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Dakota (Дакота)

Female · Young · 2 years

Hello! My name is Dakota. I resemble a border collie, and I already have many dreams about finding my own family. I love running, playing with toys, and learning new tricks. My eyes are full of curiosity, and I am always ready for adventures! I dream of a home where I will be loved, with plenty of space for playing and hugs. If you are looking for an active and devoted friend, I am here, ready to become a part of your life! Let's together make this world brighter!

UK·Show original

Привіт! Мене звуть Дакота. Я схожа на вівчарку, і в мене вже є багато мрій про те, як знайти свою родину. Я обожнюю бігати, гратися з іграшками і вивчати нові трюки. Мої очі сповнені цікавості, і я завжди готова до пригод! Я мрію про дім, де мене любитимуть, де буде багато місця для ігор і обіймів. Якщо ви шукаєте активного і відданого друга, я тут, готова стати частиною вашого життя! Давайте разом зробимо цей світ яскравішим! 🐾❤️

Size
Medium
Age
Young · 2 years
Location
🇺🇦Kyiv
Shelter
Sirius Shelter
Cared for by Sirius Shelter · Kyiv
More dogs in Kyiv →More dogs in Ukraine →

Listed 4 months ago

Bringing Dakota (Дакота) home

What you'll need for Dakota (Дакота) in week one.

Hand-picked · prices indicative

  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 Dakota (Дакота)

What life with Dakota (Дакота) looks like

Dakota (Дакота) is a medium-sized young adult dog waiting at Sirius Shelter in Kyiv.

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.

Kyiv, Ukraine — browse more dogs in Ukraine.

Frequently asked

Adopting Dakota (Дакота), answered.

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