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Lucky

Australian Shepherd · Male · Senior · 11 years

Lucky is an adorable 10-year-old Australian Shepherd with a gentle gaze. He arrived at the shelter in a state of health that was a concern, but now he is receiving all the care he needs and slowly regaining his strength. Despite his past, Lucky has not lost any of his kindness. He is a calm, affectionate dog who enjoys moments of tenderness as well as quiet walks. All he asks for is a family that will finally give him the love and attention he deserves. At his age, Lucky simply dreams of a warm home where he can enjoy a peaceful retirement surrounded by caring people. House or apartment Sociable with other dogs ‍can live with respectful Children Lucky is waiting for just one thing: a family to write the best chapter in his life. Come meet him; this kind old man still has so much love to give.

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Lucky est un adorable Berger Australien de 10 ans au regard rempli de douceur. Arrivé au refuge dans un état de santé préoccupant, il profite désormais de tous les soins dont il a besoin et retrouve peu à peu la forme. Malgré son passé, Lucky n’a rien perdu de sa gentillesse. C’est un chien calme, affectueux et proche de l’humain, qui apprécie les moments de tendresse autant que les promenades tranquilles. Il ne demande qu’une chose : une famille qui lui offrira enfin l’amour et l’attention qu’il mérite. À son âge, Lucky rêve simplement d’un foyer chaleureux où il pourra profiter d’une retraite paisible, entouré de personnes bienveillantes. Maison ou appartement Sociable avec les autres chiens ‍‍‍ pourra vivre avec des Enfants respectueux Lucky n’attend plus qu’une famille pour écrire le plus beau chapitre de sa vie. Venez le rencontrer, ce gentil papy a encore énormément d’amour à donner.

Size
Age
Senior · 11 years
Location
🇫🇷Compiègne
Shelter
SPA Compiègne
Living with Lucky
  • Good with dogs
  • Good with kids
Cared for by SPA Compiègne · CompiègneLearn about Australian Shepherd

Listed 5 days ago

Bringing Lucky home

What you'll need for Lucky in week one.

Hand-picked · prices indicative

  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 Lucky

What life with Lucky looks like

Lucky is a senior australian shepherd dog waiting at SPA Compiègne in Compiègne.

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.

Compiègne, France browse more dogs in France.

Frequently asked

Adopting Lucky, answered.

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