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Yorkshire Terrier · Male · Senior · 9 years

Némo arrived at the shelter due to abandonment. He belonged to the daughter (who unfortunately passed away) of a man who also had Malou. Very sick, this man had to entrust them to us. Now old, NEMO is looking for a retirement basket to end his life comfortably. He is a gentle and friendly old guy with people. He is social with other dogs but we don't know how he gets along with cats. He can live in a house or apartment. He is still quite energetic for his age. He can meet his future family right now!

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Némo est arrivé au refuge suite à un abandon. Il appartenait à la fille (malheureusement décédée) d'un monsieur qui avait également Malou. Très malade, ce monsieur a dû nous les confier. Aujourd'hui âgé, Nemo recherche un panier retraite pour finir sa vie au chaud. C'est un pépère doux et sympa avec les humains. Il est sociable avec les autres chiens mais nous ne connaissons pas ses ententes avec les chats. Il pourra vivre en maison ou appartement. Il est encore assez dynamique pour son âge. Il peut dès à présent rencontrer sa futur famille !

Size
Age
Senior · 9 years
Location
🇫🇷Rennes
Shelter
SPA Rennes
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Bringing NEMO home

What you'll need for NEMO in week one.

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    Trixie Transport Box

    Sturdy plastic carrier — what most shelters require for pickup.

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    €35–45
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    Folding Wire Crate

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    €50–80
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    Car Seatbelt Tether

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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

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About NEMO

What life with NEMO looks like

NEMO is a senior yorkshire terrier dog waiting at SPA Rennes in Rennes.

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 NEMO, answered.

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