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Adopt Nik (Нік)

Male · Senior · 11 years

What happened to his family, we don't know. They died during shelling, or they were evacuated - it's unknown. We only know that Nika was found immediately after the occupation of Kyivshchyna, on the road. He was in a harness - confused, unfortunate, very dirty and hungry. The puppy is of medium size, very gentle and nice, lively, playful and very beautiful. Yes, he is 10+, he is blind, but this does not prevent him from enjoying life. Our puppy is 28 kg of positivity and joy. Despite the pain and difficulties he has gone through, he has a wonderful smile.

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Що сталося з його родиною, ми не знаємо.Загинули під час обстрілів, чи евакуювалися- невідомо.Знаємо тільки, що Ніка знайшли одразу ж після окупації Київщини, на трасі.Він був в нашийнику- розгублений, нещасний, дуже брудний і голодний. Песик середнього зросту, дуже ніжний і милий , жвавий , грайливий і дуже красивий.Так, йому 10+, він сліпий, але це не заважає йому радіти життю. Наш песик- це 28 кг позитиву і радощів.Не зважаючи на біль і труднощі, через які він пройшов, він має чудову посмішку.

Size
Medium
Age
Senior · 11 years
Location
🇺🇦Kyiv
Shelter
Sirius Shelter
Living with Nik (Нік)
  • Good with kids
  • Has special needs
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Cared for by Sirius Shelter · Kyiv

Listed 1 month ago

Bringing Nik (Нік) home

What you'll need for Nik (Нік) 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 Nik (Нік)

What life with Nik (Нік) looks like

Nik (Нік) is a medium-sized senior dog waiting at Sirius Shelter in Kyiv.

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.

Note from the shelter: Blind, senior dog requiring special care and patience

🇺🇦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 Nik (Нік), answered.

How do I contact the shelter about Nik (Нік)?
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 Nik (Нік) on TailHarbor so they know which animal you're asking about.
Can I adopt Nik (Нік) 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 Nik (Нік) 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 Nik (Нік) 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 Nik (Нік) 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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