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Male · Senior · 12 years

At 12 years old, JOHNNY is a adorable grand-dad dog full of energy and good spirits! Always cheerful, he greets each moment of the day with enthusiasm and a big canine smile. What he loves most? Scratches, cuddles, and the presence of humans he adores. JOHNNY is an extremely gentle and charming dog who seeks out contact and simply enjoys being near those he loves. Despite his age, he still has plenty of pep and fully enjoys life. His joie de vivre is contagious and melts all who cross his path. JOHNNY also shares a very strong bond with his faithful companion Fifi, whom he has known for many years. A true great uncle, he watches over him with tenderness and their beautiful complicity is a joy to see.

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Du haut de ses 12 ans, Johnny est un adorable papi chien qui déborde encore d’énergie et de bonne humeur ! Toujours content, il accueille chaque moment de la journée avec enthousiasme et un grand sourire canin. Ce qu’il aime par-dessus tout ? Les gratouilles, les câlins et la présence des humains qu’il affectionne. Johnny est un chien extrêmement gentil et attachant, qui recherche volontiers le contact et apprécie simplement d’être près de ceux qu’il aime. Malgré son âge, il a encore la pêche et profite pleinement de la vie. Sa joie de vivre est communicative et fait fondre tous ceux qui croisent son chemin. Johnny partage également un lien très fort avec son fidèle compagnon Fifi, qu’il connaît depuis de nombreuses années. Véritable super tonton, il veille sur lui avec douceur et leur belle complicité fait plaisir à voir.

Size
Age
Senior · 12 years
Location
🇫🇷Vannes
Shelter
SPA Vannes
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Cared for by SPA Vannes · Vannes

Listed 1 week ago

Bringing JOHNNY home

What you'll need for JOHNNY 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
  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

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    €20–35

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About JOHNNY

What life with JOHNNY looks like

JOHNNY is a senior dog waiting at SPA Vannes in Vannes.

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 JOHNNY, answered.

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