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Border Collie · Male · Senior · 11 years

Alaska, running differently like in Forrest Gump, Alaska moves in his own way, with a unique approach to traversing the world… differently, but deeply alive. Another way to perceive Alaska is that he is 100% deaf, but nothing truly escapes him. He perceives the world differently: through gestures, scents, presences… and sometimes, it seems he even perceives things we don’t see. He also has a slight strabismus, which doesn’t affect his vision. He sees well, but with a slightly different perspective, as if he observes life from another angle. He is also very sensitive to strong scents (perfumes, deodorants…), which can disrupt his daily routine. When things get overwhelming, he moves Alaska can have moments with somewhat peculiar reactions, difficult to read, as if he perceives things differently. In these moments, he may also "weed," as a way to gently soothe himself. He is on treatment, likely for life, to remain more stable in his daily life. And what is very clear: the more he goes out, the better he is in his paws. The outdoors truly calms him. A heart close to human Alaska is a very affectionate dog, close to humans, who loves contact and presence. He approaches interactions with a lot of gentleness and a desire for connection. He also has his own distinct personality, and needs respect for his rhythm and space, without being rushed. – Concerning his affinities, he seems quite sociable with others. What he needs to thrive A calm environment, without children Regular outings, with real moments of expenditure From the outside, air, movement (it’s there that he calms down the most) – The car terrifies him. A calm and patient person Someone who accepts his different functioning and respects his rhythm Freedom… without putting him in a difficult situation. A different dog, but deeply touching… to meet with the heart. I await you at the shelter for a tender meeting. Together, we could form a beautiful team! Breed: Border Collie mix Date of birth: 08/08/2015 (estimated) Gender: Male Spayed: Yes Microchipped: Yes. This animal is not suitable for homes with young children.

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Alaska, courir autrement Comme dans Forrest Gump, Alaska avance à sa façon, avec une manière bien à lui de traverser le monde… différente, mais profondément vivante Une autre manière de percevoir Alaska est 100 % sourd, mais rien ne lui échappe vraiment. Il lit le monde autrement : les gestes, les odeurs, les présences… et parfois, il semble même percevoir des choses que nous ne voyons pas. Il a aussi un léger strabisme, sans impact sur sa vision. Il voit bien, mais avec un regard un peu à part, comme s’il observait la vie sous un autre angle. Il est aussi très sensible aux odeurs fortes (parfums, déodorants…), qui peuvent le perturber dans son quotidien. Quand ça déborde, il se met en mouvement Alaska peut avoir des moments avec des réactions un peu particulières, difficiles à lire, comme s’il percevait les choses autrement. Dans ces moments-là, il peut aussi « désherber », comme pour s’apaiser doucement. Il est sous traitement, probablement à vie, pour rester plus stable au quotidien. Et ce qu’on observe très clairement : plus il sort, plus il est bien dans ses pattes. L’extérieur l’apaise vraiment. Un coeur collé à l'humain Alaska est un chien très câlin, proche de l’humain, qui aime le contact et la présence. Il vient chercher les interactions avec beaucoup de douceur et d’envie de lien. Il a aussi son petit caractère, bien affirmé, et a besoin qu’on respecte son rythme et son espace, sans le brusquer. – Concernant ses affinités, il semble assez sociable avec les autres. Ce qu'il lui faut pour s'épanouir Un environnement calme, sans enfants Des sorties régulières, avec de vrais moments de dépense De l’extérieur, de l’air, du mouvement (c’est là qu’il s’apaise le plus) – La voiture lui fait très peur. Une personne posée et patiente Quelqu’un qui accepte son fonctionnement différent et respecte son rythme De la liberté… sans le mettre en difficulté. Un chien différent, mais profondément touchant… à rencontrer avec le cœur. Il vous attend ! Je vous attends au refuge pour une rencontre pleine de tendresse. Ensemble, on pourrait former une belle équipe ! Race : croisé Border Collie Date de naissance : 08/08/2015 (estimé) Sexe : Mâle Stérilisé : Oui Identifié : Oui Vacciné : Oui Refuge Anim’toit

Size
Age
Senior · 11 years
Location
🇫🇷Prinquiau
Shelter
Anim'toit
Living with Alaska
  • Vaccinated
  • Neutered
  • Microchipped
  • Good with kids
Cared for by Anim'toit · PrinquiauLearn about Border Collie

Listed 5 months ago

Bringing Alaska home

What you'll need for Alaska in week one.

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  1. 01
    Required by most shelters

    Trixie Transport Box

    Sturdy plastic carrier — what most shelters require for pickup.

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    €35–45
  2. 02
    Editor's pick

    Folding Wire Crate

    First-week safe space. Shelter dogs settle faster with a crate.

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    €50–80
  3. 03
    Legal · EU

    Car Seatbelt Tether

    Legally required in most EU countries for transporting dogs.

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    €8–12
  4. 04

    Adaptil Calming Spray

    Dog-specific pheromone diffuser. Worth it for the trip home.

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    €18–25
  5. 05

    Orthopaedic Dog Bed

    Worth the upgrade — rescues often have joint issues from kennels.

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    €30–60
  6. 06
    Safer than a collar

    Padded Y-Front Harness

    Escape-proof for spooky rescues. Safer than a collar in week one.

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    €20–35

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About Alaska

What life with Alaska looks like

Alaska is a senior border collie dog waiting at Anim'toit in Prinquiau.

Senior dogs settle in faster than younger ones. They want a soft bed, predictable meals, and short, sniff-heavy walks rather than runs. Many senior rescues bond deeply within weeks because they understand exactly how good a stable home is. Expect occasional vet visits for joint or dental care.

🇫🇷Adopting from France

French refuges follow the SPA framework: adopters sign a cession contract that includes sterilization, vaccinations, microchip identification, and rabies passport. Fees are typically €150–€300. Many refuges work with rescue transport partners for cross-border placements.

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Frequently asked

Adopting Alaska, answered.

How do I contact the shelter about Alaska?
Use the phone, email, or website link in the sidebar of this page. Anim'toit handles screening and the adoption contract directly — TailHarbor doesn't broker the conversation. When you reach out, mention you saw Alaska on TailHarbor so they know which animal you're asking about.
Can I adopt Alaska if I live in another country?
Yes, in most cases. Rescues across Europe routinely place animals abroad — Anim'toit will tell you what they need (EU pet passport, rabies titer, transport coordination) and whether they handle transport themselves or refer you to a partner. Plan for an extra €100–€350 in transport costs depending on distance.
Is Alaska already vetted, vaccinated, and chipped?
Most dogs on TailHarbor leave their shelter with sterilization, current vaccinations, microchip ID, and an EU pet passport included in the adoption fee. The vet status on this page reflects what the shelter has reported — ask them directly if you need details on specific vaccines, recent bloodwork, or chronic conditions.
What happens if Alaska isn't the right fit?
Every reputable rescue accepts an animal back if the adoption genuinely doesn't work — that's part of the standard contract. Talk it through with Anim'toit early rather than rehoming privately; they know Alaska and can place them more successfully than a second-hand listing can.
Why does the description sometimes read awkwardly?
TailHarbor translates shelter descriptions into English from the source language (FR). Translation is imperfect — names of streets, donors, and shelter-specific terms occasionally slip through unidiomatically. For the cleanest read, click the source link to see the shelter's original page.
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