Gracie’s story took a sharp turn in August 2024, when she and her siblings arrived scrawny and sick at a Virginia shelter, then moved on to Appalachian Great Pyrenees Rescue. She was the underdog: losing fur, battling infections, shut down emotionally. That changed once Gracie felt the care and patience of her rescue team. Now, she’s sporting a full coat and sharp spirit, looking nothing like the dog she once was. DNA doesn’t lie—Gracie’s mostly Great Pyrenees with a side of Maremma. Petite for her type and decked out in a gray and white coat, she stands out. She’s crate trained and likes to think of her crate as her own private den. These days you’ll find her out exercising, cruising along with her dog buddy Cole, mixing play with plenty of downtime. She’s still young at heart and not above being a little bossy when she needs a break. Last year, Gracie came in heartworm-positive. She’s on a slow-kill treatment and you wouldn’t guess anything was wrong—she keeps up with other dogs and enjoys her days. She’ll need a home with a securely fenced yard—no exceptions. Great Pyrenees and their mixes aren’t for everyone, so it’s important you’re ready for the commitment. Gracie is looking for family within a few hours’ drive of Richmond, VA who will give her the stability she missed early on. She’s ready for her new chapter. Adoption process starts with a click—she’s waiting.