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URBAN

Mixed Breed · Male · Young · 3 years

URBAN is a young Belgian Shepherd Malinois cross who enjoys calm walks. He doesn't pull on the leash and loves to spend time sniffing scents. He is somewhat uncomfortable around other dogs, not seeking confrontation but tends to avoid them during walks. Given his young age and the characteristics of his crossbreed, adopters with knowledge about the breed would be a real plus, but the main thing is to build a trust bond with him. URBAN is quite stressed since his arrival; life in the shelter doesn't put him at ease. However, we have noted a real evolution; he is starting to relax and form a bond with the people taking care of him. He is affectionate but absolutely hates being handled, especially at the level of his paws. Come meet him and let yourself be charmed by this endearing young dog!

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URBAN est un jeune croisé berger belge malinois qui aime les balades tranquilles. Il ne tire pas et aime passer du temps à renifler les odeurs. Il est plutôt mal à l'aise avec les autres chiens, il aboie dessus et veux aller au contact.Il y aura du travail auprès d'un éducateur canin à poursuivre. Au vu de son jeune âge et des caractéristiques de son croisement, des adoptants qui auraient des connaissances sur la race seraient donc un véritable plus mais le principal sera de créer un lien de confiance avec lui. URBAN est assez stressé depuis son arrivée, la vie en refuge ne le met pas à l'aise. Nous avons cependant noté une réelle évolution, il commence à se détendre et à créer un lien avec les personnes qui prennent soin de lui. Il est affectueux mais n'aime pas du tout les manipulations, notamment au niveau des pattes. Venez le rencontrer et laissez-vous attendrir par ce jeune chien si attachant !

Size
Large
Age
Young · 3 years
Location
🇫🇷Nantes
Shelter
Bouguenais)
Living with URBAN
  • Good with dogs
  • Has special needs
Cared for by Bouguenais) · NantesLearn about Mixed Breed

Listed 3 months ago

Bringing URBAN home

What you'll need for URBAN 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
  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

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    €20–35

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About URBAN

What life with URBAN looks like

URBAN is a large young adult mixed breed dog waiting at Bouguenais) in Nantes.

An young adult dog fits most household rhythms once the first couple of weeks of adjustment pass. A larger dog like this one needs daily off-leash time when possible — a fenced yard or regular access to safe walking trails. Plan a "decompression fortnight" — quiet routine, no visitors, no off-leash adventures — to let them settle.

Note from the shelter: Dislikes handling especially of paws, avoids other dogs, stressed in shelter environment

🇫🇷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 URBAN, answered.

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