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Mixed Breed Β· Unknown Β· Adult Β· 6 years

Sem is a beautiful 6-year-old Border Collie/White Shepherd mix who may have already caught your eye! She came to our shelter from a distance and is now looking for a new, loving home. Sem is an incredibly sweet dog who loves attention and cuddles. She can look at you with her big puppy eyes and who can resist such a face? However, Sem also has another side. Don't be fooled by her cute appearance, as she can be quite watchful. The herder blood is clearly in her character and her hunting instinct is also present. During walks, Sem can sometimes pull on the leash, but she is easy to guide and correct. With consistent training and the right guidance, we expect to see significant progress here. Sem finds other dogs very interesting and can become strongly focused on them during walks. This can manifest in barking and pulling on the leash. For Sem, we are looking for a nice home where she has enough space, but most of all, she gets the attention, clarity, and guidance that suits her. Sem loves being with her people, so we are looking for a place where she doesn't have to be alone too much. Do you think you can offer Sem the home she's looking for? Or have you become curious about this sweet, watchful lady? Please don't hesitate to contact us!

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Jullie hebben onze lieve Sem misschien al voorbij zien komen! Sem is een prachtige kruising Border Collie/Witte Herder van 6 jaar oud. Ze is via afstand bij ons in het asiel gekomen en is nu op zoek naar een nieuw, liefdevol thuis. Sem is een ontzettend lieve hond die graag aandacht en knuffels komt halen. Ze kan je daarbij aankijken met haar grote puppyogen en zeg nou zelf… wie kan zo’n koppie nu weerstaan? Toch heeft Sem ook een andere kant. Laat je dus niet alleen verleiden door haar lieve uiterlijk, want ze kan behoorlijk waaks zijn. Het herderbloed zit duidelijk in haar karakter en ook haar jachtinstinct is aanwezig. Tijdens het wandelen kan Sem soms flink trekken aan de riem, maar ze laat zich goed begeleiden en corrigeren. Met consequente training en de juiste begeleiding verwachten we dat hier zeker nog mooie stappen in te maken zijn. Andere honden vindt Sem erg interessant en hier kan ze tijdens het wandelen sterk op gefocust raken. Dit kan zich uiten in blaffen en trekken aan de riem. Voor Sem zoeken we een fijn thuis waar ze voldoende ruimte heeft, maar vooral ook de aandacht, duidelijkheid en begeleiding krijgt die bij haar past. Sem is graag bij haar mensen en daarom zoeken we een plek waar ze niet te veel alleen hoeft te zijn. Denk jij dat jij Sem het thuis kunt bieden waar ze naar op zoek is? Of ben je nieuwsgierig geworden naar deze lieve, waakse dame? Neem dan gerust contact met ons op!

Size
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Age
Adult Β· 6 years
Location
πŸ‡³πŸ‡±Netherlands
Shelter
Dierenasiel ter Marse / Stadskanaal
Living with Sem
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Bringing Sem home

What you'll need for Sem 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
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    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
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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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    €20–35

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About Sem

What life with Sem looks like

Sem is an adult mixed breed dog waiting at Dierenasiel ter Marse / Stadskanaal in Netherlands.

An adult dog fits most household rhythms once the first couple of weeks of adjustment pass. Two reasonable walks a day plus play time is usually enough. Plan a "decompression fortnight" β€” quiet routine, no visitors, no off-leash adventures β€” to let them settle.

πŸ‡³πŸ‡±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.

Netherlands, Netherlands β€” browse more dogs in Netherlands.

Frequently asked

Adopting Sem, answered.

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