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Alpha

Male · Young · 1 year

At just 1 year old, Alpha is a gorgeous Dutch Shepherd brimming with energy and enthusiasm. Energetic, playful, and always up for an activity, he loves sharing moments of closeness and companionship with humans. Extremely loyal and deeply devoted, Alpha forms a strong bond with those who trust him. Beneath his exuberant energy lies a lovable, intelligent dog who’s eager to commit himself fully to his future family. Still very young, Alpha has much to learn. He’s discovering the world, the rules of family life, and proper behavior. He’ll need a clear, consistent, and compassionate framework, as well as positive training that will help him grow into a balanced and fulfilled dog. The Dutch Shepherd is a lively and intelligent breed—Alpha will need both physical exercise and mental stimulation to fully realize his potential.

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À seulement 1 an, Alpha est un magnifique Berger Hollandais débordant d'énergie et d'enthousiasme. Dynamique, joueur et toujours partant pour une activité, il adore partager des moments de complicité avec les humains. Très fidèle et profondément loyal, Alpha crée un lien fort avec les personnes qui lui accordent leur confiance. Derrière son énergie se cache un chien attachant, intelligent et prêt à s'investir auprès de sa future famille. Encore très jeune, Alpha a tout à apprendre. Il découvre le monde, les règles de la vie en famille et les bons comportements. Il aura besoin d'un cadre clair, cohérent et bienveillant, ainsi que d'une éducation positive qui lui permettra de devenir un chien équilibré et épanoui. Le Berger Hollandais est une race vive et intelligente : Alpha aura besoin de dépenses physiques, mais aussi de stimulations mentales pour exprimer tout son potentiel.

Size
Age
Young · 1 year
Location
🇫🇷Ales
Shelter
Vallerargues)
Cared for by Vallerargues) · Ales

Listed 4 months 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 young adult dog waiting at Vallerargues) in Ales.

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.

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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. Vallerargues) 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 — Vallerargues) 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 Vallerargues) 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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