certificate required by the USDA confirming that all the above criteria have been met.

Housebroken: yes

Can be Placed With: Cats, Other Dogs, Kids unknown

Fencing: Secure VISIBLE fencing is required; invisible fencing WILL NOT contain this breed.

Fees: Adoption fees are determined on a sliding scale depending on age, location and transport. Fees for dogs adopted locally start at $400 and can range up to $700 for puppies under six months. Puppies placed on spay/neuter contracts receive $100 back when the dog is spayed or neutered. Transport costs are included in the adoption fee. Fees for senior dogs (7 or older) and foster dogs will be adjusted accordingly.

NYS Registered Rescue # RR102

Our goal is to assess every application on its own merits. Key considerations are: 1) the experience of the applicant with large breed dogs 2) children in the household or regularly visiting the household are ready for a large-breed dog who is a guardian by nature and 3) the sex of other dogs currently residing in the household to avoid same-sex aggression issues. For puppies under six months old, the applicant’s ability to socialize the puppy with older dogs is a priority.

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Please complete the adoption application and visit nationalpyr.org to learn more about Pyrs and our adoption process. National Great Pyrenees Rescue (NGPR) is not a shelter. We are a non-profit, tax-exempt rescue who has been rescuing the breed for 15 years.  Visit nationalpyr.org to learn more about us, our mission and our breed.

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