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Bo

Female Β· Senior Β· 9 years

Alright, I'll just say it straight out... my life so far hasn't exactly been a fairy tale. After a seizure, I ended up at the shelter. Not my choice, of course, but I hope it really is the start of a much nicer chapter. Because honestly? I'm more than ready to finally find out what it feels like to truly have a home. Most people here don't know much about my past. Apparently I'm a bit of a mystery lover. 😏 What they do think? That I still need to learn to stay home alone, and that my house-training may need a bit more practice. No panic! With a little patience, a steady routine and a lot of "good girl, Bo!" I'll surely get quite far. And walks? That's where I score points! I walk nicely on the leash, without pulling your arm out of its socket. A proper lady, if I may say so myself. πŸ’β€β™€οΈπŸ• Other dogs aren't my thing for now. I've decided that I've gone without attention for years, so now I'd like to keep all the cuddles, treats and compliments to myself. That's why I'm looking for a home where I can be the only dog. No jealousy, no arguments about who gets the biggest bed... just me, you, and a lot of lovely moments together. What do you get in return? A cheerful, sweet girl with plenty of charm, lots of love to give, and the wish to finally experience what a warm family truly feels like.

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OkΓ©, ik zal het maar meteen meegeven... mijn leven is tot nu toe niet bepaald een sprookje geweest. Via een inbeslagname ben ik in het asiel beland. Niet mijn keuze natuurlijk, maar ik hoop dat het wΓ©l de start is van een veel mooier hoofdstuk. Want eerlijk? Ik ben er helemaal klaar voor om eindelijk eens te ontdekken hoe het voelt om Γ©cht een thuis te hebben. Over mijn verleden weten de mensen hier niet zo veel. Ik houd blijkbaar wel van een beetje mysterie. 😏 Wat ze wΓ©l denken? Dat ik het alleen thuisblijven nog wat moet leren en dat mijn zindelijkheid misschien nog wat verdere oefening vraagt. Geen paniek! Met een beetje geduld, een vaste routine en een hoop "braaf zo, Bo! " kom ik ongetwijfeld een heel eind. En wandelen? Daar scoor ik wΓ©l punten! Ik wandel mooi mee aan de leiband, zonder je arm uit de kom te trekken. Een keurige dame, als ik het zelf mag zeggen. πŸ’β€β™€οΈπŸ• Andere honden zijn voorlopig niet mijn ding. Ik heb besloten dat ik jarenlang genoeg aandacht heb moeten missen, dus nu wil ik graag alle knuffels, koekjes en complimentjes lekker voor mezelf houden. Daarom zoek ik een thuis waar ik de enige hond mag zijn. Geen jaloezie, geen discussie over wie de grootste mand krijgt... gewoon ik, jij en een heleboel mooie momenten samen. Wat krijg je ervoor terug? Een vrolijke, lieve meid met een flinke dosis charme, een hoop liefde om te geven en de wens om eindelijk te mogen ervaren hoe een warm gezin Γ©cht voelt.

Size
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Age
Senior Β· 9 years
Location
πŸ‡§πŸ‡ͺNinove
Shelter
Dierenasiel Ninove
Living with Bo
  • βœ“House-trained
  • βœ•Good with dogs
Cared for by Dierenasiel NinoveΒ Β· Ninove

Listed 1 month ago

Bringing Bo home

What you'll need for Bo in week one.

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  1. 01
    Required by most shelters

    Trixie Transport Box

    Sturdy plastic carrier β€” 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 Β· 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 β€” 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 Bo

What life with Bo looks like

Bo is a senior dog waiting at Dierenasiel Ninove in Ninove.

Senior dogs settle in faster than younger ones. They want a soft bed, predictable meals, and short, sniff-heavy walks rather than runs. Many senior rescues bond deeply within weeks because they understand exactly how good a stable home is. Expect occasional vet visits for joint or dental care.

πŸ‡§πŸ‡ͺAdopting from Belgium

Belgian shelters operate under regional law (Flanders, Wallonia, Brussels each have their own rules). All adoptions include the Eurochip, vaccinations, and a stewardship contract. Several Flemish shelters partner with Dutch and German rescue networks.

Ninove, Belgium β€” browse more dogs in Belgium.

Frequently asked

Adopting Bo, answered.

How do I contact the shelter about Bo?
Use the phone, email, or website link in the sidebar of this page. Dierenasiel Ninove handles screening and the adoption contract directly β€” TailHarbor doesn't broker the conversation. When you reach out, mention you saw Bo on TailHarbor so they know which animal you're asking about.
Can I adopt Bo if I live in another country?
Yes, in most cases. Rescues across Europe routinely place animals abroad β€” Dierenasiel Ninove 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. Transport is usually a separate cost, so ask for the exact figure before you commit.
Is Bo 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 β€” ask them directly if you need details on specific vaccines, recent bloodwork, or chronic conditions.
What happens if Bo isn't the right fit?
Every reputable rescue accepts an animal back if the adoption genuinely doesn't work β€” that's part of the standard contract. Talk it through with Dierenasiel Ninove early rather than rehoming privately; they know Bo 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 β€” 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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