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Mixed Breed · Male · Puppy · 3 months

ROX, at the shelter for 1953 days My name is ROX, a handsome and large Cane Corso cross, very affectionate, who arrived at the shelter at 3 months old after being found abandoned in the street, probably due to my mobility issue. At the shelter, they discovered that the deformity I had in my legs preventing me from moving normally was due to a neurological syndrome that compressed my spinal cord. After a long appropriate treatment and aquatic physiotherapy, I can now walk almost normally, I no longer have any treatment, and I increasingly enjoy walks that shouldn't be too long. With all my misfortunes and having only known the shelter, I am quite timid towards the unknown and wary of humans and other animals of the same species; but when I know them, I become very affectionate and love to be cuddled. Moreover, I am very calm. However, I don't tolerate heat well and due to my previous neurological issues, long periods in the sun are not recommended. For several months now, I have been convinced that walks outside the shelter with volunteers I trust can be nice, which allows me to walk better and gain confidence; yes, it's true, I really like it! I am still young, so I have plenty of things left to discover, little by little. Unfortunately, I have never known the warmth and tenderness of a home, so I am waiting impatiently for my future owners who will have the heart and time to take care of me with all their tenderness and kindness to finally be happy; I will repay you well! As you can tell, I am a kind big teddy bear full of motivation.

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Rox, au refuge depuis 1980 jours Je m’appelle Rox, beau et grand croisé Cane Corso très attachant arrivé à 3 mois au refuge après avoir été trouvé abandonné dans la rue sûrement à cause de mon souci de mobilité. Au refuge, ils ont découvert que la malformation que j’avais aux pattes m’empêchant de me mouvoir normalement, était dûe à un syndrome neurologique qui consistait à comprimer ma moelle épinière. Après un long traitement adapté et de la kiné aquatique, je marche aujourd’hui presque normalement, je n’ai plus de traitement et j’apprécie de plus en plus les balades qui ne doivent pas être trop longues. Avec tous mes malheurs et le fait que je n’ai connu que le refuge, je suis assez craintif de l’inconnu et méfiant envers l’humain et mes congénères ; mais quand je connais, je deviens très câlin et j’adore me faire papouiller. De plus, je suis très calme. Par contre je supporte mal la chaleur et du fait de mes anciens soucis neurologiques, les longues périodes au soleil me sont déconseillées. Depuis plusieurs mois, je me suis laissé convaincre que les balades à l’extérieur du refuge pouvaient être sympas avec les bénévoles en qui j’ai confiance, ce qui me permet de marcher de mieux en mieux et de gagner en confiance ; et oui, c’est vrai, j’aime bien ! Je suis encore jeune donc j’ai encore plein de choses à découvrir, petit à petit. Je n’ai malheureusement jamais connu la douceur et la chaleur d’un foyer, j’attends donc impatiemment mes futurs maîtres qui auront le cœur et le temps de s’occuper de moi avec toute leur douceur et leur bienveillance pour enfin être heureux ; je vous le rendrai bien ! Vous l’aurez compris, je suis un gentil gros nounours plein de motivation.

Size
Age
Puppy · 3 months
Location
🇫🇷Lagord
Shelter
SPA Lagord / La Rochelle
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Bringing ROX home

What you'll need for ROX 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
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    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
  5. 05

    Orthopaedic Dog Bed

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

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    €30–60
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    Padded Y-Front Harness

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    €20–35

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About ROX

What life with ROX looks like

ROX is a puppy/kitten mixed breed dog waiting at SPA Lagord / La Rochelle in Lagord.

Puppies need routine, gentle socialization, and roughly two short outings a day for the first year. The first six months are the formative window — house-training, leash work, and quiet exposure to traffic, other dogs, and unfamiliar people happen now or not at all. Expect early-morning wake-ups and a few months of chewing.

🇫🇷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 ROX, answered.

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