How do I contact the shelter about Noir?

Use the phone, email, or website link in the sidebar of this page. Strays Without Borders handles screening and the adoption contract directly — TailHarbor doesn't broker the conversation. When you reach out, mention you saw Noir on TailHarbor so they know which animal you're asking about.

Can I adopt Noir if I live in another country?

Yes, in most cases. Rescues across Europe routinely place animals abroad — Strays Without Borders 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 Noir 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 Noir 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 Strays Without Borders early rather than rehoming privately; they know Noir 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 (EN). 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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Adopt Noir

Labrador Retriever · Female · Puppy · 4 months

Background Noir has been in the public shelter in Skopje, but when noone came forward to adopt her, she was released again after the spaying, chipping and vaccination – hence the eartag. A kind hearted woman takes care of her and lets her sleep in the entrance of her home. But Noir is a stray – she would be so happy having a home to call her own, and a family to give all her love. So, we are trying to help her make the transition from street life to sweet life. The woman who helped Noir recently found a litter of puppies together with her – dear, sweet Noir had taken the dumped puppies in as her own. She has been keeping them company ever since and the woman cares for them too. Sadly some of the puppies disappeared and surely are no longer alive. But Noir is very maternal and has certainly done her best to help them. She protected the four remaining puppies with her life at stake, when some loose dogs recently attacked them, and as you can see in the videos below, she ended up in the veterinary hospital, with a huge lap of skin skind ripped off her side. She could have been killed, but didn’t let the puppies down, and thanks to her, they were unharmed! Noir is now back with the woman who cares for her, and luckily she is recovering well. Likes No dog is sweeter and friendlier than Noir – she simply loves everyone and is great with children too. As long as she gets attention and snuggles, she is happy. She likes other dogs and loves to play with them. With her good nature, Noir will make a wonderful family pet. Dislikes and issues Because of the attack she experienced, Noir will have to be carefully introduced to other dogs, to make sure she feels safe and retains her well developed social skills. Ideal home The family for Noir should be ready to give her soft guidance and gently help her learn the rules of life in a home. She will need lead training and is an active dog who should be walked minimum two times every day. She can live as an only dog, but she is very social and will enjoy having a friendly a doggy companion. She loves attention and will do great in a family with dog savvy children. There are lots of stray cats where Noir lives, so with proper introduction she can also live with cats. She is used to the free life as a stray and a fair sized secure garden is a must. Noir is spayed, microchipped and fully vaccinated.

Size

Medium

Age

Puppy · 4 months

Location

🇲🇰Skopje

Shelter

Strays Without Borders

Living with Noir

✓Vaccinated
✓Spayed
✓Microchipped
✓Good with dogs
✓Good with cats
✓Good with kids

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About Noir

What life with Noir looks like

Noir is a medium-sized puppy/kitten labrador retriever dog waiting at Strays Without Borders in Skopje.

Puppies need routine, gentle socialization, and roughly two short outings a day for the first year. The first six months are the formative window — house-training, leash work, and quiet exposure to traffic, other dogs, and unfamiliar people happen now or not at all. Expect early-morning wake-ups and a few months of chewing.

🇲🇰Adopting from North Macedonia

The shelter typically completes the animal's vaccinations, microchipping, and pet passport before adoption. Specific fees and process details vary by shelter and country — confirm directly via the contact details in the sidebar.

Skopje, North Macedonia — browse more dogs in North Macedonia.

Frequently asked

Adopting Noir, answered.

How do I contact the shelter about Noir?: Use the phone, email, or website link in the sidebar of this page. Strays Without Borders handles screening and the adoption contract directly — TailHarbor doesn't broker the conversation. When you reach out, mention you saw Noir on TailHarbor so they know which animal you're asking about.
Can I adopt Noir if I live in another country?: Yes, in most cases. Rescues across Europe routinely place animals abroad — Strays Without Borders 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 Noir 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 Noir 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 Strays Without Borders early rather than rehoming privately; they know Noir 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 (EN). 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.