Carolina Pyr Rescue

Carolina Pyr Rescue Carolina Great Pyrenees Rescue makes second chances possible for abused, abandoned, and at-risk Pyrs in North & South Carolina.

Our volunteer-based organization rehabilitates and rehomes over 100 Pyrs each year -- and have been since 1992! We advocate for the breed and educate others about the proper care of these “gentle giants.” We also serve as a resource for Pyr owners throughout the region whether or not they adopted through CGPR. We sponsor social events and maintain an on-line presence that enables Pyr people to mee

t and communicate with one another because we believe that celebrating the wonderful dogs who share our homes is an important part of rescue. We are a 501(c)3, licensed to solicit in the state of NC, and have a Candid Platinum Seal of Transparency.

We don't have a budget for the flashy advertising campaigns of the major national animal rescues, and we aren't going to...
12/31/2025

We don't have a budget for the flashy advertising campaigns of the major national animal rescues, and we aren't going to send you a tote bag or plushy for your donation. In fact, Mozart, our model for this post, donated his services for free.

Carolina Great Pyrenees Rescue is a committed group of volunteers who have a proven track record of helping rehome thousands of abused, abandoned, and at-risk Pyrs for over 30 years. Unlike the big animal charities, we don't allocate funds for executive salaries either. In fact, because we are all volunteers, none of us humans receive any payment at all! Your donations to us go toward vet care, kibble, and sheltering the Pyrs. That's it!

If you want your charitable dollars to make a *giant* impact, we welcome your support. We appreciate both one-time and automatic monthly donations.

Use the QR codes or click this link to our PayPal site to make an end-of-year (or new year) donation:

https://www.paypal.com/donate/?hosted_button_id=EY2UW9PJL73M2

Happy New Pyr!

To make learning about our adoptables easier, we keep this album updated. You can learn more about our Pyrs by clicking ...
12/30/2025

To make learning about our adoptables easier, we keep this album updated.

You can learn more about our Pyrs by clicking on the OUR PYRS tab at carolinapyrrescue.com. Our policies and application are located on the same webpage.

It is !Do you love biscuits and gravy, too?! We do!These brothers came to us through a shelter partner after they were ...
12/30/2025

It is !

Do you love biscuits and gravy, too?! We do!

These brothers came to us through a shelter partner after they were abandoned by their owner. Neighbors stepped up to care for them and got them to safety.

Biscuit and Gravy are playful, silly boys who need to go to separate homes. Each boy would like to join a family with a large, older female dog to show them the ropes. Both boys would be good matches for adopters with children.

Note, despite their adorably matched names, we are not placing these boys together. As is common between juvenile siblings, especially of the same s*x, they fight with each other. Even though backyard breeders will sell pups to whoever will buy them, people purchasing two pups from the same litter, particularly of the same s*x, are setting themselves up for trouble. Those cute little balls of fluff will often grow into juveniles exhibiting littermate syndrome. Does it happen 100% of the time. No, but we get requests for training guidance and surrender from people who bought two puppies too often. It is common enough that this is a best practice among reputable rescues and breeders.

Biscuit and Gravy are thriving at the rescue and interacting with adult female Pyrs. They are playful, happy, and mindful of their doggy manners. Each would benefit from joining a home with an adult female dog. That's ideal for their socialization and development.

To learn more about Biscuit and Gravy, please read our policies and fill out an application to schedule a meet-and-greet at carolinapyrrescue.com.

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Happy , friends of the Pyrs!Beatrice is a sweet, gentle, and loving girl who came to us from a shelter partner in Novem...
12/30/2025

Happy , friends of the Pyrs!

Beatrice is a sweet, gentle, and loving girl who came to us from a shelter partner in November (right). Found as a stray, she was underweight, infested with fleas, and had hair loss and skin irritation on her belly and hind legs. Although young (perhaps 18 months), she has suffered from chronic neglect and been bred at some point in her short life. She was hesitant around humans.

Fast forward to now, and Beatrice's coat has grown in beautifully, she has put on weight, and she has gained confidence!

Beatrice is a loving, sweet girl who would be a wonderful match for adopters with a male dog her size, smaller dogs of either s*x, cats, and/or children, including small ones. She does get bouncy when she's happy now -- isn't that wonderful?!--but owners could help her settle down around small children.

To meet Beatrice or any of the wonderful dogs in our care, please read our policies and fill out an application to schedule a meet-and-greet at carolinapyrrescue.com. We are scheduling adopters for early January 2026 now!

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12/29/2025

Spoiler for this week's ....
..Waffle has been adopted!

We are sharing this adorable video of her snoozling in her new home for because Waffle is sure capturing how we feel today!

Sometimes you just need a good nap. 😉

Volume up!

Momo, King Bumi, and Turtle Duck are ready for their !We know this is a long shot, but we would love to place the three...
12/28/2025

Momo, King Bumi, and Turtle Duck are ready for their !

We know this is a long shot, but we would love to place the three of them together. They are *devoted* to one another.

If that's not possible, we would like to find Momo a home with other dogs and place Turtle Duck and King Bumi together. Of the three, they have the closest bond. Turtle Duck is King Bumi's daughter. Momo is Turtle Duck's aunt. They have been together for her entire life.

These three came into rescue when their owner lost their home. All three had leg injuries, and you enabled them to receive vet care through your generous donations.

Momo's injury required an amputation, and she is moving around beautifully. We were able to save Turtle Duck and King Bumi's legs, and they will have scars, but those gaping wounds from being tied out are healed over.

These three dogs are extremely sweet and loving, and while they should probably be the only large dogs in their home, they can share a home with small dogs, cats, and children.

To learn more about Momo, King Bumi, and Turtle Duck or any of our wonderful dogs, please read about our adoption process and fill out an application to schedule a meet-and-greet at carolinapyrrescue.com.

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The rescue Pyrs have updated their Amazon Wish List, and we have some *urgent* needs as we gear up for 2026: "classic" T...
12/27/2025

The rescue Pyrs have updated their Amazon Wish List, and we have some *urgent* needs as we gear up for 2026: "classic" Tide, "yellow" Lysol concentrate, Royal Canin Digestive Care canned food, canned pumpkin, and collars.

You can access the Wish List using the QR code in the graphic or this link: https://www.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/38W45OWTK8HMU?ref_=wl_share

All items are set to ship to the rescue in Marshville, NC. Please, let us know if you have any issues with check-out. Amazon Wish Lists can be quirky, and we are glad to help!

Note, if you are a Costco member, they have the best prices on "yellow" Lysol concentrate and "classic" Tide. If you are able to pick up some supplies, we welcome drop offs at the rescue in Marshville, NC or at a volunteer's house in Davidson, NC. Just PM us for the address!

Get those applications in! We are resuming meet-and-greets in early 2026! Visit carolinapyrrescue.com to read about our ...
12/27/2025

Get those applications in! We are resuming meet-and-greets in early 2026!

Visit carolinapyrrescue.com to read about our adoption process and fill out that application!

Welcome to rescue, Moose! This juvenile male Pyr/Golden mix is about seven months old. His family's circumstances change...
12/27/2025

Welcome to rescue, Moose!

This juvenile male Pyr/Golden mix is about seven months old. His family's circumstances changed, and they could no longer care for him.

Moose is a playful, happy boy, and we know that we can find him a Pyrfect home.

Stay tuned for more information as we get to know Moose!

To learn more about our adoption process and schedule a meet-and-greet with the rescue Pyrs in the new year, visit carolinapyrrescue.com.

Panda showing the appropriate way to sleep when you have been eating holiday cookies, cheese, and chocolate for days! ...
12/27/2025

Panda showing the appropriate way to sleep when you have been eating holiday cookies, cheese, and chocolate for days! Give that tummy some room! 😂🤣

If you adopted Colette, you would be spending your Friday evenings with a witty, sassy girl who is every bit as charming...
12/27/2025

If you adopted Colette, you would be spending your Friday evenings with a witty, sassy girl who is every bit as charming as the French author after whom she is named! As the human Colette famously said, “Our perfect companions never have fewer than four feet.”

Our Colette is ready to leave for her .

Would you like to bring a little culture and floof into your life?! Make an appointment to meet her and the other wonderful Pyrs in our care by reading about our adoption process and filling out an application to schedule a meet-and-greet at carolinapyrrescue.com.

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Our volunteer-based organization advocates for the breed and educates others about the proper care of these “gentle giants.” We also serve as a resource for Pyr owners throughout the region whether or not they adopted through CGPR. We sponsor social events and maintain an on-line presence that enables Pyr people to meet and communicate with one another because we believe that celebrating the wonderful dogs who share our homes is an important part of rescue.