Let me introduce you to the magnificent and handsome Bear! He is a Great Pyrenees and Golden Retriever mix with a stunningly long white and golden coat. This sweet boy is both playful and gentle. Playing with toys is one of his favorite past times, so he hopes that his furever family will have a great big box full of stuffies for him! He would love to be the only dog in the home, so he can soak up all the human attention for himself. Bear has a fondness for belly rubs and being brushed, so get ready to keep your hands busy by showering this adorable guy with pets! He’s also very smart and learns things quickly - He’s already leash trained and knows “sit,” “lay down,” and “shake”! It helps that he’s food-motivated. Bear is a total foodie and enjoys mealtime immensely. This happy boy is content both inside and outdoors, rarely barks, and doesn’t dig. A 5’ fence will keep this giant fluff content in his yard. He is a joy and a big lovable goof, and he can’t wait to share his love and standing hugs with his new family!

NGPR Pooch Profile

Name: Bear in MI 

Age: 5 yrs old as of May 2024 

Color: white and gold 

Dew Claws: yes, double 

Estimated Adult Weight: 110 lbs 

Current Location: NGPR approved foster in Grand Rapids, MI 

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: Older Kids, Cats Unknown, No 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.