How do I contact the shelter about Alpha?

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

Can I adopt Alpha if I live in another country?

Yes, in most cases. Rescues across Europe routinely place animals abroad — APAA Trégrom 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 Alpha 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 Alpha 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 APAA Trégrom early rather than rehoming privately; they know Alpha 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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Alpha

English Setter · Male · Puppy · 7 months

Alpha is a 7-month-old lemon setter who arrived at the shelter after being abandoned by his owner. Despite his young age, Alpha has likely experienced rough handling or violence, as he tends to become withdrawn when voices are raised or loud noises occur. He needs a gentle, patient, and caring family who will give him time to regain his confidence. Behind his sensitivity, however, is an extraordinary young dog. Alpha is very playful, curious, and full of life, eager to explore everything. He is also very affectionate, and cuddles and kisses are his passion, and he will never miss an opportunity to seek a moment of tenderness. Alpha is sociable and gets along well with his fellow dogs, and can easily share his daily life with another dog. He can also live with cats, and a family with children who respect his sensitivity will be perfect for him. Like all setters, Alpha is a dynamic dog who will need daily physical and mental exercise to thrive. Walks, games, scent activities, and discoveries will bring him joy. Despite a difficult start in life, Alpha looks to the future with enthusiasm. He is just waiting for a family ready to open their hearts to him to finally discover all the beauty life has to offer. In return, he will happily share his new life with his future adopters and give them all the love he is capable of.

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Mon histoire : Voici Alpha est un jeune setter lemon de 7 mois, arrivé au refuge suite à un abandon volontaire. Son ancien propriétaire ne souhaitait tout simplement plus le garder.Malgré son jeune âge, Alpha ne semble pas avoir eu un début de vie facile. Il est probable qu’il ait connu des gestes brusques ou des violences, car il a tendance à se prostrer lorsque l’on élève la voix ou en présence de bruits forts.Il aura besoin d’une famille douce, patiente et bienveillante qui saura lui laisser le temps de reprendre confiance. Mon caractère : Derrière cette sensibilité se cache pourtant un jeune chien extraordinaire. Très joueur, curieux et plein de vie, Alpha a tout à découvrir. Il est également très affectueux : les câlins et les bisous sont pour lui une véritable passion, et il ne manquera jamais une occasion de venir chercher un moment de tendresse.Sociable, Alpha s’entend très bien avec ses congénères et pourra tout à fait partager son quotidien avec un autre chien. Il pourra également vivre avec des chats, et une famille avec des enfants respectueux de sa sensibilité lui conviendra sans difficulté. J'aime / J'aime pas : Comme tout setter, Alpha est un chien dynamique qui aura besoin de dépenses physiques et mentales quotidiennes pour s’épanouir pleinement.Balades, jeux, activités de flair et découvertes feront son bonheur.Malgré un début de vie difficile, Alpha regarde l’avenir avec enthousiasme. Il n’attend plus qu’une famille prête à lui ouvrir son cœur pour découvrir enfin tout ce que la vie a de beau à offrir. En retour, il partagera avec bonheur sa nouvelle vie avec ses futurs adoptants et leur offrira tout l’amour dont il est capable.

Size

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Age

Puppy · 7 months

Location

🇫🇷France

Shelter

APAA Trégrom

Living with Alpha

✓Vaccinated
✕Neutered
✓Microchipped
✓Good with kids

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About Alpha

What life with Alpha looks like

Alpha is a puppy/kitten english setter dog waiting at APAA Trégrom in France.

Puppies need routine, gentle socialization, and roughly two short outings a day for the first year. The first six months are the formative window — house-training, leash work, and quiet exposure to traffic, other dogs, and unfamiliar people happen now or not at all. Expect early-morning wake-ups and a few months of chewing.

🇫🇷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 Alpha, answered.

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