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Layma (Лайма)

Mixed Breed · Female · Adult · 6 years

⚡ Laima — the one who survived the storm. The one who didn't burn. ⚡ Her name is Laima. The name of fate. And perhaps it was fate that led death away on the day when a human-like shadow brought her hell. A small body lay in the dust — injured, with a pierced head, lungs that could no longer breathe. Light for her was already fading, the thread of life stretched to the limit. But when we approached, she... wagged her tail. Lifted her head. With the last of her strength. And said with that movement: I'm still alive. And she survived. She won. Laima passed through the darkness where even the brightest souls fade. But she didn't go out. She became fire. Today she is like a lightning bolt. Her movements are swift, like wind in the mountains. Her paws are wings. She runs as if chasing freedom, or maybe fleeing from the past. And there is still fear. There is still caution in her eyes. She doesn't trust everyone. But if she does trust you, you'll see how her heart burns. It's not a fire of anger. It's a fire of strength, dreams, and hope. It's a fire of love that hasn't yet found its home, but passionately searches for it. 🔸 Laima isn't looking just for an owner — she's looking for her Human. The one with whom her steps will be lighter, and her soul calmer. The one before whom she one day will simply sit... and never run away again. Adoption conditions: — without chains, only as part of a family; — the territory must be securely fenced; — mandatory meeting and willingness to build trust gradually; — understanding that love sometimes comes not immediately, but forever. 📍 Poltava 📞 "Those who survive hell don't become weaker. They turn into fire that seeks someone to warm."

UK·Show original

⚡ Лайма — та, що пережила бурю. Та, що не згоріла. ⚡ Її ім’я — Лайма. Ім’я долі. І, мабуть, саме доля відвела смерть того дня, коли людиноподібна тінь принесла їй пекло. Маленьке тіло лежало в пилюці — поранене, з пробитою головою, з легенями, що вже не могли дихати. Світ для неї вже тьмянів, нитка життя натягнулась до краю. Але коли ми підійшли, вона… завиляла хвостиком. Підняла голову. З останніх сил. І сказала тим рухом: я ще жива. І вона вижила. Вона перемогла. Лайма пройшла крізь темряву, в якій гаснуть навіть найяскравіші душі. Але вона не згасла. Вона стала вогнем. Сьогодні вона — мов блискавка. Її рухи стрімкі, мов вітер у горах. Її лапи — крила. Вона біжить так, ніби женеться за свободою, або навпаки — тікає від минулого. І все ще є страх. Все ще є обережність у погляді. Вона не кожному довіриться. Але якщо довіриться — ти побачиш, як горить її серце. Це вогонь не злості. Це вогонь сили, мрії й надії. Це пожежа любові, яка ще не знайшла свого дому, але палко шукає. 🔸 Лайма шукає не просто хазяїна — вона шукає свою Людину. Ту, з якою її крок стане легшим, а душа — спокійнішою. Ту, перед якою вона одного дня просто сяде… і вже не втече. Умови всиновлення: — без ланцюгів, лише як частина родини; — територія має бути надійно огороджена; — обов’язкове знайомство й бажання будувати довіру поступово; — розуміння, що любов іноді приходить не відразу, але назавжди. 📍 м. Полтава 📞 «Ті, хто вижив у пеклі, не стають слабшими. Вони перетворюються на вогонь, що шукає, кого зігріти.»

Size
Medium
Age
Adult · 6 years
Location
🇺🇦Ukraine
Shelter
Happy Paw Poltava
Living with Layma (Лайма)
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Bringing Layma (Лайма) home

What you'll need for Layma (Лайма) 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 Layma (Лайма)

What life with Layma (Лайма) looks like

Layma (Лайма) is a medium-sized adult mixed breed dog waiting at Happy Paw Poltava in Ukraine.

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 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 Layma (Лайма), answered.

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