Meet Badger

We cannot understand why Badger has had virtually NO interest! Yes, we get it, he's going to be a big boy - but where are our big giant dog lovers? Badger is currently around 8 months old, 75 pounds and growing. He will be a very large adult - probably in the 120 pound range or so. We believe that he is a mix between a Great Pyrenees and an Anatolian Shepherd. We suggest that anyone interested should research both breeds to understand what a mix like Badger is all about. Badger is a sweet pup who longs to be out of the shelter and in a home somewhere that he can play and romp and BE a puppy. He doesn't want to waste any more of his life in a kennel, and we don't blame him. He is BORED! No matter how many walks, how much play time, how much interaction, it just isn't the same as being in an actual home. We do want any potential family to understand what they are getting. Google is a great resource to read about Pyrs and Anatolians and livestock guardian dogs in general. We think you will learn that while they have certain characteristics, they also make incredible family pets. You will understand why we want this kid to have a securely fenced in yard, but you will also realize that these dogs are good natured, gentle, loyal and make wonderful pets. Badger is everything joyful. He is unabashedly friendly and while we understand he will probably be a bit more protective and aloof with strangers as he grows up, he does not show overwhelming tendencies of that nature at this point. He is playful and just loves to spend time with humans, go on walks, toss around a toy. Currently his favorite thing is to try to take a swim in his water bucket, so someone willing to get this dude a kiddie pool may be at the top of his wish list in a new family. Badger is incredibly smart. He can problem solve with the best of them, figure things out before you can blink, and occasionally use this talent to get exactly what he wants at any given time from us gullible humans! As large as he is, Badger is just a baby dog - he's learning, he's bouncy if only for a second, and he is simply delightful. Most of all, this lummox will make you laugh. He really would do well in a family with kids, would probably be fine with other dogs pending a required meet and greet, and because he isn't 100% Great Pyrenees, his grooming needs are somewhat less with his slightly less than medium length coat. Yes, he will be extra large - will eat a little more, take up a little more space, sometimes make you think you have a small pony in the living room, but just more of him to love if we are honest. If you love large, if you love brilliant, if you love gentle and kind, Badger is an excellent choice. Take the time, learn about his type of pup. We think that you will be surprised at how quickly you will see that he might be just the right one for you.