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Gribouille

Female · Senior · 14 years

Gribouille Rescue: At 14 years old, Mamie Gribouille arrived at the shelter after being evicted by her owner, who unfortunately was unable to take her back. Upon arrival, Gribouille was in a state that required care. However, our little grandmother is slowly recovering. Due to skin problems, Gribouille will need a hypoallergenic diet. Very affectionate and close to humans, she is still in good shape despite her 14 years. She enjoys her little walks and gets along with her fellow dogs.

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GRIBOUILLE SAUVETAGE: À 14 ans, Mamie Gribouille est arrivée au refuge suite à l’expulsion de son propriétaire, qui n’a malheureusement pas pu la récupérer par la suite. À son arrivée, Gribouille était dans un état qui nécessitait qu’on prenne soin d’elle. Mais depuis, notre petite mamie se remet doucement. Suite à des problèmes de peau, Gribouille aura besoin d’une alimentation hypoallergénique. Très affectueuse et proche de l’humain, elle est encore bien en forme malgré ses 14 ans. Elle apprécie ses petites balades et s’entend avec ses congénères.

Size
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Age
Senior · 14 years
Location
🇫🇷Clermont-Ferrand
Shelter
APA63 Clermont-Ferrand
Cared for by APA63 Clermont-Ferrand · Clermont-Ferrand

Listed 2 weeks ago

Bringing Gribouille home

What you'll need for Gribouille 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
  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
  6. 06
    Safer than a collar

    Padded Y-Front Harness

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    €20–35

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About Gribouille

What life with Gribouille looks like

Gribouille is a senior dog waiting at APA63 Clermont-Ferrand in Clermont-Ferrand.

Senior dogs settle in faster than younger ones. They want a soft bed, predictable meals, and short, sniff-heavy walks rather than runs. Many senior rescues bond deeply within weeks because they understand exactly how good a stable home is. Expect occasional vet visits for joint or dental care.

🇫🇷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.

Clermont-Ferrand, France — browse more dogs in France.

Frequently asked

Adopting Gribouille, answered.

How do I contact the shelter about Gribouille?
Use the phone, email, or website link in the sidebar of this page. APA63 Clermont-Ferrand handles screening and the adoption contract directly — TailHarbor doesn't broker the conversation. When you reach out, mention you saw Gribouille on TailHarbor so they know which animal you're asking about.
Can I adopt Gribouille if I live in another country?
Yes, in most cases. Rescues across Europe routinely place animals abroad — APA63 Clermont-Ferrand 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 Gribouille 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 Gribouille 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 APA63 Clermont-Ferrand early rather than rehoming privately; they know Gribouille 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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