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Mixed Breed · Female · Adult · 8 years

JADE is a shepherd cross, arriving from the islands. Totally scared upon arrival, JADE is now a sweet little one when she feels at ease. On the defensive when stressed or unfamiliar (JADE needs time to build trust, and this trust can only be established if respected and understood). She greatly enjoys walks, treats (yay for knackis!), and loves playing, especially with balls, but is not immune to the charm of "puff-puff" toys. She remains a very sensitive dog who will need a gentle, calm, and patient family. She seeks a family without other animals and without children. JADE is eligible for the Foster Family Program, as she has degenerative rear-leg/back pain. She must live in a single-level home with a well-fenced yard. This animal is not suitable for homes with young children. This animal needs to be the only pet in the home.

Read original (fr)

Jade est une croisée berger, arrivée des îles. Totalement apeurée lors de son arrivée, Jade est désormais une nenette très attachante quand elle est en confiance. Sur la défensive lorsqu'elle stresse ou ne connait pas (Jade a besoin de temps pour accorder sa confiance, et cette confiance ne pourra s'établir que si on la respecte et la comprend). Elle apprécie fortement les balades, les friandises (vive les knackis!) et adore jouer, surtout avec les balles, mais n'est pas insensible au charme des jouets "pouets pouets". Elle reste toutefois une chienne très sensible qui aura besoin d'une famille douce, calme et patiente. Elle recherche une famille sans autres animaux et sans enfants. Jade est éligible au système de Famille d'Accueil Définitive, car celle-ci a des douleurs dégénératives à l'arrière-train / dos. Elle devra vivre en maison de plein pied, avec jardin bien clôturé.

Size
Age
Adult · 8 years
Location
🇫🇷Thionville
Shelter
SPA Thionville
Living with JADE
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Listed 1 month ago

Bringing JADE home

What you'll need for JADE 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
  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 JADE

What life with JADE looks like

JADE is a adult mixed breed dog waiting at SPA Thionville in Thionville.

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 JADE, answered.

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