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Athos

Mixed Breed · Male

Athos is a dog very close to humans, for whom human presence is essential to the point of sometimes running away to join her. A well-fenced garden will therefore be essential to ensure his safety. Sociable, he gets along well with cats as well as horses, and particularly enjoys the company of other canines. Athos is also a very pleasant dog on a leash, never pulling, making each outing calm and pleasant. Health-wise, Athos is fragile with his vertebrae, which will require particular attention and veterinary follow-up. A true adorable and endearing companion, Athos only aspires to be by his humans' side, in a loving and present home. Share this page on Facebook or X-Twitter Adopt a dog:

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Athos est un chien très proche de l'homme, pour qui la présence humaine est essentielle au point de pouvoir parfois fuguer pour la rejoindre. Un jardin bien clos sera donc indispensable pour assurer sa sécurité. Sociable, il s'entend bien avec les chats comme avec les chevaux, et apprécie tout particulièrement la compagnie de ses congénères canins. Athos est également un chien très agréable en laisse, qu'il ne tire jamais, rendant chaque sortie sereine et plaisante. Côté santé, Athos est fragile de sa colonne vertébrale, ce qui nécessitera une attention et un suivi vétérinaire particuliers. Véritable compagnon adorable et attachant, Athos n'aspire qu'à une chose : être auprès de ses humains, dans un foyer aimant et présent. Partager cette page sur facebook ou X-twitter Adopter un chien : ATHOS, chien BERGER BELGE MALINOIS male de 9 ans

Size
Small
Age
Location
🇫🇷Paris
Shelter
Fondation Brigitte Bardot
Living with Athos
  • Good with cats
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Bringing Athos home

What you'll need for Athos 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 Athos

What life with Athos looks like

Athos is a small adult mixed breed dog waiting at Fondation Brigitte Bardot in Paris.

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. Fees are typically €150–€300. Many refuges work with rescue transport partners for cross-border placements.

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Frequently asked

Adopting Athos, answered.

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