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Adopt NEIKO

Male · Adult · 7 years

NEIKO arrived with us following a transfer. He is the embodiment of calm strength: although he has a good build, he is very calm and composed on walks and does not pull at all. He enjoys taking his time and exploring his environment on his own terms. NEIKO can tolerate other animals of the same species on leashed walks but cannot live with them. Once he feels at ease, he turns out to be very affectionate and rather playful. In play, he may not fully realize his size and strength; therefore, some work will need to be done in this area. As a result, we will avoid placing him with young children but he can perfectly live with respectful older children. He has some basic training and is housebroken. This animal is not suitable for homes with young children.

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Neiko est arrivé chez nous suite à un transfert. Derrière son impressionnant gabarit se cache un chien au tempérament calme et posé, une véritable force tranquille. En balade, il marche sereinement sans tirer et aime profiter de son environnement à son rythme. Neiko peut tolérer certains congénères lors des promenades, lorsqu’il est muselé, mais il ne pourra pas vivre avec un autre chien au quotidien. Une fois en confiance, il se révèle très affectueux et apprécie également les moments de jeu. Cependant, dans l’excitation, Neiko n’a pas toujours conscience de sa taille et de sa force ; un accompagnement sera donc nécessaire pour l’aider à canaliser ces moments. Pour cette raison, nous éviterons un placement avec de jeunes enfants, mais il pourra tout à fait s’épanouir auprès d’une famille avec de grands enfants respectueux. Neiko possède déjà quelques bases d’éducation et il est propre en intérieur.

Size
Large
Age
Adult · 7 years
Location
🇫🇷Rennes
Shelter
SPA Rennes
Living with NEIKO
  • Good with dogs
  • Good with kids
  • Has special needs
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Cared for by SPA Rennes · Rennes

Listed 2 months ago

Bringing NEIKO home

What you'll need for NEIKO 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
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    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
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    Safer than a collar

    Padded Y-Front Harness

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    €20–35

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About NEIKO

What life with NEIKO looks like

NEIKO is a large adult dog waiting at SPA Rennes in Rennes.

An adult dog fits most household rhythms once the first couple of weeks of adjustment pass. A larger dog like this one needs daily off-leash time when possible — a fenced yard or regular access to safe walking trails. Plan a "decompression fortnight" — quiet routine, no visitors, no off-leash adventures — to let them settle.

Note from the shelter: Must be muzzled around other dogs, needs work on awareness of his size during play

🇫🇷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 NEIKO, answered.

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