How do I contact the shelter about Balou?

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

Can I adopt Balou if I live in another country?

Yes, in most cases. Rescues across Europe routinely place animals abroad — Border Line Collie 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 Balou 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 Balou 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 Border Line Collie early rather than rehoming privately; they know Balou 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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Balou

Mixed Breed · Unknown · Adult · 6 years

Balou (M) 6 years - adoption via BorderLineCollie Characteristics Birth date: 5/12/2017 Gender: Male Registered with LOF/LOSH/ISDS: No Disabilities: No Child compatibility: From about 16 years old Child dog compatibility: Must always be tested Cat compatibility: No Other compatibility: No Character The owners describe Balou as a happy and playful border collie who loves to play with balls and really enjoys walks in the woods or on the beach. He is still full of energy! However, the problem is that Balou cannot get used to the presence of young children in the house. The noise and activity in the house cause him a lot of stress, and to express his frustration, he bites the door frame and/or the chair or even the television screen. He can no longer find peace in the house. Because of this high level of stress, Balou attacks other dogs, cats, cyclists, scooters, and people wearing post NL clothes in the street. During a walk, Balou bit a child on a bicycle. The owners attribute this incident to the high level of stress Balou experiences during walks. The owners have lost confidence in Balou and have asked BLC to find him another home. Background Balou arrived at his owners' home as a puppy. He has attended several training classes and knows a large number of commands and tricks. At home, there are several agility equipment and Balou really likes to do something with them. He also goes to the daycare twice a week and plays with about twenty dogs, which he really enjoys. Balou can be left alone at home for several hours without any problems; he knows the crate but hardly ever lies in it; in the car, he is calm. He has not been tested with sheep. Balou does not like unexpected movements, the veterinarian, brushing, thunderstorms, and fireworks.

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Balou (M) 6 ans – adoption via BorderLineCollie Caractéristiques Date de naissance: 5/12/2017 Sexe: Mâle Inscrit au LOF/LOSH/ISDS: Non Handicaps: Non Entente enfants: à partir de 16 ans environ Entente chiens: doit toujours être essayé Entente chats: Non Entente autre: Non CaractèreLes propriétaires décrivent Balou comme un border collie joyeux et joueur qui adore jouer avec des balles et qui aime beaucoup les promenades dans les bois ou sur la plage. Il est encore plein d'énergie ! Cependant, le problème est que Balou ne peut pas s'habituer à la présence du jeune enfant dans la maison. Le bruit et l'agitation dans la maison lui causent beaucoup de stress et, pour exprimer sa frustration, il mord le chambranle de la porte et/ou la chaise ou même l'écran de télévision. Il n'arrive absolument plus à trouver la sérénité dans la maison. En raison de ce niveau de stress élevé, Balou s'en prend dans la rue aux autres chiens, aux chats, aux cyclistes, aux scooters, aux personnes en vêtements post NL. Lors d'une promenade, Balou a mordu un enfant à vélo. Les propriétaires attribuent cet incident au niveau de stress élevé de Balou pendant les promenades. Les propriétaires ont perdu confiance en Balou et ont demandé à BLC de lui trouver un autre foyer. HistoireBalou est arrivé chez ses propriétaires en tant que chiot. Il a suivi plusieurs cours à l'école canine et connaît un grand nombre d'ordres et de trucs. A la maison, il y a quelques équipements d'agilité et Balou aime beaucoup faire quelque chose avec. Il va également à la garderie deux fois par semaine et y joue avec une vingtaine de chiens, ce qu'il aime beaucoup. Balou peut rester seul à la maison pendant plusieurs heures sans problème ; il connaît la cage mais ne s'y couche presque plus jamais; dans la voiture, il est calme. Il n'a pas été testé avec des moutons. Balou n'aime pas les mouvements inattendus, le vétérinaire, le brossage, les orages et les feux d'artifice. Les personnes qui ont effectué la visite à domicile pour BLC ont été accueillies avec enthousiasme et joie par Balou. Bien qu'il n'ait pas montré de comportement intrusif, il a indiqué en apportant des jouets qu'il voulait vraiment faire quelque chose. Au cours d'une courte promenade, le niveau de stress élevé a été rapidement remarqué ; cependant, nous avons remarqué que Balou n'avait que peu d'occasions de renifler et de "faire quelque chose pour lui". Foyer recherchéPour Balou, BLC recherche des adoptants qui lui redonneront confiance dans le monde des humains et des animaux qui l'entourent. De ce qui précède, il est clair qu'un foyer et un environnement de vie calmes sont importants pour Balou. Le côté actif de Balou devra être à nouveau utilisé ! BLC travaille avec un questionnaire, une visite à domicile et un contrat d’adoption. BorderlineCollie est une association sans but lucratif. Afin de poursuivre notre travail d'accueil et de réadaptation des Border Collies, nous demandons une participation aux frais d'adoption pour les chiens que nous replaçons. Adoption Castré/Stérilisée: Oui Vaccin: Oui Identifiant: 528210004762787 Adresse: Mijdrecht, Pays-Bas Personne de contact: Iep VAN de LAAR-OUTSMA ou Veerle Baekelandt via messenger Email: Share on PinterestPartager avec vos amisYour NameYour EmailRecipient EmailEnter a MessageJ\'ai lu cet article et je l\'ai trouvé très intéressant, je pense qu\'il pourrait te plaire. Cet article s\'appelle \"Balou (M) 6 ans – adoption via BorderLineCollie \" et se situe à l\'adresse suivante:

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Age

Adult · 6 years

Location

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Shelter

Border Line Collie

Living with Balou

✓Neutered
✓Good with dogs
✕Good with kids

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Bringing Balou home

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About Balou

What life with Balou looks like

Balou is a adult mixed breed dog waiting at Border Line Collie in borderlinecollie.

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 Balou, answered.

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