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Adopt Abby

Female · Adult · 7 years

Get to know sweet Abby! Abby is a charming and affectionate lady seeking a quiet home where she can have all the attention for herself. With the arrival of a pup in the household, the dynamics within the family changed, and Abby unfortunately could not get along well with the other dog present. Therefore, we are now searching for a new place where she can fully come into her own. Abby is a true people dog and prefers to be close to you. She thoroughly enjoys delicious meals, nice walks, and of course, snuggling on the couch. Although she has her own bed, she much prefers to be cozy by you. At home, Abby can sometimes be a bit watchful, something that fits her involved personality. During walks, Abby walks nicely by your side, though she can be a tad independent at times. She does not necessarily need to meet other dogs or cats on the way; she can then be a bit reserved. Therefore, we are looking for a quiet environment and owners who can guide her in this. Abby also finds water fun, so on nice weather, a walk by the beach, a little lake, or a nice dip will certainly be appreciated. Abby had a good life in her previous home, and that is somewhat also visible. Besides her beautiful full coat, which requires regular grooming, she also needs to lose a bit of weight. At our shelter, she has therefore started a diet to become fit again. For Abby, we are looking for a household with one or two adults, without children or other animals. A spacious house with a garden would be ideal, as this is what she is used to. We are looking for people who are happy to go on adventures with her, can offer her clarity and calmness, and most importantly, a warm bed — or of course, a spot on the couch — for her. Do you think Abby would be perfect for you? Contact us then to meet her!. This animal is not suitable for homes with children.

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Maak kennis met lieve Abby! Abby is een gezellige en aanhankelijke dame die op zoek is naar een rustig thuis waar zij alle aandacht voor zichzelf mag hebben. Door de komst van een pup in huis veranderde de dynamiek binnen het gezin en kon Abby helaas niet meer goed overweg met de andere aanwezige hond. Daarom zoeken wij nu een nieuw plekje waar zij helemaal tot haar recht kan komen. Abby is een echte mensenhond en is het liefst dicht bij je in de buurt. Ze geniet volop van lekker eten, fijne wandelingen en natuurlijk van knuffelen samen op de bank. Hoewel ze een eigen mand heeft, ligt ze veel liever gezellig bij je. In huis kan Abby soms wat waaks zijn, iets wat goed past bij haar betrokken karakter. Tijdens wandelingen loopt Abby fijn met je mee, al kan ze af en toe nog een tikkeltje eigenwijs zijn. Andere honden of katten onderweg hoeft ze niet zo nodig te ontmoeten; ze kan dan uitvallen. Daarom zoeken wij voor haar een rustige omgeving en baasjes die haar hierin goed kunnen begeleiden. Water vindt Abby trouwens ook leuk, dus met mooi weer een wandeling langs het strand, een meertje of lekker pootjebaden zal ze zeker waarderen. Abby heeft het in haar vorige thuis erg goed gehad en dat is stiekem ook een beetje aan haar te zien 😉. Naast haar mooie volle vacht, die regelmatig verzorging nodig heeft, mag er ook nog wat gewicht af. Bij ons is ze daarom begonnen aan een dieet, zodat ze weer lekker fit kan worden. Voor Abby zoeken wij een huishouden met één of twee volwassenen, zonder kinderen of andere dieren. Een ruim huis met een tuin zou ideaal zijn, dit is ze namelijk gewend. We zoeken mensen die graag met haar op pad gaan, haar duidelijkheid en rust kunnen bieden en vooral een warme mand — of natuurlijk een plekje op de bank — voor haar over hebben. Denk jij dat Abby perfect bij jou past? Neem dan contact met ons op om kennis met haar te maken!

Size
Large
Age
Adult · 7 years
Location
🇳🇱Utrecht
Shelter
Dierenasiel Utrecht
Living with Abby
  • House-trained
  • Spayed
  • Good with dogs
  • Good with cats
  • Good with kids
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Cared for by Dierenasiel Utrecht · Utrecht

Listed 2 weeks ago

Bringing Abby home

What you'll need for Abby 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 Abby

What life with Abby looks like

Abby is a large adult dog waiting at Dierenasiel Utrecht in Utrecht.

An 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.

🇳🇱Adopting from Netherlands

Dutch shelters typically require a household assessment and an adoption contract. Animals are routinely sterilized, microchipped, and registered in the national pet database (NDG) before placement.

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Frequently asked

Adopting Abby, answered.

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