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BELLA (URGENT cherche FA)

Labrador Retriever · Female · Senior · 14 years

This sweet, gentle louloute is looking for a loving home to enjoy her retirement years. She is sweet, affectionate, and very endearing, and she doesn't ask for much: a comfortable bed, some quiet walks, and lots of affection. ❤️ BELLA is waiting for you to make her happy. ️ ️ ️

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Date entrée : 23/04/2026 Cette gentille louloute âgée cherche un foyer rempli d’amour pour profiter de ses années de retraite. Douce, câline et très attachante, elle ne demande pas grand-chose : un panier confortable, quelques promenades tranquilles et beaucoup d’affection. ❤️ BELLA n’attend plus que vous pour être heureuse. ️ ️ ️

Size
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Age
Senior · 14 years
Location
🇫🇷Poitiers
Shelter
SPA Poitiers
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Bringing BELLA (URGENT cherche FA) home

What you'll need for BELLA (URGENT cherche FA) in week one.

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    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
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    Legal · EU

    Car Seatbelt Tether

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    €8–12
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    Adaptil Calming Spray

    Dog-specific pheromone diffuser. Worth it for the trip home.

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    €18–25
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    Orthopaedic Dog Bed

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    €30–60
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    Safer than a collar

    Padded Y-Front Harness

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    €20–35

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About BELLA (URGENT cherche FA)

What life with BELLA (URGENT cherche FA) looks like

BELLA (URGENT cherche FA) is a senior labrador retriever dog waiting at SPA Poitiers in Poitiers.

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.

Poitiers, France — browse more dogs in France.

Frequently asked

Adopting BELLA (URGENT cherche FA), answered.

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