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Meet Shiloh! She is a young Great Pyrenees and Anatolian Shepherd mix. She weighs 70 pounds, but could certainly stand to gain some more! Shiloh is a classic gentle giant - incredibly sweet, loving, and has a heart of gold. Unfortunately, she had a neglectful past, so Shiloh is initially quite shy and timid (the name is quite appropriate - as her foster family lovingly calls her Shy-Shy). But once she knows that she can trust you, she is as loving as they come! She occasionally has moments of fear - the world is scary, after all (like the TV - why would a box talk?!), so her forever family will need some patience while she gains her confidence. This sweet gal is incredibly gentle and kind, always wanting pets, and then MORE pets! She even nudges you with her head and uses her paw, to let you know she needs more love! She gives little kisses when she is especially happy. She thinks she is a lap dog - happily stretching her whole body across your legs, so she can be close to her person. Shiloh absolutely loves other dogs. She enjoys running around the backyard with her foster dog siblings (of all sizes, ages, and genders!). She is very submissive, showing her belly often and rolling over to play super-sweetly. Her gallop is quite hilarious - she looks like a big white gazelle leaping through the yard! She also loves toys, often tossing them up in the air to herself. Shiloh definitely prefers to be outside. - You can find her sunbathing for most of the day, or laying in a nice patch of shade. Since the outdoors is her happy place, she sometimes needs a lot of encouragement to come inside! Shiloh walks well on leash and is crate trained, and she often finds comfort in going into her crate, as it’s a safe place. She barks less than your typical pyrenees, and will require a 6’ fence. This cuddle-bug is wonderful with children, having met many at this point, and is always happy to see them, and incredibly gentle with them. Shiloh would make a wonderful companion to anyone who is willing to show her the love that she deserves!

NGPR Pooch Profile

Name: Shiloh in SC 

Age: 1 yr 3 mos old as of April 2024 

Color: white and tan 

Dew Claws: yes, double 

Estimated Adult Weight: 80 - 90 lbs 

Current Location: NGPR approved foster in Charleston, SC 

Medical:  Spayed, 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: Dogs, Kids, Cats 

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.