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Emma

Mixed Breed · Female

Alvia, La Voix Des Animaux Her story: a painful past, a bright future Emma, this magnificent 16 kg sweetheart, carries the scars of a past that no one should ever have to know. Found lying on the road, she had been violently struck and was unable to walk. Her battered body bore witness to unbearable cruelty. But Emma is a fighter. Thanks to intensive care and the unconditional love of those who rescued her, she regained the use of her legs, step by step, with admirable determination. Her road to recovery did not stop there. Emma had to face another formidable ordeal: a Sticker sarcoma. She underwent chemotherapy sessions, heavy and grueling treatments. Yet once again, her inner strength prevailed. Emma pulled through, proving to everyone her incredible resilience and her will to live. Her character: shy gentleness and a pure heart Despite everything she has been through, Emma has kept an endless sweetness. At first glance, she can seem shy and a little reserved. Her past has made her fearful of the unknown, and she sometimes urinates out of fear if she is startled. It is a reaction that reflects the depth of her trauma, but also her sensitivity. Once she feels safe, however, Emma reveals herself to be a dog of rare tenderness. She is gentle, affectionate, and only wants to give and receive love. Her compatibility: an ideal companion for everyone Emma is a sociable and well-balanced dog. She gets along perfectly with children, showing exemplary patience and kindness. She is also very comfortable with her fellow animals, whether dogs or cats. Her ability to adapt to different animal companions makes her an ideal companion for a household that already includes pets, or for those who wish to grow their family in the future. Her ideal home: serenity away from the commotion For Emma, the ideal home

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Son Histoire : un passé douloureux, un avenir lumineux Emma, cette magnifique louloute de 16 kilos, porte en elle les cicatrices d'un passé que personne ne devrait jamais connaître. Retrouvée gisant sur la route, elle avait été violemment frappée, incapable de marcher. Son corps meurtri témoignait d'une cruauté insoutenable. Mais Emma est une battante. Grâce à des soins intensifs et à l'amour inconditionnel de ceux qui l'ont secourue, elle a retrouvé l'usage de ses pattes, pas à pas, avec une détermination admirable. Son chemin vers la guérison ne s'est pas arrêté là. Emma a dû affronter une autre épreuve redoutable : un sarcome de Sticker. Elle a subi des séances de chimiothérapie, des traitements lourds et éprouvants. Pourtant, une fois de plus, sa force intérieure a triomphé. Emma s'en est sortie, prouvant à tous sa résilience incroyable et sa soif de vivre. ​ Son caractère : une douceur timide et un cœur pur Malgré les épreuves, Emma a conservé une douceur infinie. Au premier abord, elle peut se montrer timide, un peu réservée. Son passé l'a rendue craintive face à l'inconnu, et il lui arrive de faire pipi de peur si elle est surprise. C'est une réaction qui témoigne de la profondeur de ses traumatismes, mais aussi de sa sensibilité. Cependant, une fois qu'elle se sent en confiance, Emma se révèle être une chienne d'une tendresse rare. Elle est douce, affectueuse, et ne demande qu'à donner et recevoir de l'amour. ​ Ses ententes : une compagne idéale pour tous Emma est une chienne sociable et équilibrée. Elle s'entend parfaitement avec les enfants, faisant preuve d'une patience et d'une gentillesse exemplaires. Elle est également très à l'aise avec ses congénères, qu'ils soient chiens ou chats. Sa capacité à s'adapter à différentes présences animales en fait une compagne idéale pour un foyer déjà composé, ou pour ceux qui souhaitent agrandir leur famille à l'avenir. ​ Son foyer idéal : la sérénité loin du tumulte Pour Emma, le foyer idéal est un havre de paix, lo

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🇫🇷France
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Alvia La Voix Des Animaux
Living with Emma
  • ✓Good with kids
Cared for by Alvia La Voix Des Animaux · FranceLearn about Mixed Breed →

Listed 1 month ago

Bringing Emma home

What you'll need for Emma 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
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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 Emma

What life with Emma looks like

Emma is an adult mixed breed dog waiting at Alvia La Voix Des Animaux 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. Many refuges work with rescue transport partners for cross-border placements.

France, France — browse more dogs in France.

Frequently asked

Adopting Emma, answered.

How do I contact the shelter about Emma?
Use the phone, email, or website link in the sidebar of this page. Alvia La Voix Des Animaux handles screening and the adoption contract directly — TailHarbor doesn't broker the conversation. When you reach out, mention you saw Emma on TailHarbor so they know which animal you're asking about.
Can I adopt Emma if I live in another country?
Yes, in most cases. Rescues across Europe routinely place animals abroad — Alvia La Voix Des Animaux 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. Transport is usually a separate cost, so ask for the exact figure before you commit.
Is Emma 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 Emma 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 Alvia La Voix Des Animaux early rather than rehoming privately; they know Emma 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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