ADOPT or FOSTER
ADOPTABLE UNEGA DOGS
These pups are living with the Unega pack or paired with a foster. They are all adoptable and looking for their forever homes!
Interested in adopting or fostering? Fill out our adopt/foster form! If you have questions, contact us!
As a small nonprofit with limited resources, we’re tied to our mission: rescuing the abandoned and abused working dogs that otherwise would never even see a home or shelter. That said, we do our best to provide education and opportunity for owners currently looking to manage or re-home their Pyrenees/Akbash.
Please check out our owner rehoming page for more adoptable dogs!
Hunter & Remington
QUICK FACTS
AGE: 1 Year 3 Months
GENDER: MALE
BREED: GREAT PYRENEES/ NEWFIE/AKBASH/ANATOLIAN SHEPARD
GOOD WITH KIDS: YES
HOBBIES: CUDDLES, RUNNING, WRESTLING, TOYS, BARKING LOL
SPAY/NEUTERED: YES
MUST HAVE: SEE THROUGH FENCED YARD, LOT OF LOVE AND PATIENCE, PREPAREDNESS FOR THE SHEER SIZE OF THESE BOYS
ABOUT hunter and remington
Hunter and Remington came to us many months ago as two 10 month old boys on the brink of being shot for killing a turkey (with no proper training may we add). They are now incredibly big boys at approx. 155 pounds. They have both been adopted out; going on the same day so they were never alone.
Unfortunately, Hunter’s adoptive family didn’t work out. No fault of anyone’s it came down to Hunter did not have a big friend to wrestle and play with. Remington happened to go to a home with a Newfoundland and a female Pyrenees…yay! Well, turns out the female was not having another dog in her space; so Remi has come back us too.
Luckily these boys are excellent with all dogs, and simply need each other to be able to wrestle with. No one can wrestle a polar bear, apart from another polar bear we’ve learned.
Hunter is sharp, love seeking, and kind. Remington is lovely, sneaky, and basically a lion in big dog form. They will smother you with love, protect you from harm, and are eager to learn more!
We are looking for a decent-sized fenced yard, and hopefully one they can see through as it curtails the barking versus a privacy fence where they may hear a noise but can’t see anything.
If you are interested in adopting these magnificent brothers, fill out a form today!
SOPHIA
QUICK FACTS
AGE: 3 Years
GENDER: Female
BREED: GREAT PYRENEES/ ANATOLIAN SHEPARD
GOOD WITH KIDS: YES
HOBBIES: CUDDLES,
SPAY/NEUTERED: YES
ABOUT SOPHIA
We rescued Sophia as her situation was urgent we don’t generally take owner surrenders but her story tugged at our heart, so we brought her to Idaho from California.
She is currently being fostered in Boise, Idaho but in need of a home quickly as the male dog they have is a little to high-energy for her
She is an indoor dog, potty trained, good on a leash, good with other dogs as long as they are not yippy and in her face, preferably males. Great with kids and cats.
She is about 100 pounds and unless you have a 12-foot fence she needs to always be on a leash for walks or outdoor potties because she can scale a 10-foot fence. We saw it happen. She loves the couch and loves her walks on a harness. Her favorite meal is shredded rotisserie chicken lol. :) Just a sweetheart.
If you’re interested in adopting Sophia fill out a form today!
MILLIE & RANGER
QUICK FACTS
AGE: 2-3 YEARS
GENDER: FEMALE & MALE BONDED PAIR
BREED: GREAT PYRENEES/AKBASH
GOOD WITH KIDS: YES
HOBBIES: WRESTLING, BIRD WATCHING, STICK COLLECTION, TUG OF WAR
ABOUT MILLIE & RANGER
Oh Millie and Ranger! Such a bonded and resilient pair. We have had them at the rescue for over 5 months and they are SO ready to have a loving and patient home. They are both around two years old, and have grown with great strides since arriving here.
Millie is shy, a goof with the softest belly, and when she shows you love; boy oh boy is she so warmhearted and tender. She was tossed from a van, and we were able to get her to us. Timid at first, we watch her, as she protects Ranger and their section; flushing birds and securing their area. She runs with toys and has Ranger chase her, the mud splashing her face. And if she gets scared, she lays beside Ranger: safe, secure, loved by more than anything she has known.
Now Mr. Ranger…he is total love bug. After getting word of a working dog with a twisted foot, we stepped into action and got him to the rescue safely. As a pup, he was most likely injured and the bones fused; now as a strong two-year old, he is not phased by his injury. He grew up with it and does anything and everything he wants. He jumps in the air like no other, flips toys to no end, and always…ALWAYS appreciates a dedicated belly rub and leg massage.
Together, they are the most amazing duo. They go to each other for comfort, warmth, guidance. They play together all day, no weather can keep them back. And when they sleep, it is often cheek to cheek; as ONE. They are their own protectors. They are whole after lives of unknown abuse, conditions, and never knowing love.
If Millie & Ranger speak to you, please reach out. They are ready for their home. They really are.
Wyatt
QUICK FACTS
AGE: 10 months
GENDER: MALE
BREED: ANATOLIAN SHEPHERD/GREAT PYR
GOOD WITH KIDS: YES
HOBBIES: PLAYING, TOYS, WRESTLING WITH BUDDIES, CUDDLING ON THE COUCH
SAYS “NO THANKS’” TO: CATS
ABOUT WYATT
Wyatt is a sweet, goofy guy who is full of personality and ready to find his forever home. He’s fantastic with kids and loves being around people. He’s already house, potty, and kennel trained, and he’s working on basic commands—he’s already nailed “sit” in no time!
Wyatt is curious, outgoing, and loves exploring. He’s also great at just hanging out and being your cuddle buddy. He patiently waiting for his forever family. Wyatt needs a good yard to run around freely in and plenty of exercise
Please contact us today if Wyatt grabs your heart!
HOPE & DAKOTA
QUICK FACTS
AGE: 2-3 YEARS
GENDER: FEMALE & MALE BONDED PAIR
SPAY/NEUTEURED: YES
BREED: GREAT PYRENEES/AKBASH
GOOD WITH KIDS: YES
HOBBIES: CHASING BIRDS, FLIPPING TOYS, AND CATCHING MICE
ABOUT HOPE & DAKOTA
Hope and Dakota came to us from two separate situations. Roughly 2-3 year old Hope was surrendered by a rancher in Utah after a couple years of harsh conditions and an unknown amount of litters. We were able to get her to Unega, and around the same time we moved Mr. Dakota into the same section with her.
Dakota came from the Buhl farm with Lalaei and Cal. Dakota is around a year and a half old and was the first of his group to allow us to pet him. He has really grown since arriving here at Unega, and with Hope they are truly a remarkable pair.
Hope and Dakota have made incredible strides together over the past couple months. They run and play together. Shred toys and love treats. Dakota is a very silly boy and isn’t so much into his guardian behaviors as Hope is. He loves a good pet in time, and has a very calm, curious demeanor about him. Hope is slower to be open to touch, and we are working with them both daily to socialize them to what it means to be loved and cared for properly.
These two have bonded deeply and we would love for them to stay together!
We would love to hear from you if you believe this pair would be a great fit in your life.
lalaei & Cal
QUICK FACTS
AGE: LALAEI 5/6 YEARS CAL 2 YEARS
GENDER: FEMALE & MALE BONDED PAIR
BREED: GREAT PYRENEES/AKBASH
GOOD WITH KIDS: YES
HOBBIES: SNUGGLING, RUNNING, COZY NAPS, AND WRESTLING
ABOUT LALAEI & CAL
Lalaei and Cal have been on quite the journey together since rescuing them from Buhl. Lalaei, 5-6 years old, was pregnant when we trapped her. And we believe Cal, 1.5-2 years old, to be hers from a previous litter. As we got her and Cal safely back to Unega, they soon escaped and were gone for over 10 days. Nicole was able to trap them and we got them safely back.
These two are quite the pair and have come a long way since leaving their traumatic and horrific lives. Lalaei carried to term, nursed them well, and we have now adopted out her five pups! She is very sweet, calm, and protective- she will hover over Cal-and she love LOVES treats.
Cal was very slow to open up, he kept to himself and was unsure what treats and attention were. He was cautious, and then curious, and now while he still keeps his distance, we have watched him blossom. He rolls on the grass and throws his toys around. He now loves treats and gets real up close when you have some. He is coming closer to more frequent touch each time we visit him.
We are earning both Lalaei and Cal’s trust every day. Lalaei loves being rubbed now. As long as you approach her slowly she welcomes touch and head scratches. Cal will let you do short quick rubs. It’s great to see the confidence.
Please let us know if these two are of interest.
Please reach out with questions about any of our adoptable dogs!
