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Meet Atlas and Ajax, bonded Pyr mix brothers who are ready to find their forever home together! These sweet boys were found as strays on a highway in Alabama when they were just a couple of months old. They needed medical care and recovery time, and Ajax in particular has come a long way after two FHO surgeries on both hips - he's doing really great and building muscle (see the video of him running, titled “Ajax loves playing in the yard with his brother!”) - He'll be back to normal in no time!
Atlas and Ajax are housebroken and leash trained, though they're a bit shy on walks and sometimes like to lay down mid-stroll. They know how to sit for treats and will even give you the Pyr Paw! These two have medium to high activity levels. They're very well socialized with dogs of all breeds, sizes, and sexes, and they're social with new people too, if occasionally a little reserved. They've been around kids and done well, though because they're big, strong, and playful, they'd do best with older kids.
These boys love to play and will chase frogs, squirrels, and pretty much anything else that moves. Being brushed is basically a love language to them, and they’re all for it! They are great in the car, so if you like to get out for adventures, they’d love to go with you! They enjoy a little light digging, just picking at the top of the ground to make a dirt nest rather than any big holes. They're equally happy inside or outside and especially love the air conditioning when it's hot. Their favorite treat is, honestly, food of any kind - they’re not picky! On the flip side, they're a little afraid of thunder and fireworks and prefer to be inside when that's happening, and they're not big fans of being out in the rain either.
Atlas and Ajax are sweet, wiggly, and affectionate. They can be playful and sometimes a little lazy, but they absolutely melt when you love on them. Atlas tends to be a bit more on guard than his easygoing brother Ajax. They truly love being around their people as much as they love running around the yard with each other. The ideal home for these two would be low to medium energy with a 4-foot fence; they'd do wonderfully as the only dogs in the house or right in the middle of a whole pack!
NGPR Pooch Profile
Name: Atlas & Ajax in AL
Age: Both: 1 yr 5 mos old as of August 2026
Color: Atlas: mostly tan with white spots on back, neck and head, and dark tan ears; Ajax: mostly white with some tan
Dew Claws: Yes, Double
Estimated Adult Weight: 100 & 90 lbs
Current Location: NGPR approved foster in Warrior, AL
Medical: Neutered, dewormed, negative for heartworm, up-to-date on vaccinations and currently on flea, tick and heartworm preventative. These dogs travel with Interstate Health Certificates required by the USDA confirming that all the above criteria have been met.
Housebroken: Yes
Can Be Placed With: Dogs, Older Kids. Cats Unknown.
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.
