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Popeye

Doberman · Male · Adult · 4 years

(In Spain) Breed: This is a magnificent Doberman mix, which may also have German Shepherd origins! Physical characteristics: black and tan coat, long tail, beautiful erect ears. A well-proportioned and elegant dog! His history and personality Although Popeye was well-fed in his previous life, unfortunately, he did not experience the warmth of a real home or the interactions a dog needs. Despite this isolation, he holds no grudges: he is an exceptionally kind, affectionate, and cuddly dog who only wants to trust and discover the happiness of a real family life. Health & Care Immediately taken care of by our veterinarian, Popeye is ready for the big leap: ✔ identified, vaccinated, and neutered ✔ 3M test (negative) Daily life & Behavior At the boarding kennel, Popeye reveals his true nature every day: a gentle dog who is very demanding for attention, love, and cuddles. He is a loving dog who gently reaches out to you to ask for a hug! ✔ Children: very good understanding (he previously lived with two children around 10 years old). ✔ Other dogs: Sociable (he shared his home with a small female dog). Cats: ❌ NO CATS! ✔ Travel: He walks quite well on a leash and is very calm in the car. What he will need to learn Popeye still has a few basics to learn with kindness: - indoor cleanliness - managing loneliness during days of absence (simple learning that he will quickly integrate with patience, gentleness, and a reassuring framework). You want to offer Popeye the loving life he deserves so much. Do not hesitate to contact Mary.

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(en Espagne) Race : c'est un superbe croisé Dobermann, qui a peut-être aussi des origines de Berger Allemand ! Physique : robe noir et feu, queue longue, magnifiques oreilles droites. Un chien bien proportionné et élégant ! Son histoire & son caractère Bien que correctement alimenté dans son ancienne vie, Popeye n'a malheureusement pas connu la chaleur d'un vrai foyer ni les interactions dont un chien a besoin. Malgré cette mise à l'écart, il ne garde aucune rancœur : c’est un loulou particulièrement gentil, câlin et affectueux, qui ne demande qu'à accorder sa confiance et à découvrir le bonheur d'une vraie vie de famille. Santé & Soins Pris en charge immédiatement par notre vétérinaire, Popeye est prêt pour le grand saut : ✔ identifié, vacciné et castré ✔ testé 3M (négatif) Vie quotidienne & Comportement À la pension, Popeye révèle chaque jour sa vraie nature : un chien tendre et très demandeur d'attention, d'amour et de caresses. C'est un amour de chien qui vous tend gentiment la patte pour réclamer un câlin ! ✔‍‍‍‍‍‍ Enfants : très bonne entente (il vivait auparavant avec deux enfants d'environ 10 ans). ✔ Autres chiens : Sociable (il partageait son foyer avec une petite chienne). Chats : ❌ PAS DE CHATS ! ✔ Déplacements : Il marche assez bien en laisse et se montre très tranquille en voiture. Ce qu'il lui faudra apprendre Popeye a encore quelques bases à acquérir avec bienveillance : - la propreté en intérieur - la gestion de la solitude pendant les journées d'absence (des apprentissages simples qu'il intègrera vite avec de la patience, de la douceur et un cadre rassurant). Vous souhaitez offrir à Popeye la vie aimante qu'il mérite tant. N'hésitez pas à contacter Mary.

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Age
Adult · 4 years
Location
🇫🇷protection associative de dobermann
Shelter
Protection Associative de Dobermann
Living with Popeye
  • ✓Vaccinated
  • ✓Neutered
  • ✓Microchipped
  • ✓Good with dogs
  • ✓Good with kids
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Bringing Popeye home

What you'll need for Popeye 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
    Editor's pick

    Folding Wire Crate

    First-week safe space. Shelter dogs settle faster with a crate.

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    €50–80
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    Legal · EU

    Car Seatbelt Tether

    Legally required in most EU countries for transporting dogs.

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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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    Orthopaedic Dog Bed

    Worth the upgrade — rescues often have joint issues from kennels.

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    €30–60
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    Safer than a collar

    Padded Y-Front Harness

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    €20–35

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About Popeye

What life with Popeye looks like

Popeye is an adult doberman dog waiting at Protection Associative de Dobermann in protection associative de dobermann.

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. Many refuges work with rescue transport partners for cross-border placements.

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Frequently asked

Adopting Popeye, answered.

How do I contact the shelter about Popeye?
Use the phone, email, or website link in the sidebar of this page. Protection Associative de Dobermann handles screening and the adoption contract directly — TailHarbor doesn't broker the conversation. When you reach out, mention you saw Popeye on TailHarbor so they know which animal you're asking about.
Can I adopt Popeye if I live in another country?
Yes, in most cases. Rescues across Europe routinely place animals abroad — Protection Associative de Dobermann 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. Transport is usually a separate cost, so ask for the exact figure before you commit.
Is Popeye 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 Popeye 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 Protection Associative de Dobermann early rather than rehoming privately; they know Popeye 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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