About Us

At Golden State Great Pyrenees Rescue & Sanctuary, our mission is simple but powerful: to rescue, rehabilitate, and restore purpose to livestock guardian dogs (LGDs) — with a special focus on the noble Great Pyrenees.

Too often, these dogs are misunderstood, surrendered, or abandoned because of their size, instincts, or needs. We step in to give them what they deserve: time to heal, skilled evaluation, and the chance to live a life where their gifts are recognized and valued.

Because rescue isn’t just about saving lives.
It’s about giving them purpose.

Our Commitment

We are a 24/7, boots-on-the-ground rescue and sanctuary, led by a dedicated founder, a hands-on board, and a network of the best fosters and volunteers. Every animal in our care is treated as family, never warehoused in boarding facilities.

We provide:

• 30+ days of care for every intake before making placement decisions — giving dogs time to decompress, receive medical care, and be evaluated with people and livestock.

• Sanctuary for life when rehoming isn’t possible due to age, medical, or behavioral challenges.

• Support for adopters so every placement has the best chance of success.

We don’t rush. We don’t cut corners. We place with purpose.

What Sets Us Apart

Rescue & Rehabilitation
Every dog receives immediate medical care, structure, and the patience needed to rebuild confidence.

Thoughtful Intake Process
Unlike quick-turn rescues, we keep dogs for a minimum of 30 days, ensuring they’re healthy, emotionally stable, and properly assessed for working or companion homes.

Adoption & Rehoming
We carefully match each dog to the right environment, whether that’s a working ranch or a family home. Our goal is safe, lasting placements.

Sanctuary & Lifetime Care
For dogs who cannot be rehomed, our sanctuary provides lifelong care in a safe, structured, and enriching environment.

Livestock Rescue & Real-World Training
We also rescue sheep, goats, poultry, and waterfowl—giving them safety while creating a purposeful, symbiotic home for our guardian dogs. These animals help us evaluate each dog’s instincts in real-world settings, while their eggs and milk contribute to the health of the dogs themselves.

Education & Advocacy
Through workshops, digital resources, and outreach, we teach responsible LGD ownership and promote humane coexistence between livestock, wildlife, and working dogs.

Why It Matters

We believe every guardian dog deserves more than survival — they deserve dignity, safety, and a meaningful role in the world. Some will protect flocks under open skies. Others will find purpose at the side of a family. All will know they are valued.

And it’s only possible because of people like you.

When you adopt, donate, sponsor, or advocate, you’re not just helping one animal. You’re building a world where these protectors are themselves protected — and where every animal has the chance to thrive.

Together, we protect the protectors.

Our Mission: Saving Lives, Protecting Livestock, and Conserving Wildlife