Hansel is an approximately 5-year-old Great Pyrenees mix who has blossomed since arriving at FMAR in August. Like Gretel, he came from a tough start, but since being in care, Hansel has grown into a lovable, silly, and devoted companion.
While he looks a bit more like a classic Pyrenees than Gretel, Hansel is far less of the typical guardian breed. He’s delightfully derpy—often running and barking at the wind or a falling leaf—then plopping down to rest his giant head in your lap for some serious snuggles.
Hansel walks beautifully on leash and adores Gretel, his “not bio sister.” He would do well in many types of homes, from active families to quiet ones, as long as he has space to roam. He tends to get nervous around new people or animals at first but once you’re in his inner circle, you’re family for life.
He keeps his kennel neat and isn’t interested in toys, but he LOVES being outside—ideally in a large yard where he can explore, sniff, flop, and roll around to his heart’s content.
Hansel is a gentle giant who’s ready to find a family who will cherish his goofy, loyal spirit.
If you would like to meet Hansel, please submit an application for him on our website https://www.friendsofmichigan.org/adoptable-dogs. He is neutered, up to date on all age appropriate vaccines, heartworm negative, microchipped, and on monthly flea, tick, and heartworm prevention. His adoption fee is $250, which helps cover the cost of the medical care he has received.
**Please note that the breed listed for each of our dogs is a rough estimate unless DNA results are provided in their Bio. All strays have rough estimates of their age based on the condition of their teeth. Each dog is different, so each adoption is different. Our adoption process might require multiple visits to the shelter before our dogs can go home. Or they may be ready on the first visit. It really depends on the individual dog and the potential adopters. Once we receive your application, the Dog Staff will contact you to discuss meeting our dogs.
Hansel – The Big, Derpy Sweetheart
Hansel is an approximately 5-year-old Great Pyrenees mix who has blossomed since arriving at FMAR in August. Like Gretel, he came from a tough start, but since being in care, Hansel has grown into a lovable, silly, and devoted companion.
While he looks a bit more like a classic Pyrenees than Gretel, Hansel is far less of the typical guardian breed. He’s delightfully derpy—often running and barking at the wind or a falling leaf—then plopping down to rest his giant head in your lap for some serious snuggles.
Hansel walks beautifully on leash and adores Gretel, his “not bio sister.” He would do well in many types of homes, from active families to quiet ones, as long as he has space to roam. He tends to get nervous around new people or animals at first but once you’re in his inner circle, you’re family for life.
He keeps his kennel neat and isn’t interested in toys, but he LOVES being outside—ideally in a large yard where he can explore, sniff, flop, and roll around to his heart’s content.
Hansel is a gentle giant who’s ready to find a family who will cherish his goofy, loyal spirit.
If you would like to meet Hansel, please submit an application for him on our website https://www.friendsofmichigan.org/adoptable-dogs. He is neutered, up to date on all age appropriate vaccines, heartworm negative, microchipped, and on monthly flea, tick, and heartworm prevention. His adoption fee is $250, which helps cover the cost of the medical care he has received.
**Please note that the breed listed for each of our dogs is a rough estimate unless DNA results are provided in their Bio. All strays have rough estimates of their age based on the condition of their teeth. Each dog is different, so each adoption is different. Our adoption process might require multiple visits to the shelter before our dogs can go home. Or they may be ready on the first visit. It really depends on the individual dog and the potential adopters. Once we receive your application, the Dog Staff will contact you to discuss meeting our dogs.
We are a nonprofit, no-kill animal shelter comprised mostly of volunteers. We take in cats and dogs from local shelters and the public who can no longer care for their pets. Each of the volunteers at FMAR has a tremendous amount of love for animals and simply wants to do what they can to ensure that as many animals as possible find a forever home. Until then, each animal has a home at FMAR indefinitely.
We are a nonprofit, no-kill animal shelter comprised mostly of volunteers. We take in cats and dogs from local shelters and the public who can no longer care for their pets. Each of the volunteers at FMAR has a tremendous amount of love for animals and simply wants to do what they can to ensure that as many animals as possible find a forever home. Until then, each animal has a home at FMAR indefinitely.
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