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English Setter · Male · Adult · 4 years

Arrived on February 9, 2026, the magnificent TIM is up for adoption! Found wandering, he was well-identified but his owner did not wish to reclaim him. TIM is incredibly gentle. He is rather calm and enjoys cuddles. He does not master the basic commands yet, so some investment in his education will be necessary. Socially inclined, if his future family already has one or more __SIBLING_ANIMALS__, a meeting must still take place to confirm compatibility. However, we will avoid cohabitation with our feline friends. TIM would undoubtedly bring joy to both young and old, so do not hesitate to come meet him; a heartwarming match is guaranteed!!

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Arrivé le 9 Février 2026 Le magnifique Tim est à l’adoption ! Trouvé errant, il était bien identifié mais son propriétaire n’a pas souhaité le récupérer.. Tim est d’une grande gentillesse. Il est plutôt tranquille et apprécie les câlins. Il ne maîtrise pas parfaitement les ordres de base, il faudra donc s’investir dans son éducation. Sociable, si sa future famille possède déjà un ou plusieurs congénères, une rencontre devra tout de même avoir lieu afin de confirmer les ententes. En revanche, nous éviterons la cohabitation avec nos amis félins. Tim ferait sans conteste le bonheur de petits & grands alors n’hésitez pas à venir le rencontrer, coup de coeur garanti !!

Size
Medium
Age
Adult · 4 years
Location
🇫🇷Tarbes
Shelter
SPA 65 Tarbes
Living with TIM
  • Neutered
  • Microchipped
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Bringing TIM home

What you'll need for TIM 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 TIM

What life with TIM looks like

TIM is a medium-sized adult english setter dog waiting at SPA 65 Tarbes in Tarbes.

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 TIM, answered.

How do I contact the shelter about TIM?
Use the phone, email, or website link in the sidebar of this page. SPA 65 Tarbes handles screening and the adoption contract directly — TailHarbor doesn't broker the conversation. When you reach out, mention you saw TIM on TailHarbor so they know which animal you're asking about.
Can I adopt TIM if I live in another country?
Yes, in most cases. Rescues across Europe routinely place animals abroad — SPA 65 Tarbes 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 TIM 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 TIM 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 65 Tarbes early rather than rehoming privately; they know TIM 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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