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CHIPIE

Mixed Breed · Female · Senior · 9 years

After being placed for several months, CHIPIE is back at the shelter, and she did nothing to deserve it... CHIPIE is a kind dog, rather calm, but with her own character. She is rather independent but can be affectionate and loving when she feels comfortable. CHIPIE is not compatible with cats. She does not like the contact with other animals of the same species. CHIPIE is a little Grandma who needs patience, calmness, and love, ... well.

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Après avoir été placée plusieurs mois, Chipie est de retour au refuge, et elle n'a rien fait pour mériter ça... Chipie est une gentille chienne, plutôt calme, mais qui a son caractère. Elle est plutôt indépendante mais sait se montrer affectueuse et câline lorsqu'elle se sent à l'aise. Chipie n'est pas compatible avec les chats. Elle n'apprécie pas le contact de ses congénères. Chipie est une petite Mamie qui demande de la patience, du calme, et de l'amour, ... enfin.

Size
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Age
Senior · 9 years
Location
🇫🇷Troyes
Shelter
SPA Troyes
Living with CHIPIE
  • ✓Microchipped
  • ✓Good with cats
Cared for by SPA Troyes · TroyesLearn about Mixed Breed →
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Listed 5 months ago

Bringing CHIPIE home

What you'll need for CHIPIE in week one.

Hand-picked · prices indicative

  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

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    €20–35

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About CHIPIE

What life with CHIPIE looks like

CHIPIE is a senior mixed breed dog waiting at SPA Troyes in Troyes.

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.

Troyes, France — browse more dogs in France.

Frequently asked

Adopting CHIPIE, answered.

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