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Mixed Breed · Male · Senior · 9 years

balou is a gentle mixed-breed Belgian Shepherd, he came from a pound and we don't know his past. He is very gentle, calm, affectionate, and playful (especially with balls). He is in SOS (due to his age) to find him a retirement basket with all the comfort and warmth of a loving family. He has very good manners! and he is housebroken. balou does not get along with other animals of the same species or with cats. He can live in a house or an apartment with respectful children without any issues. For more information, :

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Balou est un gentil croisé Malinois, il arrive de fourrière et nous ne connaissons pas son passé. Il se montre très doux, calme, très câlin et joueur (surtout avec les ballons). Il est en SOS (dû à son âge) pour lui trouver un panier retraite avec tout le confort et la chaleur d'une famille aimante. Il a une très bonne éducation ! et il est propre. Balou ne s'entend pas avec ses congénères ni avec les chats. Il peut vivre en maison ou en appartement avec des enfants respectueux sans soucis. Pour plus de renseignements, n'hésitez pas à nous contacter par mail : ou à venir le rencontrer au refuge durant nos

Size
Large
Age
Senior · 9 years
Location
🇫🇷De Marsan
Shelter
SPA Mont-de-Marsan
Living with balou
  • Good with kids
  • Has special needs
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Bringing balou home

What you'll need for balou 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
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    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 balou

What life with balou looks like

balou is a large senior mixed breed dog waiting at SPA Mont-de-Marsan in De Marsan.

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.

Note from the shelter: Senior dog needing urgent adoption

🇫🇷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.

De Marsan, France browse more dogs in France.

Frequently asked

Adopting balou, answered.

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