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Belgian Malinois · Female · Senior · 9 years

SPENCER did not have an easy start in life. Spencer primarily lived in a cage and was not socialized. She went to a family for the first time but unfortunately returned to the shelter. The family was unable to manage the small Spencer, who has her own personality. Additionally, she did not get along with the shelter cat. As a dog who has experienced abuse, Spencer mainly needs stability and a well-defined routine to feel comfortable. Like all Malinois, Spencer is sensitive to her environment. She will need a fairly large space: a house with a yard would be ideal! Spencer is a smart and receptive dog who knows basic commands and just needs experienced owners to guide her. She loves working with her master and doing mental exercises. Spencer can get along with some dogs on walks after a period of adjustment. However, she cannot live with other animals or children. She is a wonderful dog eagerly waiting for a family that will give her a beautiful life, to help her forget her early years!

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SPENCER n'a pas eu un début de vie facile. Spencer vivait principalement enfermé dans une cage et n'était pas sociabilisé. Elle est partie dans une famille une première fois et est malheureusement de retour au refuge. La famille n'a pas réussi à gérer la petite Spencer qui a son petit caractère. De plus, elle ne s'entendait pas avec le chat du foyer. Étant donné que c'est une chienne qui a vécu des maltraitances, Spencer a surtout besoin de stabilité et d'un cadre bien défini pour se sentir à l'aise. Comme tout malinois, Spencer est sensible à son environnement. Elle aura besoin d'un espace assez grand : une maison avec un jardin serait l'idéal ! Spencer est une chienne intelligente et réceptive qui connaît les ordres de bases et qui a juste besoin de connaisseurs pour la guider. Elle aime beaucoup travailler avec son maître et faire des exercices intellectuelles. Spencer peut s'entendre avec certains chiens en balade après un temps d’adaptation. Elle ne pourra cependant pas vivre avec d'autres animaux ou des enfants. C'est une chouette chienne qui attend avec impatience une famille qui lui offrira une belle vie, pour lui faire oublier les premières années de sa vie !

Size
Age
Senior · 9 years
Location
🇫🇷France
Shelter
SPA Colmar
Living with SPENCER
  • Good with dogs
  • Good with cats
  • Good with kids
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Bringing SPENCER home

What you'll need for SPENCER 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 SPENCER

What life with SPENCER looks like

SPENCER is a senior belgian malinois dog waiting at SPA Colmar in France.

Senior dogs settle in faster than younger ones. They want a soft bed, predictable meals, and short, sniff-heavy walks rather than runs. Many senior rescues bond deeply within weeks because they understand exactly how good a stable home is. Expect occasional vet visits for joint or dental care.

🇫🇷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 SPENCER, answered.

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