Nestled in the Appalachian Mountains of Southwest Virginia, our farm is centered between two natural spring-fed creeks and a central lake. The climate and altitude here is such that our temperatures are rarely above 85 in the summer, and we have mild winters with moderate snowfall. Our dogs have large acreage pastures to run, and each group with their own houses. We do not believe in the traditional "kennel" where the dogs live in a concrete floored building all their lives and rarely see the outside. Our Pyrs live in a natural environment for them, with many acres to run and play within their groups, livestock to watch over, and comfortable shelters with ample space for them to get out of the elements if they want to.
Our adoptions go through a 3-6 month to a year process of assessment, rehabilitation, training and physical preparation. As an approved IRS 501-C3 rescue, we are contacted by other rescue groups, participate in rescue efforts in conjunction with local authorities such as; County shelters, City animal welfare, national rescue groups, and veterinary offices, and are contacted directly by individuals who need to surrender their Pyrenees dogs. Our passion for the breed leads us to places far and near where there are Pyrs in need, and we have taken in Pyrs from Maine to Florida. We do occasionally have puppies available for adoption, but because puppies present challenges older dogs do not, and typically require more veterinary intervention, and treatments prior to being ready for adoption, we rarely have puppies for adoption that are less than 12 weeks of age. Great Pyrenees dogs as an extra large breed, require spaying and neutering that preserves their hormones intact (Ovary Sparing Spay and Vasectomy), rather than the traditional spay/neuter. This means it is necessary for puppies to remain with us for a longer period of time to ensure that they are unable to breed, but are healthier due to leaving their sex hormones in place for normal growth and development. This also increases the cost of spay/neuter, but in the long run provides for a longer healthier life. Please be prepared for an adoption fee in the range of $300 to $600.