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Border Collie · Female

WHISKY is an energetic dog who loves playing fetch and sharing moments of intimacy. She arrived at the shelter after the death of her owner and hopes to find a loving family today. A bit shy at first, she quickly reveals herself to be a joyful and very endearing companion who also enjoys cuddles. Social and friendly, she can get along with other dogs of the same species and shows no aggression towards cats. Whisky will need walks, playtime, and a bit of training to continue thriving. With patience and love, she will become a lively and faithful companion. Share this page on Facebook or X-Twitter to Adopt a Dog:

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WHISKY est une chienne pleine d'énergie qui adore jouer à la balle et partager des moments de complicité. Elle est arrivée au refuge après le décès de son propriétaire et espère aujourd'hui retrouver une famille aimante. Un peu craintive au début, elle se dévoile rapidement comme une compagne joyeuse et très attachante, qui apprécie aussi les câlins. Sociable, elle peut s'entendre avec ses congénères et ne montre pas d'agressivité envers les chats. Whisky aura besoin de balades, de jeux et d'un peu d'éducation pour continuer à s'épanouir. Avec de la patience et de l'amour, elle deviendra une fidèle compagne pleine de vie. Partager cette page sur facebook ou X-twitter Adopter un chien : WHISKY, chien BORDER COLLIE femelle de 7 ans

Size
Small
Age
Location
🇫🇷Paris
Shelter
Fondation Brigitte Bardot
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Cared for by Fondation Brigitte Bardot · ParisLearn about Border Collie

Listed 1 month ago

Bringing Whisky home

What you'll need for Whisky 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 Whisky

What life with Whisky looks like

Whisky is a small adult border collie dog waiting at Fondation Brigitte Bardot in Paris.

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 Whisky, answered.

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