How do I contact the shelter about Alka?

Use the phone, email, or website link in the sidebar of this page. SPA Valais handles screening and the adoption contract directly — TailHarbor doesn't broker the conversation. When you reach out, mention you saw Alka on TailHarbor so they know which animal you're asking about.

Can I adopt Alka if I live in another country?

Yes, in most cases. Rescues across Europe routinely place animals abroad — SPA Valais 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 Alka 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 Alka 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 SPA Valais early rather than rehoming privately; they know Alka 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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Alka

Male · Young · 1 year

Alka recherche sa famille pour la vie ❤️ Alka est un magnifique Bouvier suisse d’à peine un an, qui pèse déjà plus de 35 kg ! 🐶 C’est un jeune chien vif, énergique et très proche de l’humain. Véritable « pot de colle », il adore les câlins et apprécie énormément la présence de son humain. Il connaît les ordres de base et marche bien en laisse, sans tirer. Comme il a toujours vécu auprès de son propriétaire, la solitude est encore quelque chose qu’il doit apprendre. Un travail progressif sera donc nécessaire afin de lui apprendre à rester seul sereinement. Lorsqu’il est très excité, Alka peut également avoir tendance à sauter sur les personnes. Il faudra donc poursuivre son éducation et lui apprendre à mieux gérer ses émotions et son excitation. ⚠️ Une attention particulière devra être portée à la protection des ressources. Alka peut protéger ce qu’il a en gueule et se montrer réactif lorsqu’on cherche à lui retirer quelque chose. Un travail sur le « troc » est déjà en place et devra impérativement être poursuivi dans sa future famille. 🐕 Alka s’entend bien avec les autres chiens. 🐱 Il n’a en revanche jamais vécu avec des chats. Il se montre actuellement curieux à leur égard, sans signe d’agressivité, mais une introduction progressive et un temps d’adaptation seront indispensables. Pour Alka, nous recherchons une famille dynamique, présente et prête à s’investir pleinement dans son éducation, qui pourra lui offrir suffisamment d’activité physique et mentale au quotidien. Compte tenu de sa problématique liée à la protection des ressources, nous privilégions un foyer sans enfants, afin de garantir la sécurité de tous. Alka ne sera également pas placé comme premier chien : nous recherchons des personnes ayant déjà une expérience avec les chiens et conscientes du travail que son éducation peut demander. ❤️ Alka a encore toute la vie devant lui. Avec un cadre stable, cohérent et bienveillant, il pourra continuer à progresser et devenir un merveilleux compagnon. 📞 Vous pensez pouvoir lui offrir la vie qu’il mérite ? Contactez-nous au 67. ❌ Merci de ne pas envoyer de messages, d’e-mails ou de demandes via les réseaux sociaux. Les prises de contact se font uniquement par téléphone.

Size

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Age

Young · 1 year

Location

🇨🇭Uvrier

Shelter

SPA Valais

Living with Alka

✓Vaccinated
✓Good with dogs
✕Good with kids

Cared for by SPA Valais · Uvrier

More dogs in Uvrier →More dogs in Switzerland →

Listed 5 months ago

Bringing Alka home

What you'll need for Alka in week one.

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About Alka

What life with Alka looks like

Alka is a young adult dog waiting at SPA Valais in Uvrier.

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 Switzerland

Swiss shelters require a home visit (Platzkontrolle) and proof of suitable accommodation. Cantons each have their own additional dog-keeping requirements (e.g. SKN training in some areas). Animals leave sterilized and chipped.

Uvrier, Switzerland — browse more dogs in Switzerland.

Frequently asked

Adopting Alka, answered.

How do I contact the shelter about Alka?: Use the phone, email, or website link in the sidebar of this page. SPA Valais handles screening and the adoption contract directly — TailHarbor doesn't broker the conversation. When you reach out, mention you saw Alka on TailHarbor so they know which animal you're asking about.
Can I adopt Alka if I live in another country?: Yes, in most cases. Rescues across Europe routinely place animals abroad — SPA Valais 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 Alka 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 Alka 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 SPA Valais early rather than rehoming privately; they know Alka 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.