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German Shepherd · Female · Adult · 7 years

Orla is a beautiful German Shepherd. Once the bond of trust is established, she becomes very close to humans and particularly affectionate. She loves playing with a ball, and when she plays, she regains a nearly childlike joy of living. For her well-being, we are looking for her a country home, as Orla can be sensitive to certain urban stimuli (such as bicycles). Orla is sociable with other male animals of the same species, provided they are friendly and playful. However, she does not get along with cats, females, or farm animals. Yes, Orla has her own little character, but once she has opened her heart to you, she reveals herself to be a true gem.

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Orla est une magnifique Berger Allemande. Une fois le lien de confiance établi, elle se montre très proche de l’humain et particulièrement affectueuse. Elle adore jouer à la balle, et lorsqu’elle s’amuse, elle retrouve une joie de vivre presque enfantine. Pour son bien-être, nous recherchons pour elle un foyer en campagne de préférence, car Orla peut être sensible à certaines stimulations urbaines (comme les vélos). Orla est sociable avec ses congénères mâles, à condition qu’ils soient amicaux et joueurs. En revanche, elle ne s’entend pas avec les chats, les femelles, ni les animaux de ferme. Oui, Orla a son petit caractère, mais une fois qu’elle vous a ouvert son cœur, elle se révèle être une véritable perle.

Size
Age
Adult · 7 years
Location
🇫🇷Roche Sur Yon
Shelter
SPA La Roche-sur-Yon
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Cared for by SPA La Roche-sur-Yon · Roche Sur YonLearn about German Shepherd

Listed 2 months ago

Bringing Orla home

What you'll need for Orla 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 Orla

What life with Orla looks like

Orla is a adult german shepherd dog waiting at SPA La Roche-sur-Yon in Roche Sur Yon.

An 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 Orla, answered.

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