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Kyra

Female · Senior · 9 years

Kyra is a loving, affectionate senior dog who still has plenty of energy and enthusiasm for life. She adores people, gets along wonderfully with other dogs and loves long walks, open spaces and the chance to stretch her legs. Sadly, Kyra was brought to the shelter by her previous owner, who felt she was too old. Despite this difficult change, she remains friendly, trusting and full of love to give. Kyra would suit a home where she can enjoy regular walks, companionship and a comfortable place to relax. A quieter environment, perhaps with someone who enjoys an active lifestyle without a busy household, could be ideal for her. She would love an adopter who sees beyond her age and appreciates everything she still has to offer. Kyra gets along well with other dogs but cannot live with cats. This lovely girl deserves a home where she can feel safe, cherished and part of a family again. Could you give Kyra the loving retirement she deserves?

Size

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Age

Senior · 9 years

Location

🇬🇧United Kingdom

Shelter

Starlight Barking Trust

Living with Kyra

✕Good with dogs
✕Good with cats

Cared for by Starlight Barking Trust · United Kingdom

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About Kyra

What life with Kyra looks like

Kyra is a senior dog waiting at Starlight Barking Trust in United Kingdom.

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 United Kingdom

UK shelters work under the Pet Travel Scheme (post-Brexit, the EU pet passport is not valid; a UK Animal Health Certificate is required for travel into the EU). Most UK rescues focus on domestic placements but some work with EU partners.

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Frequently asked

Adopting Kyra, answered.

How do I contact the shelter about Kyra?: Use the phone, email, or website link in the sidebar of this page. Starlight Barking Trust handles screening and the adoption contract directly — TailHarbor doesn't broker the conversation. When you reach out, mention you saw Kyra on TailHarbor so they know which animal you're asking about.
Can I adopt Kyra if I live in another country?: Yes, in most cases. Rescues across Europe routinely place animals abroad — Starlight Barking Trust 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. UK adopters: post-Brexit travel into the EU requires an Animal Health Certificate. Transport is usually a separate cost, so ask for the exact figure before you commit.
Is Kyra 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 Kyra 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 Starlight Barking Trust early rather than rehoming privately; they know Kyra 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 (EN). 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.