My name is Apollo in CT - Awesome Playful Boy!!

This fun guy is Apollo and he can’t wait to impress his new humans and show them how awesome he is! Apollo is super-smart and learns quickly, especially when there are cookies involved. He’s already mastered “sit,” “paw,” and “bedtime” (for going into his crate). And if you like big-dog hugs, you can invite him “up” and he’ll wrap his arms around you! This guy absolutely loves to play. He loves playing with his doggy pals at daycare and would love a big secure fenced in yard with a canine sib to romp around with. He would make a great adventure sidekick dog...how about a hiking or running buddy? - He has the energy for it! Apollo also has his chill moments, and enjoys cuddly evenings with his humans, showing them his imitation of a weighted blanket. Apollo is a friendly, happy and playful boy looking for a wonderful home filled with love and adventure, so if you’re interested in learning more about this awesome guy, apply today!

NGPR Pooch Profile

Name: Apollo in CT

Age: 2 yrs 2 mos old as of April 2024

Color: white

Dew Claws: double

Estimated Adult Weight: 95 lbs

Current Location: NGPR approved foster in Putnam, CT

Medical: Neutered, 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: Bigger Kids, Dog-savvy Cats, Dogs

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

NYS Registered Rescue # RR102

Our goal is to assess every application on its own merits. Key considerations are: 1) 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 FAQfor an application and information about our fostering program.

If you can't foster or adopt at this time, please consider helping our Neediest Cases or making a tax-exempt donation by visiting our Donate page.

Please complete the adoption application and visit nationalpyr.org to learn more about Pyrs and our adoption process. National Great Pyrenees Rescue (NGPR) is not a shelter. We are a non-profit, tax-exempt rescue who has been rescuing the breed for 15 years.  Visit nationalpyr.org to learn more about us, our mission and our breed.

More Information: Questions? The fastest way to learn more about a dog is to fill out our online application. If you call or e-mail you are reducing your chances of adopting this animal as we direct our time and energy to first serving those who apply. 

We have many Pyrs and Pyr mixes who need homes and not all of them are posted. You can see more of these beautiful dogs by clicking on Adoptable Dogs.