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Aja

Mixed Breed · Unknown · Senior · 11 years

Aja's Story: A lonely grandmother living in America found companionship in a young puppy. Days passed quickly, the puppy grew, and the grandmother's health DECLINED. The house began to resemble a junkyard, and the windows let in less light. The young dog had NEVER BEEN TAKEN OUTSIDE! When the grandmother's health failed, caring neighbors called for medical help and took her to the hospital. Who would take care of the puppy? Certainly not the FAMILY, as they clearly didn't care about their SICK MOTHER. The neighbors brought the puppy to us. She was very scared, because let's face it, it's not easy for anyone to go outside in a car for the first time and then see a bunch of strangers and dogs. Every morning, Aja wakes up and realizes that the field is not scary and people are friends. P.S. Despite everything, Aja looks well cared for and trained.

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ŠVIESA O istorija tokia: sena močiutė, kurios šeima gyvena AMERIKOJE, pasijautė vieniša. Kad vakarai būtų ne tokie niūrūs, į kompaniją įsitaisė jauną šunelį. Dienos bėgo greitai, šunelis augo, o močiutės sveikata PRASTĖJO. Namai pradėjo virsti SAVARTYNU ir pro langus vis mažiau buvo matyti šviesos. Jaunas šuo per savo gyvenimą NIEKAD NEBUVO IŠVESTAS Į LAUKĄ! Visai sušlubavus senolės sveikatai, neabejingi kaimynai iškvietė medikus ir ją išvežė į ligoninę. Kas rūpinsis šuneliu? Tikrai ne ŠEIMA, nes akivaizdžiai nerūpėjo ir serganti MAMA. Kaimynai atvežė šunytę pas mus. Kiek išsigandusi, nes pripažinkime – kiekvienam būtų nejauku, pirmą kart išėjus į lauką važiuoti automobiliu ir po to išvysti dar būrį nepažįstamų žmonių, bei šunų. Po kiekvienos nakties – išaušta rytas ir Aja apsipras. Pamatys, kad laukas nėra baisus o žmonės yra draugai. P.S. Nepaisant visko, Aja tikrai atrodo prižiūrėta ir mokyta.

Size
Age
Senior · 11 years
Location
🇱🇹Lithuania
Shelter
NOJUS Gyvūnų gerovės namai
Cared for by NOJUS Gyvūnų gerovės namai · LithuaniaLearn about Mixed Breed

Listed 3 days ago

Bringing Aja home

What you'll need for Aja 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 Aja

What life with Aja looks like

Aja is a senior mixed breed dog waiting at NOJUS Gyvūnų gerovės namai in Lithuania.

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 Lithuania

The shelter typically completes the animal's vaccinations, microchipping, and pet passport before adoption. Specific fees and process details vary by shelter and country — confirm directly via the contact details in the sidebar.

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Frequently asked

Adopting Aja, answered.

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