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Alpha

Mixed Breed · Male · Adult · 5 years

❤️ ALPHA, A HEART TO DISCOVER Alpha is a young dog like no other, a little rascal who only asks to be loved, cared for and pampered. 🐾 A strong suspicion of cerebellar ataxia has been raised, but no MRI has been performed to confirm it. Alpha has his own way of walking, running and playing. His difference is part of who he is, but it does not stop him from enjoying life in his own way! ❤️ 🐶 With other dogs: He is a true lover of his fellow dogs! Their presence reassures him enormously, and he is gradually learning to play alongside them. Small or large, he knows how to adapt. An already neutered dog will be essential in his future home, as Alpha is not neutered himself. 👧 With children: He has already been in the presence of children and has shown no particular reaction. As with any dog, interactions should always take place with respect for everyone and under supervision. 🏡 His daily life: At the shelter, Alpha very regularly lives alongside us, either free-roaming or in the offices. He enjoys this closeness with humans and has become part of our daily life. He still has some things to learn, notably house-training. 🧸 His needs: Alpha is young and full of life! He loves to chew and will need to be stimulated, to have suitable toys, and to take part in activities adapted to his abilities. His future home will need to learn to respect his pace and his way of moving, without expecting him to do things the way other dogs do. ❤️ The ideal family for Alpha: We are looking for people who are aware of his particularities, ready to adapt to him, to continue his training with patience, and to offer him a safe environment. Alpha needs love, but also a family who understands his specific needs and is ready to support him over the long term. 🤎 Can't adopt him? You can also contribute to his well-being by becoming his godparent. Every bit of support counts for our protégés! 📋 Important: To come and meet Alpha, you must have a valid certificate of commitment and knowledge, signed at least 7 days ago. Without this document, we will not be able to arrange a visit. 🐾 Alpha is not waiting for a perfect family. He is waiting for a family ready to discover the wonderful dog he is, to respect his difference, and to finally give him his chance. Monday, Wednesday, Thursday 13:30 – 16:30 Saturday 14:00 – 17:00 Copyright © 2025. All rights reserved. SPA de l'Yonne. Made with ♥️ by Au Service du Web

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❤️ ALPHA, UN CŒUR À DÉCOUVRIR Alpha est un jeune chien à part, un loulou qui ne demande qu’à être aimé, accompagné et choyé. 🐾 Une forte suspicion d’ataxie cérébelleuse a été évoquée, mais aucune IRM n’a été réalisée pour le confirmer. Alpha a sa propre façon de marcher, de courir et de jouer. Sa différence fait partie de lui, mais elle ne l’empêche pas de profiter de la vie à sa manière ! ❤️ 🐶 Avec les autres chiens : C’est un véritable amoureux de ses congénères ! Leur présence le rassure énormément et il apprend progressivement à jouer à leurs côtés. Petit ou grand, il sait s’adapter. Un chien déjà stérilisé sera indispensable dans son futur foyer, Alpha ne l’étant pas lui-même. 👧 Avec les enfants : Il a déjà été en présence d’enfants et n’a pas montré de réaction particulière. Comme pour tout chien, les interactions devront se faire dans le respect de chacun et sous surveillance. 🏡 Son quotidien : Au refuge, Alpha vit très régulièrement à nos côtés, en liberté ou dans les bureaux. Il apprécie cette proximité avec l’humain et fait partie de notre quotidien. Il lui reste néanmoins des apprentissages à acquérir, notamment la propreté. 🧸 Ses besoins : Alpha est jeune et plein de vie ! Il adore mâchouiller et aura besoin d’être stimulé, de disposer de jouets adaptés et de bénéficier d’activités ajustées à ses capacités. Son futur foyer devra apprendre à respecter son rythme et sa façon de se déplacer, sans attendre de lui qu’il fasse les choses comme les autres chiens. ❤️ La famille idéale pour Alpha : Nous recherchons des personnes conscientes de ses particularités, prêtes à s’adapter à lui, à poursuivre ses apprentissages avec patience et à lui offrir un environnement sécurisant. Alpha a besoin d’amour, mais aussi d’une famille qui comprenne ses besoins spécifiques et soit prête à l’accompagner dans la durée. 🤎 Vous ne pouvez pas l’adopter ? Vous pouvez aussi contribuer à son bien-être en devenant son parrain ou sa marraine. Chaque soutien compte pour nos protégés ! 📋 Important : Pour venir rencontrer Alpha, vous devez obligatoirement être muni(e) d’un certificat d’engagement et de connaissance valide, signé depuis au moins 7 jours. Sans ce document, nous ne pourrons pas organiser de visite. 🐾 Alpha n’attend pas une famille parfaite. Il attend une famille prête à découvrir le chien merveilleux qu’il est, à respecter sa différence et à lui donner enfin sa chance. lundi, mercredi, jeudi13h30 – 16h30samedi14h00 – 17h00 Copyright © 2025. Tous droits réservés SPA de l’Yonne. Fais avec ♥️ par Au Service du Web

Size
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Age
Adult · 5 years
Location
🇫🇷Auxerre
Shelter
SPA de l
Living with Alpha
  • ✓Neutered
  • ✓Good with dogs
  • ✕Good with kids
Cared for by SPA de l · AuxerreLearn about Mixed Breed →

Listed 1 week ago

Bringing Alpha home

What you'll need for Alpha in week one.

Hand-picked · prices indicative

  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 Alpha

What life with Alpha looks like

Alpha is an adult mixed breed dog waiting at SPA de l in Auxerre.

An 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. Many refuges work with rescue transport partners for cross-border placements.

Auxerre, France — browse more dogs in France.

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. SPA de l 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 — SPA de l 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. Transport is usually a separate cost, so ask for the exact figure before you commit.
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 SPA de l 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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