SPA de Loire Atlantique
Nantes, France · 894 animals available
Animals at this shelter
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How to adopt from SPA de Loire Atlantique
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Find a match
Browse the available animals on this page, save your favourites, and check each animal's profile for personality traits and care needs.
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Get in touch
Use the contact details above — or click "Get contact info" on an animal's page — to reach out to the shelter. Mention which animal you're interested in.
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Application
Most shelters ask for a short written application covering your living situation, prior pet experience, and daily routine. This helps them find the best match for your home.
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Meet & greet
Visit the shelter in person — or arrange a video call for cross-border adoptions — to spend time with your potential new companion.
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Home check
Some shelters carry out a brief home visit or video walkthrough to make sure your space is a safe fit for the animal.
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Adoption day
Sign the adoption contract, pay any applicable adoption fee, and head home with your new family member.
Process and fees vary by shelter — contact SPA de Loire Atlantique directly for specifics.
About
About SPA de Loire Atlantique
SPA de Loire Atlantique is a dog rescue based in Nantes, France. There are currently 24 dogs listed for adoption.
The shelter typically takes in a mix of breeds — currently among the residents are Mixed Breed, Chihuahua, and Border Collie.
Adoption process
Adopting from Nantes
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.
When you find an animal you'd like to meet, contact SPA de Loire Atlantique directly using the website in the sidebar. TailHarbor doesn't take any role in the adoption itself — we just make it easier for you to find the animal in the first place.
For a full breakdown of cross-border adoption requirements from France, see our France import guide.
At a glance
Breeds currently at SPA de Loire Atlantique
Nearby
Other shelters in France
SPA de Loire Atlantique is one of 20+ TailHarbor-listed rescue shelters in France. If you're not finding the right match here, browse these:
- 30 Millions d'Amis — Paris (472 animals)
- 4 Pattes Oloron (1 animal)
- 4 Pattes Sans Frontieres (100 animals)
- ACPA Loiret 45 (7 animals)
- Action 4 Pets — action 4 pets (104 animals)
- Action 4 Pets — France (127 animals)
- ADAP (Pyrénées-Atlantiques) — Pau (4 animals)
- ADEO Association (Avignon) — Avignon (5 animals)
FAQ
Frequently asked questions
Where is SPA de Loire Atlantique located?
SPA de Loire Atlantique is in Nantes, France.
How many animals does SPA de Loire Atlantique have available for adoption?
SPA de Loire Atlantique currently has 894 animals listed on TailHarbor. That includes 24 dogs. The inventory is refreshed daily from the shelter's own listing system.
How do I adopt an animal from SPA de Loire Atlantique?
Browse the available animals on this page and pick one you'd like to meet. Then contact SPA de Loire Atlantique directly using the phone, email, or website link in the sidebar — SPA de Loire Atlantique handles the adoption process, not TailHarbor. 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.
Can I adopt from SPA de Loire Atlantique if I live in another country?
Yes. Cross-border adoption within the EU is straightforward thanks to the EU pet passport system. The animal needs to be at least 15 weeks old, microchipped to ISO 11784/11785, and have a valid rabies vaccination administered at least 21 days before travel. SPA de Loire Atlantique typically handles the vetting, chipping, and passport. The adopter coordinates the transport — common options include rescue networks (NGO-run road transport), professional pet-transport companies, "flight nannies" (volunteer in-cabin couriers), or self-drive pickups for shelters in neighbouring countries.
Is SPA de Loire Atlantique a verified shelter on TailHarbor?
SPA de Loire Atlantique is listed on TailHarbor based on data scraped from their own website, but TailHarbor has not yet manually verified the shelter's contact details. We recommend confirming details directly with the shelter before travelling for an adoption visit.
What is the adoption fee at SPA de Loire Atlantique?
TailHarbor does not track adoption fees — they vary by animal and by shelter, and are set by SPA de Loire Atlantique directly. Typical fees in France cover the animal's pre-adoption veterinary care (sterilization, vaccinations, microchip, pet passport). Contact SPA de Loire Atlantique via the sidebar details for the exact fee for an animal you're interested in.