Great Pyrenees and Australian Shepherd Dogs Available for Adoption in Rockford, Illinois

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Lottie is an approximately 2 & 1/2 year old spayed female Great Pyrenees (we think she is possibly mixed with Australian Shepherd, but she could also just be.a small female Great Pyrenees).. She came to our rescue just before Christmas of 2025 after a court case in Tennessee where Lottie's person ended up with jail time after he was found physically abusing Lottie. Despite the abuse, Lottie is an incredibly sweet girl to her people. SHE IS a typical Great Pyrenees mix, weary of strangers at first and barks at them and barks in general when she hears noises or sees strangers or wildlife out the window. One thing we need to point out is that one of Lottie's front paws was some how previously injured and her former human never sought treatment, so her paw is deformed ( see last 2 pictures). We have had an Orthopedic Specialist examine her foot and they determined that it can be corrected with surgery. Our rescue is committed to paying for the surgery as long as the surgery is done by our Specialist in Madison, Wisconsin. We would love to find an adopter in our city of Rockford, Illinois, OR between Rockford and Madison to make transporting her to our specialist easier. Just please note, If we are to transport her, surgery will have to wait until this Fall.because of our business and the nature of what we do includes travel in the warmer months. Our Vet has said that Lottie can live with her leg the way it is, it does not seem to hurt her. We would love to see Lottie find her person as soon as possible and we hope this does not cause anyone to not want to give Lottie the life that she VERY MUCH deserves. She is spayed, up to date on vaccinations, and microchipped. She is housebroken. Meet and greets will be tricky, because she is initially scared of strangers and barks at them. She did this with us when she first met us, but after she gets to know you she is really the sweetest girl. She has a prey drive so NO CATS. She was fine when meeting a small dog through the fence that we had in our rescue, but barks at bigger dogs and doesn't seem to like them. We are hoping to find a home for Lottie where she can be the only dog and the focus can be on her. She REALLY could benefit from leash training, although she does a little better wearing a harness. As far as kids, she does sometimes jump on people, so we recommend only older, gentle kids who have been taught how to respectfully treat animals. Potential adopters MUST have a fenced yard. We adopt to those who own their home or if you rent, you must be the primary tenant on your lease and have a positive, verifiable rental history and verifiable employment. If the above sounds like the kind of home and life that you can provide for this sweet girl, please email us at: brittonsanctuary@yahoo.com and in the subject line please write: Ready to commit to Lottie. Please do not contact us if you are just window shopping and you and everyone in your home are not ready to welcome Lottie as a PERMANENT family member

The Australian Shepherd is a highly intelligent and energetic herding dog known for its loyalty and work ethic. Originating in the United States, despite its name, this breed is prized for its agility, trainability, and versatility in various dog sports and activities. Australian Shepherds have a distinctive medium length coat that comes in different colors, often with unique merle patterns. With proper training, socialization, and exercise, these dogs make excellent companions for active families and individuals seeking a devoted and playful four legged friend.

The Great Pyrenees is a majestic and noble breed known for its gentle demeanor and steadfast loyalty. Originating from the Pyrenees Mountains, these large and dignified dogs are renowned for their protective instincts and ability to work as livestock guardians. With their stunning white coats and imposing stature, Great Pyrenees exude an air of regal confidence while also possessing a gentle and affectionate nature towards their families. Their calm and composed demeanor coupled with their innate guardian instincts make them excellent companions for those seeking a devoted and majestic canine friend.

In memory of my father, Garlan H. Britton, a pioneer in animal rescue, Our mission is to provide a comfortable...