My name is Simon, and I’m ready for my fur-ever family! My foster mom says that I am so loveable, and I make her laugh a lot. She says I am handsome with my freckles, very friendly with all dogs and humans, smart, goofy and sweet – a very happy pup. I love to play with my foster siblings (male and female), playing tug of war and tag, so I would require a fur-ever home with fun fur-buddies to play with. I even have experience living with three kitties and having little kids in the house occasionally. I am very playful, so toys are a MUST as I love to have a good time with my chew-toys, bully sticks and stuffed animals. And, I can be quite active (I still have puppy energy!), so outside exercise, chasing the ball, playing tag, playing “stick” in the fresh air, are my favorites, and I do need a big yard with a secure fence to run around! That said, I calm down and love my nap and resting times. I am completely housebroken, love to cuddle, and I sleep through the night. I travel well in the car and walk great on-leash. My foster mom sometimes forgets I’m even with her - I’m that good! In a nutshell, I’m a great “catch” if you’re looking for a good-natured, fun-loving, silly, affectionate Pyr.

NGPR Pooch Profile

Name: Simon in MD

Age: 11 mos old as of April 2024 

Color: white – cream badger 

Dew Claws: double  

Estimated Adult Weight: 90+ in lbs - best guess 

Current Location: NGPR approved foster in Crofton, MD

Medical: 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: Kids, Cats, Other Dogs  

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.

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.

Good with Dogs, Good with Cats, Good with Kids

Simon in MD - A Smart Cookie's brother, Theodore in TN - Silly & Fun Adventure-Seeker! (available for adoption) can also be seen on our website.

Simon in MD - A Smart Cookie's brother, Theodore in TN - Silly & Fun Adventure-Seeker! (available for adoption) can also be seen on our website.