My name is Butterball in GA - Playful & Sweet!!

Oh my goodness, this cute little guy is Butterball, and we are pawsitive he will grow up to be the best boy you have ever met! Butterball is, literally, a ball of goofiness and fun. So far, he has loved everything he's encountered in his very short life. Other dogs? You bet! Feline friends? Appropriately curious but respectful. Children? Well, they are just two-legged furless "puppies" right? He is very sweet and loves being part of the action. Butterball loves to play, and then sprinkle in a nap here and there, preferably in the sun where the sunshine warms his belly. Butterball is such a love bug, not only does he play well with his playmates, he is also happy to entertain himself with his assortment of toys. He will require a 4’ foot secure fenced yard and a canine sibling to play with and show him the ropes. This confident boy is already crate trained, and is working hard on learning good house and leash manners, and has shown that he has all the pawtential to be your very best friend. So what say you, hit that submit button to bring your furry best friend home!

NGPR Pooch Profile

Name: Butterball in GA

Age: 11 wks old as of mid-January 2025

Color: Tan with white markings

Dew Claws: Yes, Single

Estimated Adult Weight: 80 lbs

Current Location: NGPR approved foster in Hahira, GA

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: Almost!

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.

We may consider fostering for some of our dogs who are in boarding. Please visit Fostering FAQ for an application and information about our fostering program.


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