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NINA

German Shepherd · Female · Senior · 9 years

Femelle croisée Berger Allemand née en avril 2017 Son maître est décédé et la voilà au refuge, un peu perdue. Au premier abord, son gros gabarit impressionne. Mais ne vous fiez pas aux apparences ! Une fois la glace brisée et le contact établi, c'est la douceur incarnée. Elle se révèle d'une grande gentillesse. Elle s'entend parfaitement avec les chats et les chiens. Elle sera une bonne compagne de vie, prête à partager son quotidien avec d'autres animaux sans aucun problème. Adoptée le 24/10/2026

Size
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Age
Senior · 9 years
Location
🇫🇷France
Shelter
SPA des Baux de Provence
Cared for by SPA des Baux de Provence · FranceLearn about German Shepherd →

Listed 1 week ago

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
    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
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    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 senior german shepherd dog waiting at SPA des Baux de Provence 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. Many refuges work with rescue transport partners for cross-border placements.

France, France — browse more dogs in France.

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 des Baux de Provence 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 des Baux de Provence 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. Transport is usually a separate cost, so ask for the exact figure before you commit.
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 des Baux de Provence 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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