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Husky · Male · Senior · 9 years

After 1.5 years of adoption, BALTO is unfortunately back at the shelter. BALTO is a large, fearful dog towards humans and is uncomfortable in an unfamiliar environment. BALTO will need adopters who are patient, understanding, and willing to invest time to help BALTO build confidence and progress. Knowledge of calming signals and support from a canine trainer would be beneficial in better understanding BALTO. We are seeking adopters for BALTO who do not have children and live in a house in the countryside. A balanced dog in the household will be necessary to reassure BALTO and help it evolve. This animal is not suitable for homes with young children.

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Après 1 an et demi d'adoption, Balto est malheureusement de retour au refuge. Balto est un grand craintif des humains et peu à l'aise dans un environnement inconnu. Il aura besoin d'adoptants patients, compréhensifs et prêts à s'investir pour aider Balto à prendre confiance et à évoluer. Les connaissances des signaux d'apaisements et un accompagnement par un éducateur canin seraient un plus pour mieux le comprendre. Nous recherchons pour Balto des adoptants sans enfants, vivant en maison à la campagne. Un (ou plusieurs) chien équilibré dans le foyer sera nécessaire pour rassurer Balto et l'aider à évoluer.

Size
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Age
Senior · 9 years
Location
🇫🇷Tours
Shelter
SPA Tours (Luynes)
Living with BALTO
  • ✕Good with kids
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Bringing BALTO home

What you'll need for BALTO 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 BALTO

What life with BALTO looks like

BALTO is a senior husky dog waiting at SPA Tours (Luynes) in Tours.

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 BALTO, answered.

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