By Allison Roesser

Sep. 4, 2019:  Who's looking for a mini pony? My name is Armani and I am a one-year-old, 101-pound Great Pyrenees. Yep, you heard that right ... I am already over 100 pounds and I haven't even started filling out yet. That means I will probably be in the 125- to 130-pound range as a full-grown adult. 

I know my size isn't for everyone, but I promise I am a gentle giant and my foster mom says pretty darn close to perfect. I am housebroken, crate trained, and very well mannered.  

I came from Oklahoma where I lived in a foster home for three months with ten dogs (of all sizes) and a baby. There were also two cats in the house. 

I am actually quite playful for a Pyrenees of my size and will happily entertain myself and play with my toys for hours on end.

I just arrived in Connecticut a few weeks ago and am now in a new foster home with a fourteen-year-old girl who has been working with me on my basic training. I already know how to sit, come when I am called, and go to my crate when I am told to do so.  

You will never see that stubborn streak in me that most Pyrs have; I am accommodating and a people pleaser and my foster mom says I am the happiest and sweetest dog she has ever met.  

My ideal forever home must include a physical fence where I can sit outside and survey my surroundings and a doggie sibling whom I can run and play with off leash. Someone who has experience with my breed may be good, too, but is definitely not a requirement. I also wouldn't mind some kids who could play ball with me, but maybe not toddlers just because of my size (I sometimes don't realize I am stepping on toes). And, of course, I would like lots of love and attention from everyone in my new family.  

I am healthy, neutered, up to date on all my vaccinations, and currently in a foster home in Connecticut. My bags are packed and I am ready for my forever home, so, if you are interested in meeting or adopting me, please email This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. or fill out an application at www.asecondchanceforziva.org.