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Shiba Inu · Male · Adult · 6 years

Picasso is a very gentle and affectionate dog. Very close to humans, he loves company and is not shy about "singing" and calling out to people when he sees them to draw their attention and get cuddles. Sociable and endearing, Picasso is looking for a present and kind family that will give him a peaceful and affectionate life. Living conditions: • Preferably a house with a garden • OK with large children Compatibility: • OK with other dogs. Picasso is affected by leishmaniasis. Picasso will however need lifelong treatment as well as regular veterinary follow-up. The cost of the treatment generally remains reasonable, often around a few dozen euros per month depending on its evolution and the protocol in place.

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Picasso est un chien extrêmement gentil et affectueux. Très proche de l’humain, il adore avoir de la compagnie et n’hésite pas à “chanter” et appeler les personnes lorsqu’il les voit pour attirer leur attention et obtenir des câlins Sociable et attachant, Picasso recherche une famille présente et bienveillante qui lui offrira une vie paisible et remplie d’affection. Conditions de vie : • Maison avec jardin de préférence • Grands enfants ok Ententes : • Ok chiens. Picasso est atteint de la leishmaniose. Picasso devra cependant avoir un traitement à vie ainsi qu’un suivi vétérinaire régulier. Le coût du traitement reste généralement raisonnable, souvent autour de quelques dizaines d’euros par mois selon son évolution et le protocole mis en place.

Size
Age
Adult · 6 years
Location
🇫🇷Compiègne
Shelter
SPA Compiègne
Living with Picasso
  • Good with dogs
  • Good with kids
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Bringing Picasso home

What you'll need for Picasso 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 Picasso

What life with Picasso looks like

Picasso is a adult shiba inu dog waiting at SPA Compiègne in Compiègne.

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 Picasso, answered.

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