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Adopt NARO

Mixed Breed · Male · Senior · 9 years

NARO is a brave hunting dog, rescued from a difficult past. This large griffon cross carries the marks of his history, but also an incredible desire to live. Today he is blind and sensitive to digestion, but he deserves even more than ever a gentle and attentive home. Behind his trials lies a lovable dog, full of life and surprisingly energetic during walks. NARO loves to enjoy every moment, and he will surprise you with his energy and resilience. Like any dog who has experienced abuse, he will need time to adapt to his new environment. But with patience, kindness and lots of love, he can flourish and become a loyal and touching companion. Giving a chance to NARO is allowing him to finally write the most beautiful chapter of his life. He is simply waiting for a family ready to open their heart... for a happy ending he deserves so much.

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Naro est un courageux chien de chasse, sauvé d’un passé difficile. Ce grand croisé griffon porte les traces de son histoire, mais aussi une incroyable envie de vivre. Aujourd’hui aveugle et sensible au niveau digestif, il mérite plus que jamais un foyer doux et attentionné. Derrière ses épreuves se cache un chien attachant, plein de vie et étonnamment dynamique lors des balades. Naro aime profiter de chaque instant, et il saura vous surprendre par son énergie et sa résilience. Comme tout chien ayant connu la maltraitance, il aura besoin de temps pour s’adapter à son nouvel environnement. Mais avec de la patience, de la bienveillance et beaucoup d’amour, il pourra s’épanouir et devenir un compagnon fidèle et touchant. Offrir une chance à Naro, c’est lui permettre d’écrire enfin le plus beau chapitre de sa vie. Il attend simplement une famille prête à lui ouvrir son cœur… pour une fin heureuse qu’il mérite tant.

Size
Age
Senior · 9 years
Location
🇫🇷Tours
Shelter
SPA Tours (Luynes)
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Listed 6 days ago

Bringing NARO home

What you'll need for NARO 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 NARO

What life with NARO looks like

NARO is a senior mixed breed 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 NARO, answered.

How do I contact the shelter about NARO?
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 NARO on TailHarbor so they know which animal you're asking about.
Can I adopt NARO 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 NARO 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 NARO 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 NARO 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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