Great Pyrenees Rescue History
The Great Pyrenees Club of Southern Ontario actively started a Great Pyrenees Rescue section circa 1990. Prior to that time, there was no formal Rescue activity in the club, but most breeders in the area took their dogs back if there were problems.
For dog rescues, Lois McIntosh of Limberlost Kennels was the person that most people went to initially when the breeder was not known or could not be located. Lois was, and still is, one the largest kennels around and is well known in the dog world, so it was natural to contact her regarding Great Pyrenees dogs in need of help. Lois is a very generous person and did not turn away any rescue dogs. However, the task and expense were becoming too great for her to take in all rescue dogs, so the club established its Rescue section to deal with the problem.
Many of our rescue dogs have festering sores, lice and ticks in addition to other sad conditions. Quite often their coats are a mess and they need extensive grooming. Great Pyrs are normally proud animals and they all seem to appreciate being brought back to a good state of cleanliness and health. It is hard but rewarding work that the club’s Rescue section is proud to do.
The Club pays the cost associated with rescue dogs and the need to have dog rescues fully examined and treated for any illness, sores etc. before they are made available for adoption. Their shots are brought up to date and they are implanted with identity microchips. In addition, if necessary each dog is spayed or neutered before placement. As you can image, this can become costly and the club, and those who so generously volunteer their time and skill, provide it all.
And what is the most important part of our history? We rescue and place approximately 35 Great Pyr Rescue dogs every year. And we do it with help from people just like you.
If you have ever considered providing a forever home for a Great Pyrenees rescue dog, why not start the process now by completing our
Great Pyrenees Adoption Form?
Alternatively, you could provide a temporary Foster Home for a Great Pyrenees rescue dog. You can start that process by completing our Great Pyrenees Foster Form.
Great Pyrenees Foster Form.
Return to our Great Pyrenees Rescue Page
There are many dogs in need. Please help us reduce their misery. Save a Great Pyr.
Breaking News
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Charlie
May 30, 23 08:33 AM
DOB: August 1, 2022 Location: London area Children over 12 due to his size Single family dwelling with a large fenced yard of minimum 6 feet Weight: -
Jaxson
May 24, 23 08:36 AM
*ADOPTED* This sweet fella, now Jazz, has worked his way into his new family's hearts. He has a canine friend with whom he spends his life, as well. -
Juno
May 23, 23 11:42 AM
*Juno went back with her family. They are finding a way to making things work. We are pretty happy about that. We love when dogs can stay with their families.* -
Nellie
May 17, 23 06:55 AM
*ADOPTION PENDING* Location: Erin, Ontario We think Nellie is about 2-3 years old. A single dwelling with a large securely fenced yard of at least 6 -
Bandit. Miss him every day. Also known as pyrbliss snow prince
Apr 24, 23 08:39 AM
Bandit was the most loving yea protective pet. There isn’t a day go by when I don’t think of him. Bandit crossed over suddenly with suspected heart failure. -
Ladybug
Apr 22, 23 12:58 PM
*ADOPTED* She lives with a family which includes a canine pal with whom she can play. Congratulations to everyone! *DOB: September 27, 2022 (5-months -
Donato
Apr 17, 23 12:49 PM
Donato has a half Pyrenees half Maremma mom and a maremma dad and through the quirkiness of genetics looks mostly Pyrenees … at least to my newbie eyes. -
Stanley
Apr 03, 23 06:13 PM
*Sadly, Stanley was not safe. The foster was not able to get near him.* Stanley is a 9-year-old mix with maybe Retriever in him.We are still learning
