Some dogs truly earn the title of gentle giant, and life feels brighter with them around. They may look imposing because of their size, yet their hearts are often the softest.
Sadly, not everyone sees that these large pups are usually the most tender and affectionate.
Speaking from experience, I have had far more spirited encounters with tiny Chihuahuas than with massive breeds such as Newfoundlands or Great Pyrenees. Every dog has a personality of its own, but there is a noticeable pattern. The bigger ones tend to be the sweethearts.
Mya fits that description perfectly. She is a seven-year-old Great Pyrenees who represents her breed well. These dogs were once bred to guard livestock, and many still carry strong protective instincts today.
Mya lives in Sharpsburg, Georgia. She is nowhere near a farm, but her heart remains full of love for every creature she meets. Sometimes, she even tries to bring her new friends home.
Her mom, Rachel, does not always share her enthusiasm
A Dog With A Soft Spot
Everything waz going so gud. I findz new frens. I luv shelly frens. Mommy sayz they called turtles. I call dem shelly frens. They so sweet!
Just when I wantz to show shelly fren my home, mommy come.
Mommy sayz no to shelly frens.
Dat make me a sad doggo.
Why I no keep shelly frens, mom?
This time, Mya had hoped she could slip another turtle past her mom’s watchful eye. But her plan fell apart the moment Rachel caught her standing at the door with a turtle held delicately in her mouth.
It was not Mya’s first attempt.
The very first time Rachel saw her with a turtle, she panicked. She worried about the turtle’s safety and rushed to intervene. But Mya made it clear she had no intention of hurting the animal. She carried it with surprising care, and every turtle she later discovered remained unharmed.
Yes, every turtle. Because Mya never stopped at one.
Whenever she found another shelly friend wandering in the yard, she would gently pick it up and head toward the house. If Rachel had not stepped in each time, their Georgia home might have ended up full of turtles.
On this particular day, Mya once again tried to show off her newest discovery. But Rachel was already expecting mischief. She caught Mya at the doorway, hoping this time her mom would finally say yes.
After a moment of quiet pleading and a few gentle prompts, Mya slowly set the turtle down. The small creature was safe and completely unharmed. Mya, however, looked heartbroken, her expression full of disappointment.
This shelly friend had to stay outdoors.
No one knows exactly where the turtle wandered off to, but it likely returned to its natural environment.
Mya’s sweet habit brings plenty of laughs, but it also highlights an important message. Wild animals should never be carried around by pets. Even the gentlest dog can unintentionally cause harm through stress or injury.
If your pup behaves like Mya, be ready to guide them away. Wild creatures belong outdoors, exploring nature on their own terms.