Donnie and Marie are a beautiful bonded pair of Great Pyrenees with long, fluffy coats who must be adopted together, as their connection is truly the heart of their story. This devoted mom-and-son duo came from Alabama, where they were found chained to a house. They have blossomed into playful, …
Donnie and Marie are a beautiful bonded pair of Great Pyrenees with long, fluffy coats who must be adopted together, as their connection is truly the heart of their story. This devoted mom-and-son duo came from Alabama, where they were found chained to a house. They have blossomed into playful, affectionate companions with excellent house manners. They are housebroken, leash trained, and crate trained, and learning their basic commands. Donnie and Marie are eager to please and full of joyful energy at a moderate activity level. They do well with dogs of all sizes, are indifferent but respectful around cats, and even get along nicely with chickens. They're also wonderful with kids, and while Donnie is a social butterfly who loves meeting new people, Marie is a bit more timid and shy at first. They don't dig or bark, enjoy both indoor and outdoor living, and would do best in a home with at least a 4-foot fence. These two love treats, attention, baths, and fun outings to places like Lowe's and PetSmart, and they have a soft spot for cheese, dried salmon, chicken, and even doggy ice cream and popsicles. They're especially charming in their quieter moments too-relaxing together in the sunshine, cooling off on kitchen tiles, or listening to smooth jazz. Donnie and Marie are incredibly sweet, gentle, and loving dogs who would thrive in just about any home-whether with a family, couple, or individual-as long as they can stay together. Their affectionate nature, strong bond, and eagerness to love and be loved make them a truly special pair ready for a patient and caring forever home.
NGPR Pooch Profile
Name: Donnie & Marie in GA
Age: Donnie: 1 yr 2 mos; Marie: 2 yrs 2 mos old as of May 2026
Color: Donnie: White with a little black on ears; Marie: White
Dew Claws: Yes, Double
Estimated Adult Weight: Donnie: 80 lbs; Marie: 75 lbs
Current Location: NGPR approved foster in Hahira, GA
Medical: Neutered and spayed, dewormed, both are positive for heartworm and undergoing treatment, up-to-date on vaccinations and currently on flea, tick and heartworm preventative. These dogs travel with an Interstate Health Certificate required by the USDA confirming that all the above criteria have been met.
Housebroken: Yes
Can Be Placed With: Dogs, Cats, Older Kids, Chickens
Fencing: Secure VISIBLE fencing is required; invisible fencing WILL NOT contain this breed.
Fees: Adoption fees are determined on a sliding scale depending on age, location and transport. Transport costs are included in the adoption fee. Fees for dogs adopted locally start at $400 and can range up to $700 for puppies under six months. Puppies placed on spay/neuter contracts receive $100 back when the dog is spayed or neutered. Fees for senior dogs (7 or older) and foster dogs will be adjusted accordingly.
More Information: Questions? The fastest way to learn more about a dog is to fill out our Adoption Application. If you call or e-mail you are reducing your chances of adopting this animal as we direct our time and energy to first serving those who apply.
NYS Registered Non-Profit Rescue # RR102. National Great Pyrenees Rescue (NGPR) has been rescuing and adopting out Great Pyrenees since 2006. Our relationship doesn't end with adoption, as we continue to support adopters throughout the lifetime of their dog.
Our goal is to assess every application on its own merits. Key considerations are: 1) the experience of the applicant with large breed dogs 2) children in the household or regularly visiting the household are ready for a large-breed dog who is a guardian by nature and 3) the sex of other dogs currently residing in the household to avoid same-sex aggression issues. For puppies under six months old, the applicant's ability to socialize the puppy with older dogs is a priority.
We have many Pyrs and Pyr mixes who need homes. You can see more of these beautiful dogs by clicking on Adoptable Dogs.
