Nellie

Available

8 years and up|Great Pyrenees|Female|Large|Barrington Hills, IL

☺️ Gentle🐾 Friendly😌 Calm

Nellie

Available

8 years and up|Great Pyrenees|Female|Large|Barrington Hills, IL

☺️ Gentle🐾 Friendly😌 Calm

Nellie is a female Great Pyrenees with a beautiful white and cream coat of medium length. She is a senior, estimated to be between 7 and 8 years old, and is considered a large breed. Nellie is spayed and up to date on her vaccinations. Located at BAARK Dog Rescue, she is known for her gentle temperament and is housebroken.

About Nellie

Start your journey together! Apply now. Nellie is a lovely Great Pyrenees who has captured the hearts of everyone at BAARK. She came into rescue when her previous owner's circumstances changed, and despite arriving in rough shape, it was clear she’d always known affection. At around 7-8 years old and weighing about 80 pounds, Nellie demonstrates a touch of shyness with newcomers, mostly due to her quiet past with limited social exposure. Patience has been key in Nellie's foster home, where she slowly opened up, guided by the example of her canine companions. Now, she shows her gratitude with kisses and excited tail wags when her foster parents return home. Nellie excels with dogs of all sizes and enjoys keeping watch over her yard and canine siblings, showing true Great Pyrenees vigilance. Her foster family appreciates her sense of alertness, especially when it comes to larger birds overhead. Nellie is housebroken and comfortable staying at home uncrated. After joining the rescue in June, she spent time healing from a benign mass removal on her paw; she travels on three toes but remains perfectly mobile. Overall, Nellie’s health is excellent: she’s spayed, vaccinated, microchipped, heartworm negative, and on preventative care. She’s now ready to find a family who will cherish her for her gentle soul and devoted nature. They are waiting with paws crossed! Apply now!

Questions about Nellie

What type of living environment is this breed usually best suited for?
The Great Pyrenees is best suited for homes with a securely fenced yard and plenty of outdoor space. They are known for enjoying both indoor comfort and outdoor supervision, thriving in environments where they can have a role, such as watching over property or family.
How much outdoor space does this breed typically need?
This breed benefits from a large, secure outdoor area to wander and patrol. While they are calm indoors, Great Pyrenees love to be outside and are happiest when they have room to roam and keep watch.
Is this breed typically suitable for homes with children?
Great Pyrenees are generally known to be gentle and protective around children, making them good family companions. Their patient and nurturing nature often helps them get along well with kids.
Is this breed usually better for first-time or experienced owners?
Due to their independent and sometimes stubborn nature, Great Pyrenees are typically a better fit for experienced dog owners who understand working breeds and can manage their training needs.
Does this breed typically get along with dogs?
Great Pyrenees are usually good with other dogs, especially if properly socialized from a young age. Their calm demeanor helps them integrate smoothly into multi-dog households.
Does this breed typically get along with cats?
With appropriate socialization, some Great Pyrenees can live peacefully with cats. However, their strong guarding instincts may sometimes make them less compatible with smaller animals.
Does this breed typically get along with small animals?
The Great Pyrenees may possess a strong prey drive and natural guarding instincts, so supervision and gradual introductions are important when living with small animals.
How does this breed typically behave with strangers?
Great Pyrenees are often aloof and reserved with strangers, as they are protective by nature. With proper introductions, they can warm up over time, but their instinct is to be cautious.
How long can this breed typically be left alone?
Great Pyrenees can tolerate some time alone, especially if they have a safe outdoor space and other canine companions. They prefer not to be left alone for prolonged periods, as they are people-oriented and can become lonely.
What level of training does this breed usually require?
Consistent, positive reinforcement training is recommended for Great Pyrenees. Early socialization and obedience training are important because of their independent streak and protective instincts.
What size range does this breed generally fall into?
Great Pyrenees are considered a large breed, with adults typically weighing between 85 to 115 pounds or more.
What is the typical lifespan of this breed?
The average lifespan of a Great Pyrenees is around 10 to 12 years.
How much does this breed typically shed?
This breed is known for shedding a moderate to heavy amount, especially during seasonal changes, so regular grooming is important to keep their thick double coat healthy.