Sterling… a big, beautiful pup, full of love and eager to find his perfect family! This boy, a mix of Great Pyrenees and Australian Shepherd came into rescue after his owners surrendered him to a local KY shelter. He is a bit underweight but with time, good eats, and plenty of love and attention Sterling will grow into an amazing boy! Sterling enjoys running around the yard or just hanging with all the dogs.  He is a smart boy, responds to his name, takes corrections very well, and is learning to sit for a treat and to walk on leash without pulling – sometimes his natural curiosity gets the best of him!  Sterling simply loves people, has a zest for life, and wants to see what the world has to offer. Sterling would do great with an active family who enjoys going out and “doing things,” like hiking, walking around the neighborhood, and he may be a good candidate for agility training. This boy is always game for the next adventure, ready to hop into your vehicle for a ride! He is also happy to stand for a good brushing, to ensure he looks his best before going out and about! Dog-savvy cats, as he wanted to chase when he met the kitties. The resident cats just looked at him refusing to join, so he quickly lost interest. Sterling would love a home with another dog but would also do great with an active family, maybe some kids—he just requires plenty of stimulation, attention, and exercise.  Sterling can’t wait to learn all about you—What are you waiting for?! 

NGPR Pooch Profile

Name: Sterling in KY 

Age:  1 yr 3 mos as of April 2024 

Color: white w/ Black face masking

Dew Claws: double 

Estimated Adult Weight: 100 lbs - best guess 

Current Location: NGPR approved boarding in Richmond, KY 

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: keeps run clean 

Can be Placed With: Older 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.

We may consider fostering for some of our dogs who are in boarding. Please visit Fostering FAQfor an application and information about our fostering program.

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.