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Seven &#8211

Mixed Breed · Male

I am Seven, an 8-year-old American Shepherd. For a long time, my daily life did not allow me to feel safe. I lived in an unstable environment marked by fear and repeated violence from which I could not escape. I learned to be small, stay in my corner and avoid anything that could represent a danger. Despite everything I went through, I never chose confrontation. With the people I know, I am a very gentle, attentive and very affectionate dog. I like to stay close to my humans and follow them discreetly in their activities. At night, I enjoy sleeping at the foot of the bed, especially when there is thunder. I am calm at home, clean and respectful. I know the basic commands, I walk well on a leash and I have a very good recall. I can stay alone without destroying or barking, even if I am always happy to find my humans when they return. I am not a big player. I probably did not have the opportunity to learn or relax enough to want to play. Since my arrival in foster care, I am slowly starting to take an interest in toys. At home, progress are sometimes made in small steps. Outdoors, I am much more comfortable in quiet and natural places. I like to walk, explore smells and stay close to my humans. The city, cars, bicycles, joggers, darkness can still impress me. In these moments, I need someone to help me take a step back rather than forcing me to face what scares me. With other dogs, I am sociable, but introductions must be gradual and respectful. I was violently attacked by a dog in the past, so some encounters still awaken bad memories. I can live with a cat. The one in my foster family intrigues me when he starts running, but I do not try to hurt him. I will need patient people, able to respect and never rush me. I am a dog who spent too much time surviving and is now learning to live. So give me a chance to enter your life!

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Je m’appelle Seven, je suis un Berger Américain de 8 ans.Pendant longtemps, mon quotidien ne m’a pas permis de me sentir en sécurité.J’ai vécu dans un environnement instable, marqué par la peur et les violences répétées auxquelles je ne pouvais pas échapper. J’ai appris à me faire petit, à rester dans mon coin et à éviter tout ce qui pouvait représenter un danger.Malgré tout ce que j’ai traversé, je n’ai jamais choisi l’affrontement.Avec les personnes que je connais, je suis un chien très doux, attentif et très attachant. J’aime rester près de mes humains et les suivre discrètement dans leurs activités. La nuit, j’apprécie de dormir au pied du lit, particulièrement lorsqu’il y a de l'orage.Je suis calme à la maison, propre et respectueux.Je connais les consignes de base, je marche bien en laisse et j'ai un très bon rappel.Je peux rester seul sans détruire ni aboyer, même si je suis toujours heureux de retrouver mes humains à leur retour.Je ne suis pas un grand joueur. Je n’ai probablement pas eu l’occasion d’apprendre ou de me détendre suffisamment pour en avoir envie.Depuis mon arrivée en famille d’accueil, je commence doucement à m’intéresser aux jouets. Chez moi, les progrès se font parfois par petites étapes.À l’extérieur, je suis nettement plus à l’aise dans les endroits calmes et naturels.J’aime marcher, explorer les odeurs et rester près de mes humains.La ville, les voitures, les vélos, les joggeurs, l’obscurité peuvent encore m’impressionner. Dans ces moments-là, j’ai besoin que l’on m’aide à prendre de la distance plutôt que de m’obliger à affronter ce qui me fait peur.Avec les autres chiens, je suis sociable, mais les présentations doivent être progressives et respectueuses. J’ai été violemment attaqué par un chien par le passé, alors certaines rencontres réveillent encore de mauvais souvenirs.Je peux vivre avec un chat. Celui de ma famille d’accueil m’intrigue lorsqu’il se met à courir, mais je ne cherche pas à lui faire de mal.J’aurai besoin de personnes patientes, capable de respecter et de ne jamais me brusquer. Je suis un chien qui a passé trop de temps à survivre et qui apprend maintenant à vivre.Alors laissez moi une chance d'entrer dans votre vie !

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Age
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🇫🇷Lyon
Shelter
Association Ron'Rhône
Living with Seven &#8211
  • Good with dogs
Cared for by Association Ron'Rhône · LyonLearn about Mixed Breed

Listed 4 days ago

Bringing Seven &#8211 home

What you'll need for Seven &#8211 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 Seven &#8211

What life with Seven &#8211 looks like

Seven &#8211 is a adult mixed breed dog waiting at Association Ron'Rhône in Lyon.

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 Seven &#8211, answered.

How do I contact the shelter about Seven &#8211?
Use the phone, email, or website link in the sidebar of this page. Association Ron'Rhône handles screening and the adoption contract directly — TailHarbor doesn't broker the conversation. When you reach out, mention you saw Seven &#8211 on TailHarbor so they know which animal you're asking about.
Can I adopt Seven &#8211 if I live in another country?
Yes, in most cases. Rescues across Europe routinely place animals abroad — Association Ron'Rhône 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 Seven &#8211 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 Seven &#8211 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 Association Ron'Rhône early rather than rehoming privately; they know Seven &#8211 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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