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Mixed Breed · Male · Puppy · 6 months

Get to know Milo, a special young dog with a story that will touch you. Milo is only 6 months old, but has experienced more in his short life than a pup should ever have to. He was found tied to a fence and taken to the animal shelter by the animal ambulance. What he experienced before that, we will probably never know exactly. But one thing we are certain of, despite everything, is that Milo remains deeply fond of people. His trust, loyalty, and enthusiasm are admirable. Milo is no pup content with just a walk and a cuddle on the couch. Of course, he enjoys attention and being cozy, but he especially needs challenges, guidance, and clear direction. He is smart, eager to learn, and works incredibly well with people. We are already actively training him, and he thrives on it. He learns quickly, thinks along, and loves being busy. For Milo, we are therefore looking for a boss who is willing to invest a lot of time in him and enjoys training and working together. A dog school or advanced course is really important for him to help him grow into a stable dog. Other dogs are still exciting for Milo at the moment. He barks at them and shows a lot of uncertainty. He can also react guardedly at the fence. He watches his surroundings and barks when dogs or stimuli pass by. That's why the animal shelter is working hard on training to help him learn to remain calm at a distance, ignore other dogs, and focus on his handler. This is progressing step by step, but it's important that a future owner understands this and continues the training consistently. For that reason, we are not placing Milo with other dogs. Whether or not he will ever become social with his own kind, we don't know because we simply don't know enough about his past. But we have hope, precisely because he is still young and eager to learn. Milo does not seek a perfect home. He seeks someone who sees him, understands him, and is willing to build trust and calmness together with him. Someone who doesn't shy away from a challenge but instead enjoys the special bond that forms when you work, learn, and grow together. Are you that calm, patient, and involved boss who wants to give Milo a real second chance? Then Milo could very well become your best companion. Do you think you can give Milo a bright future? Send us an extensive email with: Name, address, place of residence and phone numberFamily composition (and ages of any children)Living situation (apartment/ground floor, garden/balcony, stairs/elevator)Work situation and work hoursExperience with dogsAny other pets & Email to:

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Maak kennis met Milo een bijzondere jonge hond met een verhaal dat je raakt. Milo is pas 6 maanden oud, maar heeft in zijn korte leven al meer meegemaakt dan een pup ooit zou moeten meemaken. Hij werd vastgebonden aan een hek gevonden en door de dierenambulance meegenomen naar het asiel. Wat hij daarvoor heeft meegemaakt, zullen we waarschijnlijk nooit precies weten. Maar één ding weten we wel zeker ondanks alles is Milo dol op mensen gebleven. Zijn vertrouwen, loyaliteit en enthousiasme zijn bewonderenswaardig. Milo is geen pup die tevreden is met alleen een wandeling en een knuffel op de bank. Natuurlijk geniet hij van aandacht en gezelligheid, maar hij heeft vooral uitdaging, begeleiding en duidelijkheid nodig. Hij is slim, leergierig en werkt ontzettend graag samen met mensen. We zijn al actief met hem aan het trainen en daar bloeit hij echt van op. Hij leert snel, denkt mee en vindt het geweldig om bezig te zijn. Voor Milo zoeken we daarom een baas die veel tijd in hem wil investeren en het leuk vindt om met hem te trainen en samen te werken. Een hondenschool of vervolgcursus is voor hem echt belangrijk om hem verder te helpen groeien tot een stabiele hond. Andere honden vindt Milo op dit moment nog spannend. Hij blaft naar ze en laat daarin veel onzekerheid zien. Ook langs het hek kan hij waaks reageren. Hij bewaakt zijn omgeving en slaat aan wanneer er honden of prikkels voorbij komen. Daarom wordt er in het asiel hard gewerkt aan training waarbij hij leert om op afstand rustig te blijven, honden te negeren en zich te focussen op zijn begeleider. Dat gaat stap voor stap vooruit, maar het is belangrijk dat een toekomstige eigenaar dit begrijpt en deze training consequent voortzet. Om die reden plaatsen we Milo niet bij andere honden. Of hij ooit sociaal zal worden met soortgenoten weten we niet daarvoor kennen we zijn verleden simpelweg niet goed genoeg. Wel hebben we hoop, juist omdat hij nog jong is en zo graag leert. Milo zoekt geen perfect huis. Hij zoekt iemand die hem ziet, hem begrijpt en bereid is om samen met hem verder te bouwen aan vertrouwen en rust. Iemand die niet schrikt van een uitdaging, maar juist geniet van de bijzondere band die ontstaat wanneer je samen werkt, leert en groeit. Ben jij die rustige, geduldige en betrokken baas die Milo een echte tweede kans wil geven? Dan zou Milo zomaar jouw allerbeste maatje kunnen worden. Denk jij dat jij Milo een mooi toekomst kunt geven? Stuur ons dan een uitgebreide mail met: Naam, adres, woonplaats en telefoonnummerGezinssamenstelling (en leeftijden van eventuele kinderen)Woonsituatie (beneden-/bovenwoning, tuin/balkon, trap/lift)Werksituatie en werktijdenErvaring met hondenEventuele andere huisdieren &; Mailen kan naar:

Size
Medium
Age
Puppy · 6 months
Location
🇳🇱Rotterdam
Shelter
Dierenopvang Rotterdam
Living with Milo de pup
  • Neutered
  • Good with dogs
  • Good with cats
  • Good with kids
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Bringing Milo de pup home

What you'll need for Milo de pup in week one.

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  1. 01
    Required by most shelters

    Trixie Transport Box

    Sturdy plastic carrier — 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 · 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 — rescues often have joint issues from kennels.

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    €30–60
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    Safer than a collar

    Padded Y-Front Harness

    Escape-proof for spooky rescues. Safer than a collar in week one.

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About Milo de pup

What life with Milo de pup looks like

Milo de pup is a medium-sized puppy/kitten mixed breed dog waiting at Dierenopvang Rotterdam in Rotterdam.

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 Milo de pup, answered.

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