How do I contact the shelter about Zen?

Use the phone, email, or website link in the sidebar of this page. SPA de l handles screening and the adoption contract directly — TailHarbor doesn't broker the conversation. When you reach out, mention you saw Zen on TailHarbor so they know which animal you're asking about.

Can I adopt Zen if I live in another country?

Yes, in most cases. Rescues across Europe routinely place animals abroad — SPA de l 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 Zen 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 Zen 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 de l early rather than rehoming privately; they know Zen 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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Zen

Mixed Breed · Male · Adult · 6 years

Zen is a lovely dog who recently arrived from the shelter. ❤️ He is very sociable with humans and is a lovable dog who enjoys the presence and moments of complicity with the people who care for him. 🥰 🌳 Zen also loves walks, an opportunity for him to exercise and enjoy all the good smells! With his little paws, he is eager to go on adventures. 🐾 🐶 His compatibility with other dogs is yet to be discovered. Tests will be conducted soon to better understand his affinities. Once again, Zen is waiting for a family who can offer him beautiful walks, presence and a lot of affection. 🏡 📋 Please note: for any adoption, a commitment certificate is required and must be valid before adoption. It allows you to take the time to think carefully about welcoming an animal and to ensure that its needs can be fully respected. Monday, Wednesday, Thursday 1:30 pm - 4:30 pm Saturday 2:00 pm - 5:00 pm Copyright © 2025. All rights reserved SPA de l'Yonne. Made with ♥ by Au Service du Web

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Zen est un adorable chien arrivé récemment de fourrière. ❤️ Très sociable avec l’humain, c’est un loulou attachant qui apprécie la présence et les moments de complicité avec les personnes qui s’occupent de lui. 🥰 🌳 Zen aime également les balades, l’occasion pour lui de se dépenser et de profiter de toutes les bonnes odeurs ! Avec ses petites pattes, il ne demande qu’à partir à l’aventure. 🐾 🐶 Ses ententes avec les autres chiens restent encore à découvrir. Des tests seront réalisés prochainement afin de mieux connaître ses affinités. Encore une fois, Zen attend une famille qui pourra lui offrir de belles promenades, de la présence et beaucoup d’affection. 🏡 📋 À noter : pour toute adoption, un certificat d’engagement est obligatoire et doit être valable avant l’adoption. Il permet de prendre le temps de bien réfléchir à l’accueil d’un animal et de s’assurer que ses besoins pourront être pleinement respectés. lundi, mercredi, jeudi13h30 – 16h30samedi14h00 – 17h00 Copyright © 2025. Tous droits réservés SPA de l’Yonne. Fais avec ♥️ par Au Service du Web

Size

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Age

Adult · 6 years

Location

🇫🇷Auxerre

Shelter

SPA de l

Living with Zen

✓Good with dogs

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Bringing Zen home

What you'll need for Zen in week one.

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About Zen

What life with Zen looks like

Zen is a adult mixed breed dog waiting at SPA de l in Auxerre.

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.

Auxerre, France — browse more dogs in France.

Frequently asked

Adopting Zen, answered.

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