How do I contact the shelter about Hera?

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

Can I adopt Hera if I live in another country?

Yes, in most cases. Rescues across Europe routinely place animals abroad — DOA Dierenasiel Amsterdam 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 Hera 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 Hera 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 DOA Dierenasiel Amsterdam early rather than rehoming privately; they know Hera 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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Hera

Female · Puppy · 7 months

Hello, I am Hera and I am happy to introduce myself to you. Since recently, I have been at the DOA animal shelter because my previous owner could no longer take care of me. The first few days at the DOA were very exciting for me. I did not understand where I suddenly was. Luckily, there were kind people with patience who gave me the time and love to adapt. After a few days, I cautiously climbed onto their lap and began to thaw out. I enjoyed the hugs and started playing more and more. When I mustered the courage to go out into the field, I found it super fun and ran around joyfully. As you can read, I had to adapt to the new situation, which is something my caretakers see more of. At a new place, I tend to close up a bit and need some time to adapt. Once I am accustomed, you would hardly recognize me. I play, run, and fly around. I am still young and have a lot to learn. Therefore, I am looking for an owner who can guide me well. I need a lot of training, especially for outdoor walks. I have taught myself to chase after cyclists and motorbikers. This is not only unwanted behavior but can also be very dangerous if I collide with the vehicle. The DOA has already started training and practicing this with me, but it takes time to fully get rid of it. I am therefore not suitable for everyone and every living environment. I need an owner who has experience with dogs and who is willing to work with me. Someone who gives me confidence in new situations, who guides me through puberty, who works with me during walks. Someone who goes forward with me to help me grow and bloom into a loving, social, and self-assured dog.

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Hallo, ik ben Hera en ik stel mezelf graag aan je voor. Sinds kort zit ik bij het DOA dierenasiel omdat mij vorige baasje niet meer voor mij kon zorgen. De eerste paar dagen bij de DOA vond ik het heel erg spannend. Ik snapte totaal niet waar ik ineens was. Gelukkig waren er lieve mensen met geduld die mij de tijd en liefde gaven om te wennen. Na een aantal dagen kroop ik voorzichtig op schoot en ontdooide ik. Ik genoot van de knuffels en begon steeds meer te spelen. Toen ik het aandurfde om het veld op te gaan vond ik dat super leuk en rende ik vrolijk rondjes. Zoals je kunt lezen moest ik erg wennen aan de nieuwe situatie. Dat is iets wat mijn verzorgers meer terug zien komen. Op een nieuwe plek klap ik een beetje dicht en heb ik echt even tijd nodig om te wennen. Als ik eenmaal gewend ben herken je me bijna niet meer terug. Ik speel, ren en vlieg dan in het rond. Ik ben nog jong en heb nog heel veel te leren. Ik zoek daarom ook een baasje die mij goed kan begeleiden. Vooral met wandelen buiten heb ik veel training nodig. Ik heb mezelf aangeleerd om achter fietsers en brommers aan te jagen. Dit is niet alleen ongewenst gedrag maar kan ook erg gevaarlijk zijn als ik tegen het voertuig aankom. Bij de DOA zijn ze al begonnen om dit te trainen en te oefenen met mij maar het heeft tijd nodig om dit er helemaal uit te krijgen. Ik ben dan ook niet geschikt voor iedereen en elke woonomgeving. Ik heb een baasje nodig die ervaring heeft met honden en met mij aan de slag gaat. Die mij het vertrouwen geeft in nieuwe situaties, die mij door de pubertijd kan begeleiden, die met mij aan de slag gaat tijdens de wandelingen. Iemand die er samen met mij voor wil gaan om mij op te laten groeien en bloeien als een lieve, sociale en zelfverzekerde hond.

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Age

Puppy · 7 months

Location

🇳🇱Amsterdam

Shelter

DOA Dierenasiel Amsterdam

Living with Hera

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About Hera

What life with Hera looks like

Hera is a puppy/kitten dog waiting at DOA Dierenasiel Amsterdam in Amsterdam.

Puppies need routine, gentle socialization, and roughly two short outings a day for the first year. The first six months are the formative window — house-training, leash work, and quiet exposure to traffic, other dogs, and unfamiliar people happen now or not at all. Expect early-morning wake-ups and a few months of chewing.

🇳🇱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 Hera, answered.

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