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Alfonse

Male · Young · 1 year

Alphonse, the kangaroo who brings life everywhere A bundle of joyful energy Alphonse is simple: he doesn't walk... he jumps Always on the move, he loves to jump, climb, explore... and above all live each moment to the fullest! Friendly and always up for it With him, it's impossible to be bored! He likes to share with humans as well as his peers. Walks, games, special moments... he involves everyone in his enthusiasm. A presence that does good Alphonse is the kind of dog that fills a house with life and good humor. He brings rhythm, smiles... and lots of affection ► For whom? For an active person or family who likes to move and fully enjoy daily life with a dynamic companion. I'm waiting for you at the shelter for a tender meeting. Together, we could form a great team! Breed: X Shepherd Date of birth: 01/04/2025 (estimated) Sex: Male Neutered: Yes Identified: Yes Vaccinated: Yes Shelter Anim'toit

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Alphonse, le kangourou qui met de la vie partout Un concentré d’énergie joyeuse Alphonse, c’est simple : il ne marche pas… il bondit Toujours en mouvement, il adore sauter, grimper, explorer… et surtout vivre à fond chaque instant ! Sociable et toujours partant Avec lui, impossible de s’ennuyer ! Il aime partager avec les humains comme avec ses congénères. Balades, jeux, moments complices… il embarque tout le monde dans son enthousiasme. Une présence qui fait du bien Alphonse, c’est ce genre de chien qui remplit une maison de vie et de bonne humeur. Il apporte du rythme, du sourire… et beaucoup d’attachement ► Pour qui ? Pour une personne ou une famille active, qui aime bouger et profiter pleinement du quotidien avec un compagnon dynamique. Je vous attends au refuge pour une rencontre pleine de tendresse. Ensemble, on pourrait former une belle équipe ! Race : X Berger Date de naissance : 01/04/2025 (estimé) Sexe : Mâle Stérilisé : Oui Identifié : Oui Vacciné : Oui Refuge Anim’toit

Size
Age
Young · 1 year
Location
🇫🇷Prinquiau
Shelter
Anim'toit
Living with Alfonse
  • Vaccinated
  • Neutered
  • Microchipped
Cared for by Anim'toit · Prinquiau

Listed 4 months ago

Bringing Alfonse home

What you'll need for Alfonse 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 Alfonse

What life with Alfonse looks like

Alfonse is a young adult dog waiting at Anim'toit in Prinquiau.

An young adult dog fits most household rhythms once the first couple of weeks of adjustment pass. Two reasonable walks a day plus play time is usually enough. Plan a "decompression fortnight" — quiet routine, no visitors, no off-leash adventures — to let them settle.

🇫🇷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.

Prinquiau, France browse more dogs in France.

Frequently asked

Adopting Alfonse, answered.

How do I contact the shelter about Alfonse?
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 Alfonse on TailHarbor so they know which animal you're asking about.
Can I adopt Alfonse 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 Alfonse 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 Alfonse 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 Alfonse 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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