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Rottweiler · Male · Adult · 5 years

Patron is an impressive dog by his size, but especially touching by what he is. Behind his 50 kg lies an endearing companion, close to humans, who enjoys playing, particularly with a ball, and sharing simple moments. He gets along with other animals of the same species, knows children, and is now seeking a stable life after his abandonment. He will need a serious, consistent, and reassuring framework, as well as support to improve his physical condition. Patron is not a dog to be taken lightly, but for a family ready to invest, he will offer a sincere and faithful relationship. Being a Category 2 Rottweiler, his adoption is subject to the current regulations.

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Patron est un chien impressionnant par son gabarit, mais surtout touchant par ce qu’il est. Derrière ses 50 kg se cache un compagnon attachant, proche de l’humain, qui apprécie jouer notamment au ballon et partager des moments simples. Il s’entend avec ses congénères, connaît les enfants et recherche aujourd’hui une vie stable après son abandon. Étant un Rottweiler de catégorie 2, son adoption est soumise à la réglementation en vigueur.

Size
Age
Adult · 5 years
Location
🇫🇷Grenoble
Shelter
SPA du Dauphine
Living with Patron
  • Good with dogs
  • Good with kids
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Cared for by SPA du Dauphine · GrenobleLearn about Rottweiler

Listed 2 weeks ago

Bringing Patron home

What you'll need for Patron in week one.

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    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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    Car Seatbelt Tether

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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
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About Patron

What life with Patron looks like

Patron is a adult rottweiler dog waiting at SPA du Dauphine in Grenoble.

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 Patron, answered.

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