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Adopt ALPHA

Mixed Breed · Male · Senior · 10 years

Name0 arrived with Laïka in 2023, they were seized and placed at the shelter. They are now available for adoption. Name0 in a few words... Name0 is 9 years old. He is a very affectionate dog, an explosion of tenderness with people he is used to being around. He greatly enjoys exploring nature. Behaviors observed (at the shelter and on walks) At the shelter, Name0 really enjoys interacting with humans. In his enclosure or in the yard, he always covers the caretakers who look after him with cuddles. Name0 has great needs for outings. He is very durable and needs exploration. He is a very good dynamic walking companion in nature; curious, he likes discovering new places. Name0 is timid and does not always know how to react in certain situations but remains well connected to his walker. He has good listening skills and sometimes spontaneously seeks reassurance. He is a dog with potential.

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Alpha est arrivé avec Laïka en 2023, ils ont été saisis et placés au refuge. Ils peuvent désormais être proposés à l'adoption Alpha en quelques mots... Alpha a 9 ans. C'est un chien très affectueux, une explosion de tendresse avec les personnes qu'il a l'habitude de côtoyer. Il apprécie beaucoup les explorations dans la nature. Comportements observés (en refuge et en balade) Au refuge, Alpha apprécie beaucoup les interactions avec l'humain. En box ou au parc, il couvre systématiquement de câlins les soigneurs qui s'occupent de lui. Alpha a de grands besoins de sorties. Il est très endurant et a besoin d'exploration. C'est un très bon compagnon de marche dynamique dans la nature ; curieux, il aime découvrir de nouveaux endroits. Alpha est craintif et ne sait pas toujours comment réagir dans certaines situations mais il reste bien connecté à sa / son promeneur(se). Il a de bonnes capacités d'écoute et recherche parfois spontanément à être rassuré. C'est un chien avec du potentiel. Entent

Size
Age
Senior · 10 years
Location
🇫🇷France
Shelter
SPA de Saverne
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Listed 6 days ago

Bringing ALPHA home

What you'll need for ALPHA 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 ALPHA

What life with ALPHA looks like

ALPHA is a senior mixed breed dog waiting at SPA de Saverne in France.

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 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 Saverne 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 Saverne 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 SPA de Saverne 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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