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Saphir

Bichon Frisé · Male

With his angelic face, Saphir captivates at first sight. But behind this beauty lies a sensitive little dog who needs time to acclimate to the world around him. Who is Saphir? A fearful dog towards the unknown, but deeply affectionate once he feels safe. He loves walks, a privileged moment to explore and feel alive. And after the adventure, nothing beats a cozy moment on the couch, snuggled up against you. Important to know: Saphir can only live in a home without other animals. Cats are not his friends, and he wouldn't want to share you with another fellow animal of the same species. On the other hand, he appreciates your efforts to continue his education and grow alongside you. Saphir has a lot of love to give: he just needs the right hands to guide him. Are you ready to write this story with him? Share this page on Facebook or X-Twitter Adopt a dog:. This animal needs to be the only pet in the home.

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Avec son visage d'ange, Saphir séduit au premier regard. Mais derrière cette beauté se cache un petit chien sensible, qui a besoin de temps pour apprivoiser le monde qui l'entoure. Qui est Saphir ? Un chien craintif face à l'inconnu, mais profondément affectueux une fois en confiance. Il aime les promenades, moment privilégié pour explorer et se sentir vivant. Et après l'aventure, rien ne vaut un moment câlin sur le canapé, blotti contre vous. Important à savoir : Saphir ne peut vivre qu'en foyer sans autres animaux. Les chats ne sont pas ses amis, et il ne souhaiterait pas vous partager avec un autre congénère. En revanche, il appréciera vos efforts pour continuer son éducation et grandir à vos côtés. Saphir a beaucoup d'amour à donner : il attend juste les bonnes mains pour l'accompagner. Êtes-vous prêt à écrire cette histoire avec lui ? Partager cette page sur facebook ou X-twitter Adopter un chien : SAPHIR, chien BICHON male de 4 ans

Size
Small
Age
Location
🇫🇷Paris
Shelter
Fondation Brigitte Bardot
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Cared for by Fondation Brigitte Bardot · ParisLearn about Bichon Frisé

Listed 2 months ago

Bringing Saphir home

What you'll need for Saphir in week one.

Hand-picked · prices indicative

  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 Saphir

What life with Saphir looks like

Saphir is a small adult bichon frisé dog waiting at Fondation Brigitte Bardot in Paris.

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 Saphir, answered.

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