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Cane Corso · Male · Senior · 9 years

MURPHY arrived from a transfer from our area. MURPHY is a sensitive dog who shows defensiveness towards strangers, so it will take time to come around and build trust. MURPHY is deaf, having undergone an ablation of the auditory canals. However, it learns quickly and understands very well the gestures of those it trusts. It cannot be placed with children. MURPHY is sociable with other dogs of the same species but does not like cats. Come quickly to meet this endearing little guy who just wants to experience the warmth of a home.

Read original (fr)

Murphy est arrivé d’un transfert du refuge de Cabourg. Murphy est un chien sensible qui se montre sur la défensive avec les inconnus, il faudra donc prendre le temps de venir le rencontrer à plusieurs reprises pour qu’il prenne confiance. Murphy est un chien sourd, il a subit une ablation des conduits auditifs. Mais il apprend vite et comprend très bien la gestuelle des humains en qui il a confiance. Il ne pourra pas être placé avec des enfants. Murphy est sociable avec ses congénères mais n'aime pas les chats. Venez vite rencontrer ce touchant loulou qui ne demande qu'à connaitre la chaleur d'un foyer.

Size
Medium
Age
Senior · 9 years
Location
🇫🇷Orgeval
Shelter
SPA Orgeval
Living with MURPHY
  • Good with dogs
  • Good with cats
  • Good with kids
  • Has special needs
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Cared for by SPA Orgeval · OrgevalLearn about Cane Corso

Listed 2 months ago

Bringing MURPHY home

What you'll need for MURPHY 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
  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 MURPHY

What life with MURPHY looks like

MURPHY is a medium-sized senior cane corso dog waiting at SPA Orgeval in Orgeval.

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.

Note from the shelter: Deaf dog - has had auditory canal removal surgery. Requires visual communication and sign language training.

🇫🇷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.

Orgeval, France browse more dogs in France.

Frequently asked

Adopting MURPHY, answered.

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