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Ecko

Labrador Retriever · Male

Left: first divorce and second time due to education and financial issues The +: full of life; remains kind; loves his close world; playful; easy on walks The -: education needed; headstrong; guardian of his home Return from adoption after 5 months: no more means for educator; baby future; receiving other difficult person at home Hello, I'm Ecko the sacred rascal 😁 I'm a dog full of life, a real energy battery with a huge heart. I love to play, run, spend time with my human... being with you is what I love most in the world. I'm very close to my family, always ready for a walk, a game or just a cuddle moment. On walks, I'm rather easy to live with: I like to explore, smell, observe... but also come back to you with my good mood. At home, however, I take my role very seriously: I am a good guard and I protect my home with seriousness and rigor - It's in my nature, and I'm proud of it. I'm also a bit stubborn, I won't lie to you... but with a clear framework, patience and consistency, I can become an exceptional companion. I need a human who will accompany me, guide me and continue my education. A dog trainer would really be an asset to help me channel all my vitality and better handle certain situations, especially when there are visitors at home because I can be very, if not too protective, so I need to be reassured and structured in those moments. I have already known a first family that I loved very much, but they had to let me go after 5 months... They were expecting a baby and didn't have the means to give me the support I need - It's not anyone's fault, but today I'm looking for my true family for life. If you are active, present, ready to invest in my education and offer me a reassuring framework, then I promise you something: I will give you all my love, my joy of living and my unlimited loyalty ❤️ You've understood I'm waiting for my second chance and I hope that behind your screens you'll be the family that can give it to me. Breed story: Labrador: 55 to 62 cm for 25 to 36 kg; lifespan 10 to 12 years; calm; intelligent; kind; communicative; agile; trusting; gentle; 3 colors yellow chocolate black; from Newfoundland. Bully: 40 to 58 cm for 20 to 50 kg for XL; originating from the United States; lifespan 10 years; molosser; very affectionate; extremely loyal; does not tolerate loneliness well; stubborn; firm education; great patient;

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Passé: abandon 1er divorce et 2eme suite problème d’éducation et financier Le + : plein de vie ; reste gentil ; aime son monde proche ; joueur ; facile en promenade Le – : éducation à suivre ; têtu ; gardien de sa maison Retour d’adoption apres 5 mois : plus de moyen pour éducateur ; bébé avenir ; réception chez lui d’autre personne difficile Bonjour, moi c’est Ecko le sacré loustiquo 😁 Je suis un chien plein de vie, une vraie pile d’énergie avec un cœur énorme. J’adore jouer, courir, partager des moments avec mon humain… être avec vous, c’est ce que je préfère au monde. Je suis très proche de ma famille, toujours partant pour une balade, une partie de jeu ou simplement un moment câlin. En promenade, je suis plutôt facile à vivre : j’aime découvrir, sentir, observer… mais aussi revenir vers vous avec ma bonne humeur. À la maison, en revanche, je prends mon rôle très à cœur : je suis un bon gardien et je protège mon foyer avec sérieux et rigueur – C’est dans ma nature, et j’en suis fier. Je suis aussi un peu têtu, je ne vais pas vous mentir… mais avec un cadre clair, de la patience et de la cohérence, je peux devenir un compagnon exceptionnel. J’ai besoin d’un humain qui saura m’accompagner, me guider et continuer mon éducation. Un éducateur canin serait vraiment un plus pour m’aider à canaliser toute ma vitalité et mieux gérer certaines situations, surtout quand il y a des visiteurs à la maison car je peux être très voire trop protecteur, alors j’ai besoin d’être rassuré et cadré dans ces moments-là. J’ai déjà connu une première famille que j’aimais beaucoup, mais ils ont dû me laisser partir après 5 mois… Ils attendaient un bébé et n’avaient pas les moyens de m’offrir l’accompagnement dont j’ai besoin – Ce n’est la faute de personne, mais aujourd’hui, je cherche ma vraie famille pour la vie. Si vous êtes actif, présent, prêt à vous investir dans mon éducation et à m’offrir un cadre rassurant, alors je vous promets une chose : je vous donnerai tout mon amour, ma joie de vivre et ma fidélité sans limite ❤️ Vous l’aurez compris j’attends ma seconde chance et j’espère que derrière vos écrans vous serez la famille qui saura me la donner. Histoire de race : Labrador : de 55 à 62 cm pour 25 à 36 kg ; espérance de vie 10 à 12 ans ; Placide ; Intelligent ; gentil ; communicatif ; agile ; faisant confiance ; doux ; 3 couleurs jaune chocolat noir ; originaire de Terre neuve. Bully : de 40 à 58 cm pour 20 à 50 kg pour les XL ; originaire États-Unis ; espérance de vie 10 ans ; molosse ; très affectueux ; extrêmement fidèle ; supporte mal la solitude ; têtu ; éducation ferme ; grand patient ; tendre

Size
Medium
Age
Location
🇫🇷France
Shelter
SPA de l
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Bringing Ecko home

What you'll need for Ecko 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
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    Folding Wire Crate

    First-week safe space. Shelter dogs settle faster with a crate.

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    €50–80
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    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

    Worth the upgrade — rescues often have joint issues from kennels.

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    €30–60
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    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 Ecko

What life with Ecko looks like

Ecko is a medium-sized adult labrador retriever dog waiting at SPA de l in France.

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 Ecko, answered.

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