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Mixed Breed · Male · Senior · 9 years

Iron is a dynamic, affectionate, sociable dog who gets along with all humans, even the smallest ones. He is very loving, playful, and close to his family; he will do anything to please you. Indoors, he is clean and not destructive, but this big eater tends to eat what is in his litter when he is alone. On walks, he does not know how to handle encounters with other animals of the same species. However, he lives and accepts perfectly the animals in his home (dogs, cats, chickens). Iron is looking for a calm environment with a garden and without excessive agitation where he can enjoy the presence of humans available for long play and cuddle sessions. Adoption fee 270€ including identification, sterilization, first vaccination, internal and external deworming. Contact us at [phone number] if you would like to offer him the safe and loving home he needs. Ok dogs of the house Ok cats of the house, may be abrupt Weight: 34 kilograms Click here, adoption questionnaire There is love in the air In this month dedicated to the heart, staff and volunteers have thought of a tender gesture to highlight the animal they would have chosen to love for life, if they had had the possibility. « Iron, a seducer with incredible charm and perfect mane will melt all hearts. Seeks family for long play and cuddle sessions. »

Read original (fr)

Iron est un chien dynamique, attachant, sociable avec tous les humains même les plus petits.Il est très affectueux, joueur,proche de sa famille, il fera tout pour vous satisfaire.En intérieur il est propre et non destructeur mais ce grand gourmand a tendance à manger ce qui est à sa portée lorsqu’il est seul.En balade il ne sait pas gérer les rencontres avec ses congénères. En revanche, il vit et accepte parfaitement les animaux de son foyer (chiens, chats, poules).Iron recherche un environnement calme avec jardin et sans agitation excessive où il pourra profiter d’humains présents et disponibles pour de longues séances de jeux et de câlins. Frais d’adoption 270€ comprenant l’identification, la castration, la primo vaccination, les antiparasitaires internes et externes Contactez nous au 05.62.05.15.90 si vous avez envie de lui offrir ce foyer sécurisant et aimant dont il a besoin Ok chiens de la maison Ok chats de la maison, peut être brusque Poids : 34 kilos Cliquez ici, questionnaire de pré-adoption Il y a de l’amour dans l’air En ce mois placé sous le signe du cœur, agents et bénévoles ont imaginé une tendre attention pour mettre en lumière l’animal qu’ils auraient choisi d’aimer pour la vie, s’ils en avaient eu la possibilité. « Iron, un séducteur au charme fou et à la crinière impeccable saura faire fondre tous les cœurs. Cherche famille pour de longues séances de jeux et de câlins. »Lorenzo

Size
Age
Senior · 9 years
Location
🇫🇷France
Shelter
SPA du Gers
Living with Iron
  • Vaccinated
  • Neutered
  • Good with dogs
  • Good with cats
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Listed 2 weeks ago

Bringing Iron home

What you'll need for Iron 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 Iron

What life with Iron looks like

Iron is a senior mixed breed dog waiting at SPA du Gers in France.

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.

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Frequently asked

Adopting Iron, answered.

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