Captain

Available

8 years and up|Border Collie, Great Pyrenees|Male|Large|East China, MI

🐾 Friendly🤗 Affectionate☺️ Gentle😌 Calm🐕 Dog Friendly

Captain

Available

8 years and up|Border Collie, Great Pyrenees|Male|Large|East China, MI

🐾 Friendly🤗 Affectionate☺️ Gentle😌 Calm🐕 Dog Friendly

Captain is a neutered male Great Pyrenees and Border Collie mix, about 10 years old and considered a large dog. He lives in East China, MI. Vaccinations are up to date. He is house trained and does not require a crate. Captain is in good health with some manageable arthritis and has recently had a benign mass removed.

About Captain

Captain is a 10-year-old Great Pyrenees and Border Collie mix with a gentle, laid-back personality. After losing his lifelong owner, he handled the change to a foster home with a calm resilience. Despite his age, Captain enjoys short play sessions and patrols the yard, alerting his people if anything seems off. He greets everyone cheerfully and handles interactions with kids—whether toddlers or older children—with patience and a soft touch. Well-behaved in the house, Captain is housebroken, crate trained (though he doesn't need one), and never chews or rummages through the garbage. He gets along well with other dogs, including small ones, and pays little mind to cats or wildlife. Low energy indoors, Captain prefers to find a cool spot or stretch out on the couch, following his humans from room to room. If you want him close, just sit—he'll be beside you with his head in your lap. Treats motivate him, and he knows simple commands. Health-wise, Captain has minor arthritis but is otherwise healthy after a recent benign biopsy. If you want a friendly, loyal companion who fits in with kids, dogs, and cats, Captain is ready for his next home. He is currently in East China, MI. Ready to fall in love? Hit apply and lets get started.

Questions about Captain

What type of living environment is this breed usually best suited for?
Captain, as a Great Pyrenees and Border Collie mix, does best in a home where he has space to relax and keep an eye on things, ideally with a secure yard. This breed combination appreciates a peaceful environment and is happy with a patient, understanding family.
How much outdoor space does this breed typically need?
A yard is ideal for Captain's Great Pyrenees and Border Collie mix heritage, as he enjoys time outdoors to patrol quietly. He doesn't require a huge amount of exercise, but appreciates outdoor access.
Is this breed typically suitable for homes with children?
Captain's combination of breeds is known for gentleness and patience, making him well-suited for homes with kids of various ages.
Is this breed usually better for first-time or experienced owners?
Captain's calm demeanor means a first-time adopter could do well with him, but some experience with large breeds or senior dogs can help ensure he's properly cared for as he ages.
Does this breed typically get along with dogs?
Captain gets along easily with other dogs, including smaller ones, which is characteristic of his friendly breed mix.
Does this breed typically get along with cats?
Great Pyrenees and Border Collies can coexist peacefully with cats, and Captain in particular ignores cats, making him a good fit for multi-pet households.
Does this breed typically get along with small animals?
Captain's mix generally does not have a strong prey drive for small animals, and he tends to ignore wildlife like squirrels and rabbits.
How does this breed typically behave with strangers?
Captain is very friendly and social; his breeds are known for being welcoming and alert, announcing anything unusual but never aggressive.
How long can this breed typically be left alone?
Captain is low-energy and easygoing, comfortable being left alone for reasonable periods as long as he gets companionship and attention when his people are home.
What level of training does this breed usually require?
Both Great Pyrenees and Border Collies are intelligent, so Captain responds well to basic obedience. Ongoing consistency is all he really needs.
What size range does this breed generally fall into?
Captain is considered a large dog, which fits with the typical size for a Great Pyrenees and Border Collie mix.
What is the typical lifespan of this breed?
You can expect a Great Pyrenees and Border Collie mix like Captain to live between 10 and 13 years, and he's currently a healthy senior.
How much does this breed typically shed?
Captain likely sheds a moderate to heavy amount, as both Great Pyrenees and Border Collies have thick coats that require regular brushing.