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TYSON

Mixed Breed · Male · Adult · 4 years

Tyson didn't have an easy start to life. Abandoned on the street in a cowardly act, he arrived at the shelter severely emaciated, weakened, and suffering from several health issues. Thanks to the attentive care provided by the staff and the dedication of the volunteers, he regained his strength and discovered the little joys of life: walks, games, and even a real passion for swimming! Gluttonous, curious, and full of life, Tyson is now ready to write a new chapter. He will need to be the only pet in the household, as he doesn't get along with other dogs or cats. Because of his strength and enthusiasm, he'd be best suited to a family with teenagers—someone who can give him the love, stability, and wonderful life he finally deserves.

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Tyson n'a pas eu un début de vie facile. Lâchement abandonné dans la rue, il est arrivé au refuge très amaigri, affaibli et souffrant de plusieurs problèmes de santé. Grâce aux soins attentifs des agents et à l'investissement des bénévoles, il a repris des forces et a découvert les petits bonheurs de la vie : les promenades, les jeux, et même une véritable passion pour la piscine ! Gourmand, curieux et plein de vie, Tyson est aujourd'hui prêt à écrire un nouveau chapitre. Il devra être le seul animal du foyer, car il ne s'entend ni avec les autres chiens ni avec les chats. En raison de sa force et de son enthousiasme, il conviendra davantage à une famille avec des adolescents, qui saura lui offrir l'amour, la stabilité et la belle vie qu'il mérite enfin.

Size
Age
Adult · 4 years
Location
🇫🇷Forbach
Shelter
SPA Forbach
Living with TYSON
  • Good with dogs
Cared for by SPA Forbach · ForbachLearn about Mixed Breed

Listed 4 months ago

Bringing TYSON home

What you'll need for TYSON 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 TYSON

What life with TYSON looks like

TYSON is a adult mixed breed dog waiting at SPA Forbach in Forbach.

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 TYSON, answered.

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