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Malcolm

Mixed Breed · Male · Senior · 10 years

Malcolm is a recently arrived male German Shepherd who is currently being observed for behavioral issues. He is not yet categorized as friendly with cats or other dogs. Malcolm is a medium to large-sized dog and is suitable for a home with a securely fenced garden.

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Accueil Malcolm Catégories : chien, moyen-grand DescriptionInformations complémentaires Malcolm est arrivé récemment au refuge, son comportement est en cours d'observation. Informations complémentaires Sexe Mâle Origine Race reconnue Race Berger allemand Né en novembre 2016 Date d'arrivée au refuge juillet 2026 Identification 250268712557430 Entente chats Non Taille Grand Catégorie Non catégorisé Enfants Pas d’enfants en bas âge, oui adolescent Entente chiens Ne s'entend pas avec les autres chiens Conditions de vie Maison avec jardin très bien clos Produits similaires Nousse Chico Princesse

Size
Large
Age
Senior · 10 years
Location
🇫🇷Nantes
Shelter
SPA de Loire Atlantique
Living with Malcolm
  • ✕Good with dogs
  • ✕Good with kids
Cared for by SPA de Loire Atlantique · NantesLearn about Mixed Breed →
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Listed 1 week ago

Bringing Malcolm home

What you'll need for Malcolm 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
    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
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    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 Malcolm

What life with Malcolm looks like

Malcolm is a large senior mixed breed dog waiting at SPA de Loire Atlantique in Nantes.

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.

Nantes, France — browse more dogs in France.

Frequently asked

Adopting Malcolm, answered.

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