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Belgian Malinois · Female · Adult · 7 years

Shana, Alex, Aramis, Portos and Athos were taken in following a voluntary abandonment. Their owners, overwhelmed by the number of animals on site, were no longer able to provide their care or well-being. Today, Shana is no longer the timid dog she was when she arrived. Facing the unknown, she is now rather indifferent and takes the time to observe before engaging in the relationship. She remains a sensitive dog, with very clear communication. In case of discomfort or stress, she will know how to express her limits, and it will be essential to respect her signals in order to progress with her with complete trust. Once the bond is formed, Shana reveals herself to be a loyal, affectionate, playful, and energetic dog. She enjoys the presence of her humans, seeks contact, and loves sharing moments of intimacy. Naturally very food-motivated, food can be a good ally in the relationship... but only when she feels safe. In stressful situations, Shana may refuse to eat, which is an element to take into account in her support.

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Shana, Alex, Aramis, Portos et Athos ont été pris en charge suite à un abandon volontaire. Leurs propriétaires, dépassés par le nombre d’animaux présents sur place, n’étaient plus en mesure d’assurer leurs soins ni leur bien-être. Aujourd’hui, Shana n’est plus la chienne craintive qu’elle a pu être à son arrivée. Face à l’inconnu, elle se montre désormais plutôt indifférente et prend le temps d’observer avant de s’engager dans la relation. Elle reste toutefois une chienne sensible, avec une communication très claire. En cas d’inconfort ou de stress, elle saura exprimer ses limites, et il sera essentiel de respecter ses signaux pour évoluer avec elle en toute confiance. Une fois le lien créé, Shana se révèle être une chienne loyale, affectueuse, joueuse et pleine d’énergie. Elle apprécie la présence de ses humains, recherche le contact et aime partager des moments de complicité. Très gourmande de nature, la nourriture peut être un bon allié dans la relation… mais uniquement lorsqu’elle se sent en sécurité. En situation de stress, Shana peut refuser de manger, ce qui est un élément à prendre en compte dans son accompagnement.

Size
Age
Adult · 7 years
Location
🇧🇪Sans Collier
Shelter
Perwez)
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Bringing Shana home

What you'll need for Shana 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
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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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    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

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    Safer than a collar

    Padded Y-Front Harness

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About Shana

What life with Shana looks like

Shana is a adult belgian malinois dog waiting at Perwez) in Sans Collier.

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 Belgium

Belgian shelters operate under regional law (Flanders, Wallonia, Brussels each have their own rules). All adoptions include the Eurochip, vaccinations, and a stewardship contract. Several Flemish shelters partner with Dutch and German rescue networks.

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Frequently asked

Adopting Shana, answered.

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