How do I contact the shelter about TOM?

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

Can I adopt TOM if I live in another country?

Yes, in most cases. Rescues across Europe routinely place animals abroad — Border Line Collie 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 TOM 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 TOM 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 Border Line Collie early rather than rehoming privately; they know TOM 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 (FR). 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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TOM

Mixed Breed · Unknown · Adult · 6 years

TOM (M) – 6 YEARS – LOOKING FOR FA BLC W134005172 Characteristics Date of birth: 1/07/2015 Sex: Male Registered with LOF/LOSH/ISDS: No Disabilities: No Child friendly: No Dog friendly: Yes Cat friendly: Not tested Other friendly: No Character The current owners of Tom found him at 9 months, he was already unstable and had a habit of escaping. Over time, the lack of activity made him more and more grumpy and aggressive, and he has bitten children in the family and even a neighbor on several occasions. However, during the pre-visit from our volunteer, he was calm and welcoming without any sign of aggression. Today, the owners no longer trust him and are afraid of him. He is not allowed inside the house and lives outside in an enclosure with access to the garage. His mistress says he is sensitive and unpredictable. But we think he is a dog that lacks appropriate activity. He has abilities for herding, he reacted to sheep and after the session he was calmer and more relaxed. We are looking for a foster family without children and without cats, who know the specifics of the breed and could provide him with sustained activity. Ideally, a sheep farmer, given his herding abilities. Story Foster home sought Adoption Neutered/spayed: Yes Vaccinated: Yes Identifier: 250 268 712 305 410 Address: Saint-Paul-lès-Dax, France Contact person: Martine Thomas via messenger Email: Share on PinterestShare with your friendsYour NameYour EmailRecipient EmailEnter a MessageI read this article and found it very interesting, I think you might like it. This article is called "Tom" and is located at the following address:

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TOM (M) – 6 ANS – RECHERCHE FA BLC W134005172 Caractéristiques Date de naissance: 1/07/2015 Sexe: Mâle Inscrit au LOF/LOSH/ISDS: Non Handicaps: Non Entente enfants: Non Entente chiens: Oui Entente chats: non testé Entente autre: Non CaractèreLes propriétaires actuels de Tom l’ont récupéré à 9 mois, il était déjà instable et avait l’habitude de fuguer. Au fils du temps le manque d’activité l’a rendu de plus en plus grincheux voit agressif et Il a pincé fortement à plusieurs reprises les enfants de la famille et également un voisin, pourtant lors de la prévisite de notre bénévole, il s’est montré calme et accueillant sans aucun signe d’agressivité Aujourd’hui, les propriétaires ne lui font plus confiance et le craignent du coup Il n’a pas accès à la maison et vit dehors dans un enclos avec accès garage. Sa maîtresse le dit sensible et imprévisible. Mais nous pensons qu’il s’agit d’un chien qui manque d’activité adaptées, il a des aptitudes au travail au troupeau, il s’est déclenché sur brebis et après la séance il était plus calme, plus posé. Nous recherchons pour lui une famille d’accueil sans enfant et sans chats, connaissant bien les spécificités de la race et qui pourrait lui apporter une activité soutenue. L’idéal serait un éleveur de brebis, compte tenu de ses aptitudes au troupeau. Histoire Foyer recherché Adoption Castré/Stérilisée: Oui Vaccin: Oui Identifiant: 250 268 712 305 410 Adresse: Saint-Paul-lès-Dax, France Personne de contact: Martine Thomas sur messenger Email: Share on PinterestPartager avec vos amisYour NameYour EmailRecipient EmailEnter a MessageJ\'ai lu cet article et je l\'ai trouvé très intéressant, je pense qu\'il pourrait te plaire. Cet article s\'appelle \"Tom\" et se situe à l\'adresse suivante:

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Age

Adult · 6 years

Location

🇫🇷borderlinecollie

Shelter

Border Line Collie

Living with TOM

✓Neutered
✕Good with cats
✕Good with kids

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Listed 1 month ago

Bringing TOM home

What you'll need for TOM in week one.

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About TOM

What life with TOM looks like

TOM is a adult mixed breed dog waiting at Border Line Collie in borderlinecollie.

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" — quiet routine, no visitors, no off-leash adventures — to let them settle.

🇫🇷Adopting from France

French refuges follow the SPA framework: adopters sign a cession contract that includes sterilization, vaccinations, microchip identification, and rabies passport. Fees are typically €150–€300. Many refuges work with rescue transport partners for cross-border placements.

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Frequently asked

Adopting TOM, answered.

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