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COOPER

Border Collie · Male · Young · 3 years

Gender: male Age: 2 years and 7 months Weight: 20 kg. Breed: Border Collie mix Origin: Spain Available for adoption in: Switzerland Current location: Andalusia, Spain, in a boarding facility at our expense Arrival upon adoption: Friday, May 15, 2026 Our dogs only travel outside of Spain when adopted. Before any , please read our Arrival Process, Terms and Adoption Fees, in the ADOPTER menu COOPER, a sensitive heart to tame Cooper is a beautiful Border Collie mix, approximately two years old, found alone near our partner's boarding facility in Spain. Without identification, no one to claim him, this gentle dog seemed to have gotten lost... or abandoned. We named him COOPER, a name that suits him perfectly: simple, gentle, and a bit of an adventurer. Behind his intense and intelligent gaze, typical of Border Collies, lies a dog still cautious around humans. We don't know his story, but we can obviously imagine that he has received little attention. COOPER is currently reserved, shy, and needs time to trust. For this reason, COOPER is not a "ready to go" dog: he will need a gentle, patient family ready to accompany him with kindness as he rediscovers the world. He gets along very well with other animals of the same species, and we think a home with another balanced dog would be ideal for him: a reassuring companion, able to show him the way, to share games, walks, and help him gain confidence. Adopting COOPER means embarking on a beautiful journey made of small steps, positive reinforcement, gentle training, and great rewards. It means seeing a dog gradually open up, gain confidence, and reveal all his gentleness. COOPER is still on the way, but it's a journey worth taking. His story: Found lost near our partner's boarding facility in Andalusia With people: With experience and gentleness Other dogs: Yes Children: We prefer to place COOPER in an environment without children for his peace of mind. Cats: Test upon request Special features: Our little COOPER is positive for Canine Leishmaniosis, and is under treatment. ******************************************** Leishmaniasis is a parasitic disease that can be frightening, but in reality: • many dogs live a perfectly normal life • with regular veterinary care • and appropriate treatment • this infection/illness is not contagious between dogs or from dog to human We know Leishmaniasis very well, several of our dogs have been adopted with this condition, and we regularly follow them up. We are able to inform you objectively and professionally, contact us. Adopter profile: Responsible people, committed, dedicated to the cause of adoption with a focus on the Border Collie breed. With patience and understanding, suitable living environment, with availability and presence. We will avoid an urban environment: COOPER will thrive better in the countryside or mountains, in a quiet place, with secure outdoor space, away from the noise and stress of the city. A home without young children will be preferable, in order to offer him a stable and peaceful living environment.

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Sexe : mâleÂge : 3 ans et 1 moisPoids : 17,920 Kg. Race : Mix Border CollierOrigine : EspagneDisponible à l’adoption pour : SuisseLieu actuel : Espagne Andalousie en pension à nos fraisArrivée en cas d’adoption : vendredi 20 novembre 2026 (soir - France voisine proche Genêve) Nos chiens ne voyagent hors d'Espagne que lorsqu'ils sont adoptés. Avant toute démarche d'adoption, merci de lire notre Processus des arrivées, Conditions et Frais d'adoption, dans le menu ADOPTER Description :Cooper attend sa famille depuis 2 ans, Cooper est un magnifique Border Collie croisé retrouvé seul non loin de la pension de notre partenaire en Espagne. Sans identification, sans personne pour le réclamer, ce doux chien semblait s’être égaré… ou abandonné. Nous l’avons nommé Cooper, un nom qui lui va à merveille : simple, doux et un brin aventurier.Derrière son regard intense et intelligent, typique des Border Collies, se cache un chien encore méfiant envers l’humain. On ne connait pas son histoire, mais nous pouvons évidement imaginé qu'on lui a apporté bien peu d'intérêt. Cooper pour l'instant reste réservé, timide, et a besoin de temps pour accorder sa confiance. Pour cette raison, Cooper n’est pas un chien « clé en main » : il aura besoin d’une famille douce, patiente, prête à l’accompagner avec bienveillance dans sa redécouverte du monde.Il s'entend très bien avec ses congénères, et nous pensons qu’un foyer avec un autre chien équilibré serait l’idéal pour lui : un autre compagnon rassurant, capable de lui montrer le chemin, de partager des jeux, des balades, et de l’aider à prendre confiance.Adopter Cooper, c’est s’engager dans une belle aventure faite de petits pas, de renforcement positif, d’éducation douce et de grandes récompenses. C’est voir un chien s’ouvrir peu à peu, gagner en confiance et révéler toute sa douceur.Cooper est encore en chemin, mais c’est un chemin qui en vaut la peine.Histoire : Retrouvé perdu à côté de notre pension partenaire Andalousie le 22.09.2024Avec les humains : Avec expérience et douceurCongénères : OuiEnfants : Nous préférons placer Cooper dans un environnement sans enfants pour sa sérénité.Chats : Test sur demandeSignes particuliers : Cooper est positif à la Leishmaniose canine, il est sous traitement et devra être suivi toute sa vie. La Leishmaniose n'est pas contagieuse et avec un traitement et un suivi régulier (coordonné par l'association) il pourra avoir une vie normale. Afin de soutenir cette adoption particulière pour nous, nous placerons Cooper avec des frais d'adoption minimaux de CHF 150.00. Si votre coeur bat pour Cooper, contactez nous nous vous expliquerons ce qu'implique cette maladie parasite et son suivi.Profil adoptant : Personnes responsables, engagées, acquises à la cause de l’adoption avec un plus sur la race du Border Collier. Avec patience et compréhension, contexte d’habitation adapté, avec disponibilité et présence. Nous éviterons un environnement urbain : Cooper s’épanouira bien mieux à la campagne ou à la montagne, dans un lieu calme, avec de l’espace extérieur sécurisé, loin de l’agitation et des bruits stressants de la ville. Un foyer sans jeunes enfants sera préférable, afin de lui offrir un cadre de vie stable et apaisant.Conditions d'adoptionDemande d’adoptionKIMIChien suivant

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Age

Young · 3 years

Location

🇨🇭Lausanne (VD)

Shelter

Association Coeurs de Chiens

Living with COOPER

✕Good with kids

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About COOPER

What life with COOPER looks like

COOPER is a young adult border collie dog waiting at Association Coeurs de Chiens in Lausanne (VD).

A young adult dog fits most household rhythms once the first couple of weeks of adjustment pass. Two reasonable walks a day plus play time is usually enough. Plan a "decompression fortnight" — quiet routine, no visitors, no off-leash adventures — to let them settle.

🇨🇭Adopting from Switzerland

Swiss shelters require a home visit (Platzkontrolle) and proof of suitable accommodation. Cantons each have their own additional dog-keeping requirements (e.g. SKN training in some areas). Many animals leave sterilized and chipped, but confirm with the shelter.

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Frequently asked

Adopting COOPER, answered.

How do I contact the shelter about COOPER?: Use the "View on shelter website" button on this page, which takes you to the shelter's own page. Association Coeurs de Chiens handles screening and the adoption contract directly — TailHarbor doesn't broker the conversation. When you reach out, mention you saw COOPER on TailHarbor so they know which animal you're asking about.
Can I adopt COOPER if I live in another country?: Often, but it depends on the shelter and the countries involved. Some rescues place animals abroad and some only adopt out locally, so ask Association Coeurs de Chiens whether they will for COOPER, what they require (EU pet passport, rabies titer, transport coordination) and whether they handle transport themselves or refer you to a partner. Transport is usually a separate cost, so ask for the exact figure before you commit.
Is COOPER already vetted, vaccinated, and chipped?: TailHarbor has no vaccination, microchip or sterilization details for COOPER. The adoption fee, and what it covers, is set by Association Coeurs de Chiens, so confirm with them what is included (vaccinations, microchip, sterilization, paperwork) and ask about specific vaccines, recent bloodwork or chronic conditions.
What happens if COOPER isn't the right fit?: Many rescues take an animal back if an adoption doesn't work, but policies differ, so ask Association Coeurs de Chiens about its return policy before you adopt. If things aren't working, talk it through with them early rather than rehoming privately; they know COOPER 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.