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Adopt Marusya (Маруся)

Mixed Breed · Female · Senior · 9 years

A smiling dog Marusya pitbull (american pit bull terrier), she is 5 years old, urgently looking for her family! The dog loves people very much. It is incredibly sunny and kind dog! Completely home, apartment, couch beauty. Marusya is physically very strong, weight about 30 kg, yet graceful, playful, active. She acts like a puppy! She joyfully wants on the arms. She loves being petted, when talked to and praised. Well trained, does not soil indoors, walks on a leash outdoors. Adores long walks, capable of learning commands. Requires some correction in obedience. Very cautious towards cats and dogs, loud people and too active, shouting children. Given only to experts of the breed (those who had such dogs), only to people who are ready to raise the dog with love and care. Without breaking her naturalness.

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Собака-улыбака Маруся питбуль (американский питбультерьер), ей 5 лет, СРОЧНО ищет свою семью! Собака очень любит людей. Это неимоверно солнечная и добрая собачка! Совершенно домашняя, квартирная, диванная красотка. Маруся физически очень сильная, вес около 30 кг, при этом грациозная, игрива, подвижна. Чудит , как щенок! С восторгом, она просится на ручки. Страшно любит, когда ее гладят, когда с ней разговаривают и хвалят. Воспитана, не пачкает в помещении, терпит, ходит на поводке по улице. Обожает долгие прогулки, способна в обучении командам. Требуется немного откорректировать послушание. Очень настороженно относится к кошкам и собакам, к громким людям и слишком активным , кричащим детям. Отдаётся только знатокам породы (тем у кого были такие собаки), только тем людям, которые готовы воспитывать собаку с любовью и заботой. Не ломая ее непосредственность. Стерилизована От глистов и блох обработана Кушает сухой корм Привита

Size
Age
Senior · 9 years
Location
🇺🇦Ukraine
Shelter
Happy Paw Dnipro
Living with Marusya (Маруся)
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Bringing Marusya (Маруся) home

What you'll need for Marusya (Маруся) 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 Marusya (Маруся)

What life with Marusya (Маруся) looks like

Marusya (Маруся) is a senior mixed breed dog waiting at Happy Paw Dnipro in Ukraine.

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 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 Marusya (Маруся), answered.

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