Doris - Great Pyrenees Dog for Adoption in Kiowa, Oklahoma

Introducing Doris. Doris is a 4–5-month-old, roughly 30-pound female Great Pyrenees mix, and she would like to offer her condolences to your willpower. You said you weren’t adopting another dog. Very sensible. Very responsible. Unfortunately, someone has now placed a reddish-and-white puppy with the sweetness of a freshly baked cinnamon roll directly in your path, and your entire argument has collapsed like a lawn chair under a Saint Bernard. Her coat? Gorgeous. Her personality? A little spoonful of honey wearing a fur coat. Her anticipated adult size? Possibly less “polar bear occupying an entire zip code” than your standard Pyr, although rescue genetics do not come with a receipt or a guaranteed finished measurement. She’s still growing, and we cannot promise she won’t eventually take up your preferred couch cushion. We can promise that your “just looking” era is in considerable danger. Under all that pretty fluff is a sweet, gentle girl with a happy-go-lucky side and a sensitive little heart.

Apply to adopt Doris:
https://www.pyrpawsandfluffytailsrescue.com/adoption-app

Doris is fostered in Hutchinson, KS. Her adopter must personally pick her up there. We do not transport.

With other dogs, Doris’s happy-go-lucky personality comes through. Apparently, four legs and a tail are perfectly acceptable credentials, while humans must undergo a more extensive background check. Her foster describes her dog interactions positively, and a friendly, well-matched canine companion could be a lovely addition to her world. Cats, however, have not received the same glowing review. Doris will bark at them and may chase them outside. She’ll bark at them and may chase them outside, because apparently the tiny roommate with knives in its feet is behaving suspiciously. Doris would like the cat to stop so she can ask a few questions. The cat would like Doris to become someone else’s problem. Kids are currently untested, so Doris has not yet reviewed humanity’s travel-size edition. These are people who arrive sticky, run without an apparent destination, and occasionally scream because their banana has broken. As a girl who already thinks unfamiliar adults require a probationary period, Doris may need a moment to process someone who introduces themselves by sprinting toward her while wearing a dinosaur head. Calm, respectful children who can let her approach on her own terms would be the more thoughtful fit. New people are subject to Doris’s extremely thorough screening process, conducted from a safe distance. She’s reserved at first and may move away when approached, so her friendship is best earned by giving her space and letting her make the first move. Please resist chasing her around announcing how nice you are. That is also what a witch with a gingerbread house would say. The good news? She’s getting braver. Her foster opens the door and steps out of sight, and Doris comes inside and heads to her familiar kennel. Once she feels safe there, she happily accepts pets and loving. Apparently, affection is wonderful once everyone stops trying to deliver it like an Amazon package requiring an immediate signature. Give this gentle girl time, kindness, and a predictable routine, and you’ll get to watch her realize that those suspicious finger sausages are actually excellent ear-scratching equipment.

Her energy level is about a 6/10, giving her a nice helping of puppy playfulness without suggesting she’s training to qualify for an international parkour team. She enjoys toys, likes playing in water, and has plenty of happy puppy moments to share once she feels comfortable. Fetch, however, has not made the list. You threw the toy. You know where it went. Doris sees no reason to become involved in the consequences of your decisions. Despite enjoying some playtime, she seems more like a homebody than an adventure enthusiast. She’d probably rather get comfortable with her family and enjoy familiar surroundings than have someone announce a packed weekend itinerary involving six new places and a suspiciously enthusiastic hiking backpack. For now, helping her feel secure in everyday life is a much better goal than collecting destinations. Car rides are considerably less controversial. Her foster picks her up, secures her in the car, and she settles down and lies quietly. No car sickness has been reported.

No food guarding or resource guarding has been observed in her foster home. The vacuum has received a much less favorable review. It screams, eats things off the floor, and follows humans around the house while they pretend this is normal. Doris would like to know why everyone is so concerned about her barking at a cat when you’re willingly escorting a roaring dirt goblin through the living room. A securely fenced yard would be the best fit, especially while she’s building confidence and learning leash skills. Without a fence, she would need to be securely leashed every time she’s outdoors. Her foster worries she could run off if frightened, so trusting her off leash would be a poor plan. Love is wonderful. Love is not a containment system. Potty training is still in progress, and she doesn’t know formal commands yet. She is a puppy, not a fully furnished adult dog with the instructions laminated and attached. A consistent schedule, supervision, rewards, and patience will help her learn. At present, her résumé lists “beautiful,” “sweet,” and “can locate unattended treats.” We agree those are valuable skills. Her kennel is a familiar, comfortable part of her routine. She sleeps there at night and stays there when her foster is away. Her foster hasn’t reported inappropriate chewing or other mischievous habits beyond the gate-and-treat situation. So far, she has not founded a demolition company or tried to expose the internal anatomy of your sofa. As for barking, Doris is described as a casual commentator. She occasionally has something to say, and unfortunately, dogs have not yet developed the courtesy of putting it in an email. She’s got some Pyr in her, so the possibility of unsolicited announcements should not come as a shocking plot twist. Neither should shedding or the occasional independent opinion.

Doris’s ideal family will understand that her shy moments don’t cancel out her sweetness. She can want love very much and still need time to feel safe receiving it. Patient people, gentle handling, a predictable routine, and room to approach at her own pace will help her confidence grow. She doesn’t need someone taking her hesitation personally and demanding to know why their friendship request is still pending. She needs someone who can sit nearby, be kind, and let her discover that good things don’t always require a getaway plan. So, if you have room for a sweet, playful, slightly suspicious scoop of fluff—and the patience to help her grow into herself—Doris would like to submit her very convincing face for your consideration.

Fill out an adoption application so we can send it to her foster family, who will review applications and choose the best fit. Yes, we do need the actual application. “LOOK AT HER” is compelling testimony, but it leaves several questions about your fence unanswered.

Your willpower had a respectable career. Unfortunately, Doris arrived looking like a stuffed animal and needing someone to love her. We understand if you need a moment to explain to your partner why there is a new ball of fluff in the home.

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.