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Border Collie · Male · Senior · 12 years

My story: Here is Jeff, a 12-year-old border collie mix. He came to the shelter due to his owner's hospitalization. He has lived tied up for about ten years and therefore does not know much. My character: Despite his background, he is a very affectionate and lively dog. Jeff is very affectionate and cuddly with humans. Likes/Dislikes: He gets along well with cats and is also okay with other dogs. If there is already a dog at home, the meeting must take place at the shelter to test compatibility. He can go to a family with children, even though he may appear rough during playtime. Jeff loves playing with a ball and is also a big eater. He has a heart murmur that will require treatment for the rest of his life. The association will cover this treatment.

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Mon histoire : Voici Jeff,un croisé border collie de 12 ans.Il est arrivé au refuge suite à l’hospitalisation de sa propriétaire.Il a vécu une dizaine d’année à l’attache et ne connaît donc pas grand chose. Mon caractère : Malgré son passif c’est un chien très attachant et plein de vie.Jeff est un chien très affectueux et câlin avec les humains. J'aime / J'aime pas : Il s’entend bien avec les chats et il est également ok avec les chiens.Si un chien est déjà présent domicile,la rencontre devra se faire au refuge pour tester la compatibilité.Il pourra partir dans une famille avec des enfants même si il pourra se montrer brusque dans les moments de jeux.Jeff adore jouer à la balle et est aussi un gros gourmand.Il est atteint d’un souffle cardiaque qui nécessitera un traitement jusqu’à la fin de sa vie.Celui ci sera prit en charge par l’association.

Size
Age
Senior · 12 years
Location
🇫🇷France
Shelter
APAA Trégrom
Living with Jeff
  • Vaccinated
  • Neutered
  • Microchipped
  • Good with kids
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Listed 1 month ago

Bringing Jeff home

What you'll need for Jeff 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 Jeff

What life with Jeff looks like

Jeff is a senior border collie dog waiting at APAA Trégrom 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 Jeff, answered.

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