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Adopt Pouky

Mixed Breed · Male · Adult · 7 years

"Pouky" is a dog born in 2019. Friendly, he is close to humans and easily seeks contact. He will enjoy coming to see you for some cuddles. He is also a playful dog with a joyful nature. However, "Pouky" does not particularly like other dogs of the same species. He does not react on a leash when he meets them but rather at the contact with other dogs. "Pouky" has certainly not seen enough dogs in his previous life and lacks socialization. Walks with a muzzle will be more secure at first, while getting to know him and continuing the socialization work already started. "Pouky" also does not like cats, so there should be none in his future home. He is an energetic dog who can sometimes be a bit rough in play, so we will avoid placing him with young children (minimum age 14 years). But "Pouky" can also calm down and be quiet; he could adapt to living in a house or an apartment (if he has sufficient exercise). We are looking for adopters of "Pouky" who have a good level in dog training. To adopt "Pouky", you will need to have a certificate of suitability for dogs of categories as well as civil liability insurance.

Size
Age
Adult · 7 years
Location
🇫🇷Bordeaux
Shelter
SPA de Bordeaux et du Sud-Ouest
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Cared for by SPA de Bordeaux et du Sud-Ouest · BordeauxLearn about Mixed Breed

Listed 4 weeks ago

Bringing Pouky home

What you'll need for Pouky 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 Pouky

What life with Pouky looks like

Pouky is a adult mixed breed dog waiting at SPA de Bordeaux et du Sud-Ouest in Bordeaux.

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 Pouky, answered.

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