How do I contact the shelter about Billy?

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 Billy on TailHarbor so they know which animal you're asking about.

Can I adopt Billy 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 Billy 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 Billy 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 Billy 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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Billy

Cairn Terrier · Male · Adult · 4 years

Meet Billy, a cheerful and mischievous 3-year-old terrier. This handsome boy is looking for a new home after his previous owner had to give him up due to an allergy. Billy is a real companion dog who loves being around people. Young or old, he enjoys attention and loves to be part of family life. He's surprisingly calm and relaxed at home. During the day, he likes to take a nap and can enjoy a nice spot to sleep for hours. A garden or large balcony would be a great addition for Billy. Especially during warm days, he loves being outside and appreciates a cooling bath immensely. In the evening, he enjoys the company and prefers to snuggle up with you in bed. For Billy, it would be nice if he could continue this habit in his new home. During walks, Billy still needs some guidance. He finds other dogs and traffic particularly exciting, which can lead him to bark at them. With patience, understanding, and positive guidance, we expect him to make great progress in this area. For Billy, we are looking for a loving home where he doesn't have to be alone too much. He does best as the only pet, so all the attention is on him. A family with older children from around 10 years old would suit him well; this social boy really enjoys some liveliness and warmth in the house. Are you looking for a loyal friend who loves being close to his people and wants to have fun adventures with guidance? Then Billy might just be the dog you're looking for!

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Maak kennis met Billy, een vrolijke en eigenwijze terriër van 3 jaar oud. Deze knappe jongen is op zoek naar een nieuw thuis nadat zijn vorige eigenaar vanwege een allergie afstand van hem moest doen. Billy is een echte gezelschapshond die graag onder de mensen is. Jong of oud, hij geniet van aandacht en vindt het heerlijk om deel uit te maken van het gezinsleven. In huis is hij verrassend rustig en ontspannen. Overdag doet hij graag een dutje en hij kan uren genieten van een fijn plekje om te slapen. Een tuin of groot balkon zou voor Billy een grote meerwaarde zijn. Zeker tijdens warme dagen is hij dol op buiten zijn en een verkoelend badje weet hij enorm te waarderen. 's Avonds zoekt hij graag de gezelligheid op en kruipt hij het liefst lekker bij je op bed. Voor Billy zou het dan ook fijn zijn als hij deze gewoonte in zijn nieuwe thuis mag voortzetten. Tijdens wandelingen heeft Billy nog wat begeleiding nodig. Andere honden en voornamelijk verkeer vindt hij erg spannend, waardoor hij hier naar kan uitvallen. Met geduld, begrip en positieve begeleiding verwachten we dat hij hierin nog mooie stappen kan zetten. Voor Billy zoeken we een liefdevol thuis waar hij niet te veel alleen hoeft te zijn. Hij komt het beste tot zijn recht als enige huisdier, zodat alle aandacht lekker voor hem is. Eventueel een gezin met oudere kinderen vanaf ±10 zouden goed bij hem passen; wat gezelligheid en reuring in huis vindt deze sociale jongen namelijk erg leuk. Ben jij op zoek naar een trouwe vriend die graag dicht bij zijn mensen is en met begeleiding mooie avonturen wil beleven? Dan is Billy misschien wel precies de hond die je zoekt!

Size

Large

Age

Adult · 4 years

Location

🇳🇱Utrecht

Shelter

Dierenasiel Utrecht

Living with Billy

✓House-trained
✓Neutered
✕Good with dogs
✕Good with cats

Cared for by Dierenasiel Utrecht · Utrecht Learn about Cairn Terrier →

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About Billy

What life with Billy looks like

Billy is a large adult cairn terrier 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 Billy, answered.

How do I contact the shelter about Billy?: 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 Billy on TailHarbor so they know which animal you're asking about.
Can I adopt Billy 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 Billy 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 Billy 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 Billy 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.