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Meet Alaska, a truly beautiful and resilient Great Pyrenees mix who has blossomed into a loving and loyal companion. Despite a difficult past, this cheerful girl thrives on affection and trust, greeting everyone with enthusiasm. She's housebroken, walks wonderfully on a leash, and enjoys having her medium-length fur brushed. Alaska is a smart pup who knows simple commands, automatically sits for food, and will even ring a bell to ask to go outside. She gets along famously with other dogs, especially larger ones who match her playful energy, and lives harmoniously with cats, respecting their boundaries.
As a Great Pyrenees, Alaska possesses a gentle yet protective nature. She has a moderate energy level, enjoying daily walks, hikes, and active play, often starting her day with adorable 'morning zoomies'. While generally adaptable, her past experiences have made her protective of her food around other animals and sensitive to loud voices, posturing, and rain. She prefers an exercise pen over a crate. Her intelligence and eagerness to please make her a joy to train, and she thrives on positive reinforcement and consistent routines.
Alaska's ideal forever home is with an active family who understands the needs of a large breed. She would flourish in a home with a large, securely fenced yard (a sturdy 6-foot fence is required) and another young, large dog to be her playmate. She loves car rides and adventures, so a family that includes her in their outings would be perfect. She needs a home that can provide abundant love, continued training, and patience to help her feel completely secure and cherished.
Special Needs
Food protective with other animals (eats separately), fearful of loud voices/posturing/rain, dislikes crating.
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