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LEÏKA

American Staffordshire Terrier · Female · Senior · 11 years

LEÏKA is a sweet little one who is very close to the people she knows and can be a bit wary of strangers. Full of energy and joy, she's a real whirlwind of good spirits. As for her compatibility, she won't be able to cohabit with dogs but will need to be evaluated on a case-by-case basis for cats. Following an operation for a herniated disc, her back will remain fragile for life: therefore, ball games or jumping should be avoided. To alleviate her arthritis, a monthly injection of Librela will be necessary. Leika is eligible for a permanent foster family placement. She is a category 2 dog, with specific legislation and mandatory muzzle wear. Come meet her quickly; she's waiting for her forever family!

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Leïka est une louloute très proche des personnes qu'elle connait et peut se montrer un peu méfiante avec les inconnus. Pleine d'énergie et de joie de vivre c'est un véritable tourbillon de bonne humeur. Pour ce qui est de ses ententes, elle ne pourra pas cohabiter avec des chiens mais pour les chats ce sera à évaluer au cas par cas. Suite à une opération d'une hernie discale, son dos restera fragile à vie : les jeux de balle ou de sauts sont donc à éviter. Pour soulager son arthrose, une injection mensuelle de Librela sera à faire tous les mois. Leika est éligible au placement en famille d'accueil définitive. Chienne de catégorie 2, législation spécifique et port de la muselière obligatoire. Venez vite la rencontrer elle attend sa famille pour la vie !

Size
Age
Senior · 11 years
Location
🇫🇷Tours
Shelter
SPA Tours (Luynes)
Living with LEÏKA
  • Good with dogs
  • Good with cats
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Listed 2 months ago

Bringing LEÏKA home

What you'll need for LEÏKA in week one.

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    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
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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
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    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 LEÏKA

What life with LEÏKA looks like

LEÏKA is a senior american staffordshire terrier dog waiting at SPA Tours (Luynes) in Tours.

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 LEÏKA, answered.

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