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Balu (Балу)

Mixed Breed · Male · Young · 3 years

We found him as a puppy — he was about six months old. Kherson region, destroyed streets, silence that makes your spine tingle. And he — small, a bit scared, but already then with a spark in his eyes. Now Balu is two years old. He grew up with us. He has seen many different dogs, many people. He knows what it's like to be safe. But he still doesn't have his own home. And we see — he really needs his own person who will always be by his side. Balu is active, cheerful, a real energy booster. He loves people, seeks contact, adores attention. With other dogs — differently, it all depends on the acquaintance. Walks are his element. If you love movement — you're on the right track. Vaccinated, neutered, healthy. This is a dog you won't regret. Who will greet you at the door, bring a toy and look into your eyes as if the whole world has gathered in one glance. If you feel he is yours — write to us. Maybe he was waiting for you.

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Ми знайшли його щеням — йому було десь пів року. Херсонщина, розбиті вулиці, тиша, від якої холоне спина. А він — маленький, трохи переляканий, але вже тоді з вогником у погляді. ⠀ Зараз Балу два роки. Він виріс у нас. Бачив багато різних собак, багато людей. Він знає, як це — бути у безпеці. Але свого дому він досі не має. ⠀ І ми бачимо — йому дуже потрібна своя людина,яка буде поруч завжди. ⠀ Балу активний, веселий, справжній енерджайзер. Любить людей, тягнеться до контакту, обожнює увагу. З іншими собаками — по-різному, все залежить від знайомства. Прогулянки — його стихія. Якщо ви любите рух — вам по дорозі. Вакцинований, кастрований, здоровий. ⠀ Це пес, з яким не засумуєш. Який буде зустрічати вас біля дверей, приносити іграшку й дивитись в очі так, ніби весь світ зібрався в одному погляді. ⠀ Якщо відчуваєте, що він ваш — напишіть нам. Можливо, він чекав саме на вас.

Size
Medium
Age
Young · 3 years
Location
🇺🇦Ukraine
Shelter
Happy Paw Kyiv Oblast
Living with Balu (Балу)
  • Vaccinated
  • Neutered
Cared for by Happy Paw Kyiv Oblast · UkraineLearn about Mixed Breed

Listed 3 months ago

Bringing Balu (Балу) home

What you'll need for Balu (Балу) 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 Balu (Балу)

What life with Balu (Балу) looks like

Balu (Балу) is a medium-sized young adult mixed breed dog waiting at Happy Paw Kyiv Oblast in Ukraine.

An young 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 Ukraine

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 Balu (Балу), answered.

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