How do I contact the shelter about Bertie?

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

Can I adopt Bertie if I live in another country?

Yes, in most cases. Rescues across Europe routinely place animals abroad — Dierentehuis Arnhem 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 Bertie 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 Bertie 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 Dierentehuis Arnhem early rather than rehoming privately; they know Bertie 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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Bertie

Mixed Breed · Male · Adult · 5 years

Bertie is a real adventurer! He finds people very nice and is always up for an adventure. Bertie probably has a congenital abnormality in the small brain, causing him to have a wobbly movement. This does not affect his mood, but sometimes makes him a bit clumsy and awkward. When you walk with him, he is mainly focused on his surroundings. On the leash, he tends to pull and it is harder to keep him from running off because he gets easily distracted. It is suspected that this can eventually be trained with a strong bond of trust. Bertie can find his peace and happily lie in his bed in his kennel, and then enthusiastically greet you when you come near him. Bertie enjoys playing with his companions, although he prefers to be the only dog in the house. We are looking for a new owner for Bertie who likes to go out with him, but also respects his physical condition. A spacious home where he can expend his energy is important for him. It is expected that Bertie can be placed well with older children.

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Dit is Bertie, een echte spring-in-’t-veld! Hij vindt mensen heel gezellig en is altijd in voor avontuur. Bertie heeft hoogstwaarschijnlijk een aangeboren afwijking aan de kleine hersenen, waardoor hij een wiebelende beweging maakt. Dit heeft geen invloed op zijn humeur, maar maakt hem soms wel wat lomp en onbenullig. Wanneer je met hem wandelt, is hij vooral bezig met zijn omgeving. Aan de lijn wil hij daardoor wat trekken en loslopen is lastiger doordat hij snel afgeleid is. Het vermoeden is dat dit uiteindelijk getraind kan worden met routine en een sterke vertrouwensband. Bertie kan prima zijn rust vinden en in zijn kennel tevreden in zijn mand liggen. Wanneer je bij hem in de buurt komt, wordt je uiteraard enthousiast begroet. Wat wij voor Bertie zoeken? Een nieuwe eigenaar die graag met hem onderneemt, maar ook zijn fysieke toestand respecteert. Daarnaast is een woning met veilige, afgesloten tuin belangrijk voor Bertie om zijn energie kwijt te kunnen. Naar verwachting kan Bertie prima bij wat oudere kinderen geplaatst worden. Bertie speelt graag met zijn soortgenoten, maar is hij wel graag de enige hond in huis. Ga terug

Size

Small

Age

Adult · 5 years

Location

🇳🇱Netherlands

Shelter

Dierentehuis Arnhem

Living with Bertie

✓Neutered
✕Good with dogs

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About Bertie

What life with Bertie looks like

Bertie is a small adult mixed breed dog waiting at Dierentehuis Arnhem in Netherlands.

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 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 Bertie, answered.

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