CASPER - AT SHELTER - GREAT PYRENEES (LONG COAT) DOG FOR ADOPTION
Rustburg, VA, 24588, USA
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CASPER - AT SHELTER - GREAT PYRENEES (LONG COAT) DOG FOR ADOPTION
Great Pyrenees Dogs For Adoption in Rustburg, VA, USA
For Adoption
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Nickname:
Casper - At shelter
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Breed
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Gender
Male
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Age
Adult
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Location
Rustburg, VA, 24588 USAUSA
Description
Dog Breed: Great Pyrenees (long coat). Casper is hard to contain, according to the family who signed him over to the shelter for rehoming. Part of it could be because he is an intact male, but it could also be because it's his breed, or because of inadequate fencing, or.... there are just so many reasons! We do want to be open and transparent before someone decides he looks like a big furry teddy bear and wants to take him home without full knowledge of his personality. At the shelter, we have found him to be "velcro," wanting to walk next to the human who has him under control by means of a leash. We were under the impression he had never been leash-walked, but he acts like a complete angel on leash, and does not react other than to "heel' as if he has been trained in obedience and never as a guard dog. What an amazing dog! At 100 pounds, he does have bulk, but has not given us any reason to mistrust him or feel that he would be difficult to control. Come meet this boy, if you have the resources to manage a guardian breed. PLEASE NOTE: This pet has been posted by Friends of Campbell County Animal Control, Rustburg, VA. For questions about the pet, please email us at FOACinfogmail. All adoptions begin with an application, found under the "Animals" tab on our website, friendsofcampbellcounty. *Unaltered babies under the age of six months can be adopted only to residents of Campbell County, the City of Lynchburg, and counties touching Campbell County. *Unaltered adult pets six months or older will need to be sterilized before they can be adopted outside our local area of Campbell County, the City of Lynchburg, or counties touching Campbell. *We do not promote dog adoptions to homes where an invisible fence is the fencing of choice. *We do not permit cats or kittens to be declawed following adoption.
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Physical Attributes
Coat Length: Long Grooming Needs: Moderate Shedding Amount: Moderate -
Behavioral Characteristics
Energy Level: Moderate Activity Level: Moderately Active Exercise Needs: Moderate Obedience Training: Needs Training Owner Experience Required: Breed Other: - Yard Required
- Leash Trained
- Housetrained
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Additional Information
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Organization name
Friends of Campbell County Animal Control
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Location:
Rustburg, Virginia, 24588 USAUSA
Breed overview
Great Pyrenees
A.K.A.: Pyrenean Mountain Dog, Patou, Chien de Montagne des Pyrénées, Pyrenean, Big White Dog, Bear Dog, Gentle Giant, Great Pyr, Pyr
Overview:
The Great Pyrenees is a majestic and ancient breed, originating in the Pyrenean mountains between France and Spain, where they served as formidable livestock guardians. Physically, they are large, powerful dogs, easily recognized by their thick, double coat, typically white (though sometimes marked with badger, grey, or tan), and a distinctive "double dewclaw" on their hind legs. Despite their imposing size, their temperament is generally calm, gentle, and remarkably patient, making them excellent companions. They possess a natural protectiveness, which translates to a watchful eye over their families and property. While loving and tolerant with children, their size and barking tendencies make them less suited for small apartment living; a home with a yard is ideal. Prospective owners should be aware of common health concerns such as hip and elbow dysplasia, patellar luxation, and certain eye conditions, emphasizing the importance of responsible breeding. Their independent nature also means they require consistent, positive reinforcement training.
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