My name is Alvin in MD - Seeks Love & Attention!!

Alvin, the boy with the “old soul,” is one of three brothers, we call the “Chipmunks,” came to rescue with two adult females (one was their mom) and one adult male after being surrendered by a farmer. The dogs were wandering were wandering with other pups who were not so lucky after being hit by cars. The three boys were very malnourished, weak, and lethargic to the point they could not receive vaccinations for a few weeks. Fast forward and the three boys are doing great and loving life in their foster home! Alvin loves playing with toys and his brothers, but equally enjoys relaxing. He currently lives with eight other dogs, and he loves them all! Alvin can be found pulling toys from the toy box, running around the backyard with the other dogs (big and little), or quietly chilling by his foster dad’s feet looking for love and attention. This boy loves everyone he meets! Like his brothers, he thinks whipped cream is just the best treat ever! He hears the squirt of the whipped cream can from across the house or even when he is outside and he comes running, waiting for a squirt in his mouth! His foster mom has been talking to him about improving his manners—especially his burping! This boy would love a home with a secure, 5-foot fenced yard and at least one other canine sibling to play with and a family who would love to spend time with him and continue his training, playing, or just hang out loving on this boy! 

NGPR Pooch Profile

Name: Alvin in MD 

Age: 11 mos old as of January 2025 

Color: White 

Dew Claws: Yes, Double Dews 

Estimated Adult Weight: 120 lbs

Current Location: NGPR approved foster in Rockville, MD 

Medical:  Pup will be placed on a spay/neuter contract with a date specified for the spay or neuter procedure to be performed by. 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, Cats, Kids  

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. Transport costs are included in the adoption fee. 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. Fees for senior dogs (7 or older) and foster dogs will be adjusted accordingly.

Our relationship doesn’t end with adoption, as we continue to support adopters throughout the lifetime of their dog.

NYS Registered Non-Profit Rescue # RR102. National Great Pyrenees Rescue (NGPR) has been rescuing and adopting out Great Pyrenees since 2006.

Our goal is to assess every application on its own merits. Key considerations are:â€ڑ) 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.

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