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German Shepherd · Female · Young · 3 years

NINA arrived at our shelter with her sister Luna due to health issues with their owner who unfortunately could no longer care for them. More energetic than Luna, Nina is a lively and dynamic dog who has a great need for daily expenditure: long walks, playtime, and activities will be essential for her balance. On walks, she may also pull on the leash and will need to learn to walk calmly with appropriate accompaniment. A house with a perfectly enclosed yard is imperative for Nina, as she may tend to escape if the environment is not sufficiently secure. Nina was not optimally socialized, but she has been tested with other dogs and is friendly depending on the dog. However, Nina remains reactive to other dog crossings. As for cats, Nina wants to go see them but quickly diverts her attention, so with work, a placement with a cat may be possible. She is a gentle and affectionate dog when she attaches herself to her human. Her pleasant temperament leads us to believe that she could live with respectful children in a calm and nurturing environment. Nina is an adorable, lively dog who would bring joy to an active family willing to invest in providing her with stability, education, and lots of love.

Read original (fr)

NINA est arrivée au refuge avec sa sœur Luna, suite aux problèmes de santé de leur propriétaire qui ne pouvait malheureusement plus s’en occuper. Plus énergique encore que Luna, Nina est une chienne vive et dynamique qui a un grand besoin de dépense quotidienne : longues balades, jeux et activités seront indispensables à son équilibre. En promenade, elle peut également tirer en laisse et aura besoin d’apprendre à marcher calmement avec un accompagnement adapté. Une maison avec un terrain parfaitement clos est impérative pour Nina, car elle peut avoir tendance à fuguer si l’environnement n’est pas suffisamment sécurisé. Nina n’a pas été sociabilisée de manière optimale, cependant elle a été testée avec d’autres chiens et se montre amicale en fonction du chien. Néanmoins, Nina reste réactive aux croisements avec les autres chiens. Côté chat, Nina veut aller les voir mais détourne vite son attention, avec du travail, un placement avec un chat peut être envisageable. C’est une chienne gentille et affectueuse, lorsqu'elle est s'attache à son humain. Son tempérament agréable, nous laisse penser qu’elle pourrait vivre avec des enfants respectueux, dans un cadre calme et bienveillant. Nina est une chienne adorable, pleine de vie, qui fera le bonheur d’une famille active, prête à s’investir pour lui offrir stabilité, éducation et beaucoup d’amour.

Size
Age
Young · 3 years
Location
🇫🇷France
Shelter
SPA Colmar
Living with NINA
  • Good with dogs
  • Good with kids
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Bringing NINA home

What you'll need for NINA 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
  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 NINA

What life with NINA looks like

NINA is a young adult german shepherd dog waiting at SPA Colmar in France.

An young adult dog fits most household rhythms once the first couple of weeks of adjustment pass. Two reasonable walks a day plus play time is usually enough. Plan a "decompression fortnight" — quiet routine, no visitors, no off-leash adventures — to let them settle.

🇫🇷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 NINA, answered.

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