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Ziza (Зіза)

Mixed Breed · Female · Senior · 16 years

Ziza - this is an extraordinary dog with an amazing spirit. She was left on a chain in Chasovyy Yar, Donetsk region, she survived a severe injury (pelvic fragment wound). She was treated and transported to an animal shelter in Kyiv where she stayed for 1.5 years and received care. She is now in animal shelter. Ziza is selective towards strangers. Shows protectiveness. Ziza shows great gratitude and attachment to those who take care of her, and deserves a chance for a new happy life.

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Зіза - це надзвичайна собака з вражаючою силою духу. Була покинута на ланцюгу у Часовому Яру Донецькій області, вона пережила важку травму (осколкове поранення тазу). Її вилікували та перевезли в пунк перетримки тварин у Києві де вона перебувала 1.5 року та отримувала догляд. На зараз вона в притулку. Характер у Зізи вибірковий щодо незнайомих. Виявляє охоронність. Зіза виявляє велику вдячність і прив’язаність до тих, хто піклується про неї, та заслуговує шанс на нове щасливе життя.

Size
Large
Age
Senior · 16 years
Location
🇺🇦Ukraine
Shelter
Happy Paw Dnipro
Living with Ziza (Зіза)
  • Spayed
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Listed 2 months ago

Bringing Ziza (Зіза) home

What you'll need for Ziza (Зіза) 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 Ziza (Зіза)

What life with Ziza (Зіза) looks like

Ziza (Зіза) is a large 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 Ziza (Зіза), answered.

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