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Mixed Breed · Female · Senior · 9 years

NIA arrived at the pound and was not picked up. -- NIA in a few words... NIA is 8 years old. Playful and affectionate are her two main personality traits. She even arrived at the pound with her toy ♡ -- Observed behaviors (in the shelter and on walks) In the shelter, NIA is looking for interactions with humans. She knows how to attract attention and touch caregivers and volunteers to get a little time of play or cuddles. NIA is gentle, very affectionate and easy to live with. On walks, wearing a muzzle is not a problem for her. She is a durable dog. The walks are dynamic but NIA walks at a measured pace while being attentive to her walker, whom she knows how to solicit for cuddles by joyfully rolling in the grass (the tummy scratches... she loves ♡). -- Getting along with other animals NIA does not get along with cats but seems to tolerate other animals of the same species.

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‌Nia est arrivée en fourrière et n'a pas été récupérée. -- Nia en quelques mots... Nia a 8 ans. Joueuse et affectueuse sont ses 2 traits de caractère prédominants. Elle est d'ailleurs arrivée en fourrière avec son jouet ♡ -- Comportements observés (en refuge et en balade) Au refuge, Nia est en recherche d'interactions avec l'humain. Elle sait s'y prendre pour attirer l'attention et attendrir soigneurs et bénévoles afin d'obtenir un petit moment de jeu ou de câlins. Nia est douce, très attachante et facile à vivre. En balade, le port de la muselière n'est pas un problème pour elle. C'est une chienne endurante. Les promenades sont dynamiques mais Nia marche d'un pas mesuré tout en étant à l'écoute de sa / son promeneur(se) qu'elle sait solliciter pour des câlins en se roulant joyeusement dans l'herbe (les pauses grattouilles sur le ventre... elle adore ♡). -- Ententes avec les autres animaux Nia ne s'entend pas avec les chats mais semble bien tolérer ses congénères. A confirmer au cas pa

Size
Age
Senior · 9 years
Location
🇫🇷France
Shelter
SPA de Saverne
Living with NIA
  • Good with cats
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Listed 6 days ago

Bringing NIA home

What you'll need for NIA 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 NIA

What life with NIA looks like

NIA is a senior mixed breed dog waiting at SPA de Saverne in France.

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 NIA, answered.

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