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Cane Corso · Female · Senior · 9 years

NALA arrived at our shelter last June, accompanied by her daughter Oris, following an investigation. At first glance, NALA may seem a bit shy… But fear not: it takes only a little time and tenderness for her to reveal her true self. Behind this reserve lies a adorable, dynamic, and lively dog who loves human contact as soon as she feels valued and protected.

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Nala est arrivée au refuge en juin dernier, aux côtés de sa fille Oris, à la suite d’une enquête. Au premier abord, Nala peut paraître un peu timide… Mais rassurez-vous : il suffit de lui accorder un peu de temps et de douceur pour qu’elle se révèle pleinement. Derrière cette réserve se cache une chienne adorable, dynamique et pleine de vie, qui aime profondément le contact avec l’humain dès lors qu’elle se sent considérée et protégée.

Size
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Age
Senior · 9 years
Location
🇫🇷Laon
Shelter
SPA Laon
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Listed 2 months ago

Bringing NALA home

What you'll need for NALA 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 NALA

What life with NALA looks like

NALA is a senior cane corso dog waiting at SPA Laon in Laon.

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.

Laon, France — browse more dogs in France.

Frequently asked

Adopting NALA, answered.

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