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Orion (Оріон)

Mixed Breed · Male · Adult · 6 years

They found him in the village of Tomina Balka — in a house that had nearly burned down after a Russian attack on civilians. There was no life left there: ash, debris, the smell of smoke. And a cat barely breathing. When Orion was found, he was unconscious. His breathing was barely noticeable. It was that moment between miracle and end. And a miracle happened: his life was saved. But his eyes — no. He lost them forever. Orion lives in complete darkness. He doesn't see people, doesn't see hands reaching out to him with care. He hears. And he still fears loud sounds. He feels. His world is smells, touch, and silence. Any sudden sound brings him back to that burning house. He will not regain his sight. The war cannot be erased. But he deserves another life. A life filled with love, care, and safety. A life where darkness is not about loneliness.

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Його знайшли в селі Томіна Балка — у будинку, який майже згорів після ворожої атаки росіян по мирних жителях. Там уже не було життя: попіл, уламки, запах диму. І кіт, який ледь дихав. Коли Оріона знайшли, він був непритомний. Дихання — ледве помітне. Це була та межа, де або диво, або кінець. І диво сталося: його життя вдалося врятувати. Але зір — ні. Очі він втратив назавжди. Оріон живе у повній темряві. Він не бачить людей, не бачить рук, які тягнуться до нього з турботою. Він чує. І досі боїться гучних звуків. Він відчуває. Його світ — це запахи, дотики і тиша. Будь-який різкий звук повертає його туди, у той згорілий дім. Йому не повернути зір. Не стерти те, що з ним зробила війна. Але він заслуговує на інше життя. Життя, в якому є любов, турбота і безпека. Життя, де темрява — не про самотність.

Size
Age
Adult · 6 years
Location
🇺🇦Ukraine
Shelter
Happy Paw Kyiv Oblast
Living with Orion (Оріон)
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Bringing Orion (Оріон) home

What you'll need for Orion (Оріон) in week one.

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  1. 01
    Required by most shelters

    Hard-Shell Cat Carrier

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  2. 02

    Feliway Calming Spray

    Cat-specific pheromone. Spritz the carrier 15 min before pickup.

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    €18–25
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    Covered Litter Box

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    €25–45
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    Clumping Cat Litter

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    Litter Scoop + Stand

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    Sturdy Scratching Post

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About Orion (Оріон)

What life with Orion (Оріон) looks like

Orion (Оріон) is a adult mixed breed cat waiting at Happy Paw Kyiv Oblast in Ukraine.

An adult cat usually shows their personality within a week. Give them a quiet room with everything they need (food, water, litter, hiding spot) and let them choose when to explore. Don't force interaction — every cat decides for themselves when a new home counts as home.

🇺🇦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 Orion (Оріон), answered.

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