Our story
Once Upon a Pyrenees began when our first guardian, Valor, bonded to our daughter’s bottle goats. Watching him gently patrol the fence line sparked our devotion to preserving the breed’s intuition and softness.
Meet the family
Rooted in the Carolina foothills
We are second-generation farmers raising dairy goats, heritage chickens, and—of course—Great Pyrenees that watch over everyone with calm confidence.
Care & socialization
Puppies are raised indoors for the first weeks, then transition to the barn nursery with livestock sounds, obstacle play, and crate-intro sessions. Daily ENS handling builds resilience.
Breeding standards
We pair OFA hips/elbows, Embark DNA panels, and proven working temperaments. Our contract covers spay/neuter timelines, health guarantees, and lifetime breeder support.
Snapshots
Life on the farm
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Morning chores
Guardians rotate pastures with the goats while puppies explore supervised sensory yards.
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Afternoon socials
Neighborhood kids visit for gentle handling, making sure pups transition seamlessly into family life.
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Evening patrol
Parents settle near the barn while we review training logs and schedule upcoming pickup dates.