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DOUNIA

Mixed Breed · Female · Adult · 6 years

Date of arrival: 14/05/2026 Crossbreed of braque and boxer DOUNIA is one of those dogs that touch you from the very first moments. Gentle, affectionate, and very close to humans, she naturally seeks contact and appreciates every moment of tenderness that can be offered to her. A caress, a glance, a few kind words… and there she is already ready to grant you all her trust. This lovely pup also has some basic training. She knows "sit" and, with enthusiasm, even offers her paw as if to say: "And when will I find my family?" DOUNIA also enjoys walks and playtime. Despite her size, which can make her a bit enthusiastic at first, walks are pleasant and she takes pleasure in sharing these moments with her human. With her other animals of the same species, DOUNIA appreciates respectful dogs who know to give her her space.

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Date entrée : 14/05/2026 Croisée braque boxer Dounia est de ces chiens qui vous touchent dès les premiers instants. Douce, affectueuse et très proche de l’humain, elle recherche naturellement le contact et apprécie chaque moment de tendresse que l’on peut lui offrir. Une caresse, un regard, quelques mots gentils… et la voilà déjà prête à vous accorder toute sa confiance. Cette jolie louloute possède également quelques bases d’éducation. Elle connaît le « assis » et, avec enthousiasme, vous offre même sa patte comme pour vous dire : « Et moi, quand est-ce que je trouve ma famille ? » Dounia aime aussi profiter des balades et des moments de jeu. Malgré son gabarit qui peut la rendre un peu enthousiaste au départ, les promenades sont agréables et elle prend plaisir à partager ces instants avec son humain. Avec ses congénères, Dounia apprécie les chiens respectueux qui savent lui laisser son espace. « Derrière les barreaux de mon box, j’attends simplement quelqu’un à aimer. » 💞💞💞 Dounia est de ces chiens qui vous touchent dès les premiers instants. Douce, affectueuse et très proche de l’humain, elle recherche naturellement le contact et apprécie chaque moment de tendresse que l’on peut lui offrir. Une caresse, un regard, quelques mots gentils… et la voilà déjà prête à vous accorder toute sa confiance. Cette jolie louloute possède également quelques bases d’éducation. Elle connaît le « assis » et, avec enthousiasme, vous offre même sa patte comme pour vous dire : « Et moi, quand est-ce que je trouve ma famille ? » Dounia aime aussi profiter des balades et des moments de jeu. Malgré son gabarit qui peut la rendre un peu enthousiaste au départ, les promenades sont agréables et elle prend plaisir à partager ces instants avec son humain. Avec ses congénères, Dounia apprécie les chiens respectueux qui savent lui laisser son espace. « Derrière les barreaux de mon box, j’attends simplement quelqu’un à aimer. » 💞💞💞

Size
Age
Adult · 6 years
Location
🇫🇷Poitiers
Shelter
SPA Poitiers
Cared for by SPA Poitiers · PoitiersLearn about Mixed Breed

Listed 2 months ago

Bringing DOUNIA home

What you'll need for DOUNIA 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 DOUNIA

What life with DOUNIA looks like

DOUNIA is a adult mixed breed dog waiting at SPA Poitiers in Poitiers.

An 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 DOUNIA, answered.

How do I contact the shelter about DOUNIA?
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 DOUNIA on TailHarbor so they know which animal you're asking about.
Can I adopt DOUNIA 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 DOUNIA 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 DOUNIA 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 DOUNIA 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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