How do I contact the shelter about Oslo?

Use the phone, email, or website link in the sidebar of this page. SPA Saint-Étienne Loire handles screening and the adoption contract directly — TailHarbor doesn't broker the conversation. When you reach out, mention you saw Oslo on TailHarbor so they know which animal you're asking about.

Can I adopt Oslo if I live in another country?

Yes, in most cases. Rescues across Europe routinely place animals abroad — SPA Saint-Étienne Loire 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 Oslo 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 Oslo 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 Saint-Étienne Loire early rather than rehoming privately; they know Oslo 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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Adopt Oslo

Border Collie · Unknown · Young · 1 year

🐾 His brief summaryOslo is a 11-month-old Border Collie, blind and deaf. Despite his double disability, he is an extremely lovely, dynamic and people-oriented dog. He is full of life and just wants to create a strong bond with his future family. 💬 What you need to know about himOslo gets along with dogs, but cohabitation will need to be assessed if there is already a dog in the household. Cats need to be tested. Children also need to be tested, even though he seems comfortable. Professional training is mandatory (with a specialized trainer in contact with the SPA Saint-Etienne Loire who has already met the dog) in order to best support his learning and communication. Several visits to the shelter will be essential for Oslo to gradually get used to the smell and presence of his future adopters. 🏡 His ideal homeHouse or apartment, it doesn't matter, as long as the environment is stable and structured. It is essential not to change the layout (avoid moving furniture) so that Oslo can build his landmarks and evolve with confidence. He will need a family that is present, patient, motivated and caring, ready to fully commit to his support. ❤️ RememberOslo is a young dog who is blind and deaf, but extremely affectionate. Mandatory professional training (SPA support). Stable environment and fixed landmarks are essential. Several visits to the shelter will be necessary before adoption.

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🐾 Son petit résuméOslo est un jeune Border Collie de 11 mois, aveugle et sourd. Malgré son double handicap, c’est un chien extrêmement adorable, dynamique et proche de l’humain. Il déborde de vie et ne demande qu’à créer un lien fort avec sa future famille. 💬 Ce qu’il faut savoir sur luiOslo s’entend avec les chiens, mais la cohabitation sera à évaluer s’il y a déjà un chien dans le foyer. Les chats sont à tester. Les enfants sont également à tester, même s’il semble à l’aise. Une éducation avec un professionnel est obligatoire (avec un éducateur spécialisé en lien avec la SPA Saint-Etienne Loire ayant déjà rencontré le chien) afin d’accompagner au mieux son apprentissage et sa communication. Plusieurs rencontres au refuge seront indispensables pour qu’Oslo s’habitue progressivement à l’odeur et à la présence de ses futurs adoptants. 🏡 Son foyer idéalMaison ou appartement, peu importe, à condition que l’environnement soit stable et structuré. Il est essentiel de ne pas modifier l’aménagement (éviter de déplacer les meubles) afin qu’Oslo puisse construire ses repères et évoluer en confiance. Il aura besoin d’une famille présente, patiente, motivée et bienveillante, prête à s’investir pleinement dans son accompagnement. ❤️ À retenirOslo est un jeune chien aveugle et sourd, mais extrêmement attachant. Éducation professionnelle obligatoire (accompagnement SPA). Environnement stable et repères fixes indispensables. Plusieurs rencontres au refuge seront nécessaires avant l’adoption.

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Age

Young · 1 year

Location

🇫🇷Saint-Étienne

Shelter

SPA Saint-Étienne Loire

Living with Oslo

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About Oslo

What life with Oslo looks like

Oslo is a young adult border collie dog waiting at SPA Saint-Étienne Loire in Saint-Étienne.

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 Oslo, answered.

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