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American Staffordshire Terrier · Male · Senior · 13 years

The touching Zenzo arrived at the shelter following an investigation of animal neglect. Arriving at the shelter with an untreated malignant testicular tumor, Zenzo was able to undergo surgery and is now seeking a family and a cozy basket for a well-deserved retirement in a ground-floor apartment. He can live with respectful children. Zenzo does not get along with dogs or cats. Zenzo is an American Staffordshire (Category 2 dog), so a dog license will be necessary for his adoption. For more information, feel free to contact an agent.

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Le touchant Zenzo est arrivé au refuge suite à une enquête pour maltraitance. Arrivé au refuge avec une tumeur testiculaire maligne non traitée, Zenzo a pu être opéré et recherche une famille et un panier douillet pour une retraite bien méritée dans un logement sans escaliers. Il pourra vivre avec des enfants respectueux. Zenzo ne s'entend ni avec les chiens ni avec les chats. Zenzo est American staffordshire (chien de catégorie 2) un permis de détention de chien de catégorie sera donc nécessaire pour son adoption. Pour plus de renseignements n'hésitez pas à vous rapprocher d'un agent.

Size
Medium
Age
Senior · 13 years
Location
🇫🇷Chamarande
Shelter
SPA Chamarande
Living with ZENZO CHAO
  • ✓Neutered
  • ✕Good with dogs
  • ✕Good with cats
  • ✓Good with kids
  • ✕Has special needs
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Bringing ZENZO CHAO home

What you'll need for ZENZO CHAO 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
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    Folding Wire Crate

    First-week safe space. Shelter dogs settle faster with a crate.

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    €50–80
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    Legal · EU

    Car Seatbelt Tether

    Legally required in most EU countries for transporting dogs.

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    €8–12
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    Adaptil Calming Spray

    Dog-specific pheromone diffuser. Worth it for the trip home.

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    €18–25
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    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 ZENZO CHAO

What life with ZENZO CHAO looks like

ZENZO CHAO is a medium-sized senior american staffordshire terrier dog waiting at SPA Chamarande in Chamarande.

Senior dogs settle in faster than younger ones. They want a soft bed, predictable meals, and short, sniff-heavy walks rather than runs. Many senior rescues bond deeply within weeks because they understand exactly how good a stable home is. Expect occasional vet visits for joint or dental care.

Note from the shelter: Recently treated for testicular tumor, needs ground floor housing without stairs, requires category 2 dog permit

🇫🇷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.

Chamarande, France — browse more dogs in France.

Frequently asked

Adopting ZENZO CHAO, answered.

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