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Boyka

Male

The dog was abandoned due to the owner's inability to properly care for it. Pros: big, calm, likes to play gently Cons: needs people around her, doesn't like loud noises Breed history: originates from Argentina; cousin of the boxer; 60-68 cm tall and weighs 35-50 kg Friendly; affectionate; loyal; playful; protective; hardy; low exercise needs; hunts large game; very interactive; great guardian; lifespan 14 years; robust but be aware of potential deafness.

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Passé: abandon suite incapacité de s’en occuper correctement Le + : grosse patate ; calme ; aime jouer doucement Le – : besoin de personnes sur d’elle ; aime pas les cris Histoire de race : originaire d’Argentine ; cousin du boxer ; 60 à 68 cm pour 35 à 50 kg ; Amical ; affectueux ; Loyal ; Enjoué ; protecteur ; endurant ; besoin faible en exercice ; chasseur de gros gibiers ; très demandeurs d’interaction ; très bon gardien ; espérance de vie 14 ans ; robuste mais attention à la surdité.

Size
Large
Age
—
Location
🇫🇷France
Shelter
SPA de l
Cared for by SPA de l · France
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Listed 2 days ago

Bringing Boyka home

What you'll need for Boyka 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
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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
  6. 06
    Safer than a collar

    Padded Y-Front Harness

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    €20–35

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About Boyka

What life with Boyka looks like

Boyka is a large adult dog waiting at SPA de l in France.

An adult dog fits most household rhythms once the first couple of weeks of adjustment pass. A larger dog like this one needs daily off-leash time when possible — a fenced yard or regular access to safe walking trails. 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 Boyka, answered.

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