If you are looking for a companion who loves humans and playmates, and will do anything for a treat, Xena is your girl! She is kind, gentle, trusting, and completely loving. This smart gal is crate trained, walks well on leash, and knows basic commands. Xena adores her toys and bones so much that she can empty a 5-gallon toy bin in less than 10 seconds. She enjoys playing with her foster brothers and loves being outside. She will sit, just observing her surroundings and is very content doing so. She is your typical Pyr, when she hears anything that might be a threat, she will alert-bark to send those predators away. The perfect home for Xena is to have a male playmate, and humans that will provide lots of attention. This girl is an exquisite gem who enjoys a quiet environment. Not to mention, she has a long, beautiful coat and beautiful eyes that make you fall in love the minute you see her!

NGPR Pooch Profile

Name: Xena in CT

Age: 1 yr old as of April 2024

Color: Gorgeous White Coat

Dew Claws: Double

Estimated Adult Weight: 90 lbs

Current Location: NGPR approved foster in Windsor, CT

Medical: Spayed, dewormed, negative for heartworm, 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: Other Dogs, Cats and 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.

Transport: Not available to the West Coast - please see our list of Northwest dogs

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.

If you can't foster or adopt at this time, please consider helping our Neediest Cases or making a tax-exempt donation by visiting our Donate page.

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.

More Information: Questions? The fastest way to learn more about a dog is to fill out our online application. If you call or e-mail you are reducing your chances of adopting this animal as we direct our time and energy to first serving those who apply. 

We have many Pyrs and Pyr mixes who need homes and not all of them are posted. You can see more of these beautiful dogs by clicking on Adoptable Dogs.