Size
(when grown) Large 61-100 lbs (28-45 kg)
Details
Good with kids,
Good with dogs,
Good with cats,
Spayed or Neutered,
Story
Meet Bonnie – The Gentle Great Pyrenees Who Will Paw Her Way Into Your Heart
Bonnie isn't asking for much out of life.
A comfortable place to nap. A quiet walk where she can stop and sniff. A good bone. People she loves nearby.
And pets.
Lots and lots of pets.
Bonnie is a pure Great Pyrenees with a wonderfully calm, gentle personality. She's affectionate, easygoing, low energy, and perfectly content simply coexisting with her people.
But don't confuse "independent relaxation" with not wanting attention.
Bonnie will happily remind you when you've stopped petting her by reaching out with that classic Great Pyrenees paw.
Apparently, in Bonnie's house, petting is only finished when Bonnie says it's finished.
Bonnie Loves:
- Being near her people
- Getting pets
- Going for quiet walks
- Sniffing and exploring
- Chewing on bones
- Napping
- Relaxing at home
- More pets
- Reminding you that she would still like more pets
Bonnie's Favorite Thing:
Affection—on her terms and preferably in generous quantities.
Bonnie loves peacefully hanging out with her humans and doesn't need constant activity to be content.
She's a couch potato at heart.
But every so often, you'll feel that big Pyr paw reaching toward you with a very clear message:
"Excuse me. You stopped."
Her foster says Bonnie loves coexisting with her people but will constantly ask for pets.
We'd say she's figured out exactly how she'd like her future household to operate.
A Gentle Girl Who Needs a Little Time
Bonnie can be shy when she first meets someone.
She does best with slow introductions and may initially feel nervous in unfamiliar situations. Give her some time to observe and get comfortable, though, and she warms up quickly.
Once Bonnie realizes she's safe, you'll get to see the sweet, affectionate girl underneath.
She hasn't had enough exposure yet to know how she'll handle every type of outing, so her ideal family should be willing to introduce new experiences gradually rather than expecting her to immediately feel comfortable everywhere.
For now, Bonnie seems perfectly suited to the quieter things in life.
A peaceful neighborhood walk.
A little sniffing.
Then back home for a nap.
House Manners & Training
Bonnie is already:
- House trained
- Crate trained
She also has excellent leash manners and knows:
- Sit
- Come
No major behavioral concerns have been reported.
For a dog who enjoys the relaxed lifestyle, Bonnie already has a pretty impressive set of household skills.
Dogs, Cats & Kids
Bonnie can do well with other dogs when given a proper introduction.
She's not necessarily interested in turning every canine roommate into a playmate. With her current foster dog, she's perfectly happy simply coexisting.
Honestly, Bonnie would often rather sleep.
She could be a nice match for another dog who respects her space and doesn't expect constant play.
Bonnie's experience with cats is limited, so we can't say for certain how she'll do. Based on her temperament, her foster believes she would likely be fine with appropriate introductions.
She loves kids and could be a wonderful family companion.
A Few Things to Know:
- Pure Great Pyrenees
- Low energy
- House trained
- Crate trained
- Excellent leash manners
- Knows Sit and Come
- Calm and relaxed
- Gentle
- Sweet and affectionate
- Easygoing
- People-oriented
- Loves attention
- Professional napper
- Shy initially
- Needs slow introductions
- Nervous at first but warms up quickly
- No major behavioral concerns noted
- Good with properly introduced dogs
- Doesn't require a canine playmate
- Happy simply coexisting with another dog
- Cats haven't been fully evaluated but may be a good fit based on her temperament
- Loves children
- Uses the famous Great Pyrenees paw when she'd like more attention
Great Activities for Bonnie:
- Quiet neighborhood walks
- Sniffing and exploring
- Leisurely outdoor time
- Chewing a favorite bone
- One-on-one time with her people
- Relaxing at home
- Lounging with the family
- Napping
- Being brushed and loved on
- Long petting sessions
- More napping
Best Match:
- Patient adopters
- Family-friendly homes
- Homes with teens
- Someone looking for a lower-energy companion
- A family that appreciates a calm, gentle dog
- Someone willing to give her time with new people and experiences
- Homes with a compatible dog who doesn't demand constant play
- Someone who wants a dog who's already house and crate trained
- A family looking for an affectionate dog who enjoys simply being near them
- Anyone willing to accept that Bonnie may personally determine the appropriate duration of every petting session
Three Words That Describe Bonnie Best:
❤️ Chill
❤️ Sweet
❤️ Affectionate
Foster Location:
Wabasha, MN
Meet & Greet Availability:
Bonnie's foster is happy to meet approved adopters. Specific travel distance was not provided.
Bonnie and her sister were abandoned at a farm in an outdoor kennel before coming into rescue.
Despite that beginning, Bonnie is an incredibly gentle girl who asks for very little.
She doesn't need constant excitement.
She doesn't need to spend the entire day running.
She doesn't even need another dog constantly entertaining her.
What Bonnie seems to want most is a peaceful home where she can finally belong.
Give her a little patience while she gets comfortable.
Take her for a quiet walk.
Let her sniff.
Give her a good bone.
Then find somewhere comfortable to sit, because there's a very good chance Bonnie will be nearby.
And eventually, that giant paw is going to land on you.
That's Bonnie's way of telling you there's still plenty of room in your schedule for more pets.
Ready to meet Bonnie? Visit www.tailsofhopewi.org to submit an application.
**Please note:** Donations made through the **SPONSOR ME** tab on PetFinder do not go to Tails of Hope-WI and do not benefit the rescue. If you would like to support Bonnie or Tails of Hope-WI, please donate directly through our website or official fundraising channels.
