How do I contact the shelter about Dexter?

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

Can I adopt Dexter if I live in another country?

Yes, in most cases. Rescues across Europe routinely place animals abroad — description 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 Dexter 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 Dexter 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 description early rather than rehoming privately; they know Dexter 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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Podenco · Male · Senior · 10 years

Animal shelter Tenerife (Sabine) Update January 2, 2026: It was a difficult search to place Dexter and Marie together and the animal shelter was not a suitable place for these two loyal senior souls. A very suitable place was found for Marie, so it has been decided to let her be adopted. We hope that Dexter will then easily find a home of his own to enjoy his retirement. Update November 14, 2025: After much consideration, it has been decided that Dexter will also be put up for adoption along with his girlfriend Marie via Podencoworld. Marie is a podenco mix. Together they have always lived with an owner who unfortunately passed away. Dexter and Marie are therefore already used to having a home. They are both elderly and taking them apart at this age would be heartbreaking, so Dexter and Marie should be adopted together. Who will give these two lovely seniors a chance? Update November 5, 2025: A new video has been added along with new photos showing clearly Dexter's bond with Marie. Input October 31, 2025: Our wonderful big kindhearted Dexter! He was adopted together with Marie (not a podenco), both as puppies almost 9 years ago. His owner passed away and so they came back to us. Dexter is a unique beautiful soul. From the outside with his nice shiny black "coat" but especially with his unchangeable kind and gentle character. There is simply nothing bad in him. He has a lovely uncomplicated character and likes being around people. Clumsiness or pushing himself is not in his vocabulary; this gentle giant is careful and kind to everyone. Even with this huge change and all the luxuries of a home he had to give up suddenly, he did wonderfully from minute one in the group. Dexter has been living with his girlfriend Marie for years, as shown in the video they have a lot of support for each other. Separating them would be very sad, but a retirement in an animal shelter is also not what we wish for Dexter. Hopefully they will both find a warm and loving home soon. Dexter is well socialized, can get along well with both female dog and dogs, can share perfectly and it's just a pleasure to have him around. In short, an uncomplicated, kind and pleasant companion who definitely belongs in a warm basket to enjoy many more beautiful years with his own human!

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Asiel Tenerife (Sabine) Update 2 januari 2026: Het was een lastige zoektocht om Dexter en Marie samen te plaatsen en het asiel was geen geschikte plek voor deze twee trouwe zieltjes op leeftijd. Er werd een zeer geschikte plek voor Marie gevonden waardoor er besloten is om haar toch al te laten adopteren. Wij hopen dat ook Dexter dan makkelijk een eigen thuis zal vinden om van zijn pensioen te genieten. Update 14 november 2025: Na wikken en wegen is besloten dat Dexter zijn vriendinnetje Marie, waar hij al zijn hele leven mee samenwoont ook ter adoptie wordt gesteld via Podencoworld. Marie is een podenco-mix. Samen hebben zij altijd bij een baasje gewoond welke helaas is overleden. Dexter en Marie zijn dus al een thuis gewend. Ze zijn al op leeftijd en hen op deze leeftijd nog uit elkaar halen is hartverscheurend, daarom zijn Dexter en Marie samen te adopteren. Wie geeft deze twee lieve senioren een kans? Update 5 november 2025: Er is een nieuwe video toegevoegd en nieuwe foto's waarop Dexter zijn band met Marie goed te zien is. Input 31 oktober 2025: Onze prachtige grote goedzak Dexter! Hij werd geadopteerd samen met Marie (geen podenco), beide als pup, bijna 9 haar geleden. Zijn baasje is overleden en dus kwamen ze terug naar ons. Dexter is een unieke prachtziel. Van buiten met zijn mooie zwart glanzende "jas" maar vooral met zijn onverbeterbaar lief en zachtaardig karakter. Er zit gewoon geen kwaads in hem. Hij heeft een heerlijk ongecompliceerd karakter en is graag onder de mens. Lompigheid of zich opdringen staat ook niet in zijn woordenboek, deze zachte reus is voorzichtig en lief met iedereen. Zelfs met deze enorme verandering en al de luxes van een eigen thuis die hij opeens heeft moeten inleveren, deed hij het vanaf minuut 1 geweldig in de groep. Dexter leeft al jaren met zijn vriendinnetje Marie samen, zoals in de video te zien hebben ze veel steun aan elkaar. Ze scheiden zou erg verdrietig zijn, maar een pensioen in een asiel is ook niet wat we Dexter toewensen.. Hopelijk vinden ze beide snel een warm en liefdevol thuis. Dexter is goed gesocialiseerd, kan goed met zowel teefjes als reutjes, kan voorbeeldig delen en het is gewoon een genot om hem om je heen te hebben. Kortom, een ongecompliceerd, lief en gezellig maatje die zonder twijfel in een warme mand thuis hoort om nog heel wat mooie jaartjes met een eigen mens samen te gaan genieten!

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Senior · 10 years

Location

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What life with Dexter looks like

Dexter is a senior podenco dog waiting at description in AL Ridderkerk.

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.

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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 Dexter, answered.

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