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Husky · Male · Senior · 9 years

Shadow is a beautiful husky almost 10 years old with a particularly gentle and kind character. He has a loyal nature and clearly enjoys quiet walks and the company of his people. Shadow is housebroken, can stay alone well, and deals calmly with other dogs. At home, he is a quiet presence who likes to find his own spot and is satisfied with a stable, predictable environment. His gentle gaze and calm energy make him an ideal friend for someone looking for a dog that still enjoys life, but doesn't need to have things too busy. Due to his age, Shadow mainly needs a quiet home where he isn't overwhelmed by stimuli. Huskies are known for their alertness and slight wariness, which is shown in Shadow's tendency to observe new situations first. He is not a dog for a busy family or an environment with a lot of constant activity.

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Shadow is een prachtige husky van bijna 10 jaar oud met een bijzonder zachtaardig en lief karakter. Hij heeft een trouwe aard en hij geniet zichtbaar van rustige wandelingen en het gezelschap van zijn mensen. Shadow is zindelijk, kan goed alleen blijven en gaat op een kalme manier om met andere honden. In huis is hij een rustige aanwezigheid, die graag zijn eigen plekje opzoekt en tevreden is met een stabiele, voorspelbare omgeving. Zijn zachte blik en rustige energie maken van hem een ideale vriend voor wie op zoek is naar een hond die nog graag geniet, maar het niet meer te druk hoeft te hebben. Door zijn leeftijd heeft Shadow vooral nood aan een rustige thuis waar hij niet overspoeld wordt door prikkels. Huskies staan bekend om hun alertheid en lichte waakzaamheid, wat zich bij Shadow uit in het feit dat hij nieuwe situaties eerst even wil observeren. Hij is geen hond voor een druk gezin of een omgeving met veel constante activiteit.

Size
Age
Senior · 9 years
Location
🇧🇪Gent
Shelter
Dierenasiel Gent
Living with Shadow
  • House-trained
  • Good with dogs
  • Good with kids
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Listed 1 week ago

Bringing Shadow home

What you'll need for Shadow 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
  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 Shadow

What life with Shadow looks like

Shadow is a senior husky dog waiting at Dierenasiel Gent in Gent.

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.

🇧🇪Adopting 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.

Gent, Belgium browse more dogs in Belgium.

Frequently asked

Adopting Shadow, answered.

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