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Mixed Breed · Unknown · Young · 1 year

Cooper is a young Drahthaar full of life born in April 2025, with a very expressive head and a pretty mustache that makes all its charm. Sociable and player, he gets along well with his congeners and appreciates interactions, whether with humans or other dogs. He is a sporty and energetic dog, who will need to spend every day to be well in his feet. Once its energy is channelled, Cooper knows how to be calm, gentle and close to humans. It will not suit a sedentary life: it needs an active and present home. Cooper will fully thrive through activities such as obedience games, tracking, sporting walks or hiking. Smart and volunteer, he likes to learn and share moments with his humans. Conversely, boredom and lack of stimulation could lead to undesirable behaviour, which is why we seek for him a family ready to offer him daily physical activity, a caring education, a structured framework with reassuring routines. With the right accompaniment, Cooper will become a great companion for a dynamic person or family wishing to invest in the relationship and activities with their dog.

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Cooper est un jeune Drahthaar plein de vie né en avril 2025 , à la tête très expressive et à la jolie moustache qui fait tout son charme. Sociable et joueur, il s’entend bien avec ses congénères et apprécie les interactions, que ce soit avec les humains ou les autres chiens. C’est un chien sportif et énergique, qui aura besoin de se dépenser chaque jour pour être bien dans ses pattes. Une fois son énergie canalisée, Cooper sait se montrer calme, doux et proche de l’humain. Il ne conviendra pas à une vie sédentaire : il a besoin d’un foyer actif et présent. Cooper s’épanouira pleinement à travers des activités comme les jeux d’obéissance, le pistage, les balades sportives ou la randonnée. Intelligent et volontaire, il aime apprendre et partager des moments avec ses humains. À l’inverse, l’ennui et le manque de stimulation pourraient entraîner des comportements indésirables, c’est pourquoi nous recherchons pour lui une famille prête à lui offrir de l’activité physique quotidienne ,une éducation bienveillante, un cadre structuré avec des routines rassurantes. Avec l’accompagnement adapté, Cooper deviendra un formidable compagnon pour une personne ou une famille dynamique souhaitant s’investir dans la relation et les activités avec leur chien.

Size
Age
Young · 1 year
Location
🇫🇷Salon-de-Provence
Shelter
SPA Salon-de-Provence
Living with Cooper
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Bringing Cooper home

What you'll need for Cooper 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 Cooper

What life with Cooper looks like

Cooper is a young adult mixed breed dog waiting at SPA Salon-de-Provence in Salon-de-Provence.

An 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 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 Cooper, answered.

How do I contact the shelter about Cooper?
Use the phone, email, or website link in the sidebar of this page. SPA Salon-de-Provence 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?
Yes, in most cases. Rescues across Europe routinely place animals abroad — SPA Salon-de-Provence 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 Cooper 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 Cooper 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 Salon-de-Provence 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.
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