Rescue Dogs from Ukraine: Terra the Alabai Needs a Lifeline

Rescue dogs from Ukraine like Terra remind us that even the strongest souls can be the most fragile inside. Terra is a majestic Alabai with a tough exterior — but behind it hides a terrified, wounded spirit shaped by years of neglect and fear.

She grew up with her sister in a kennel, likely without proper care or socialization. When her previous owners gave them up, her sister found a home — but Terra was left behind. Now, she lives in our shelter, struggling to adapt without the only companion she ever knew.

Terra only trusts one person: Katya, the staff member who rescued her. With Katya, she allows walks and care. But around others, she’s defensive and frightened. Even food offerings trigger aggression — not out of malice, but out of fear. Her poor hearing only deepens her anxiety and isolation.

She’s not dangerous — she’s hurt. Terra is not a “bad dog,” but a victim of human indifference. Her aggression is a shield built to survive in a world that never showed her love. She needs time, understanding, and most of all — a sponsor who believes in second chances.

Alabais are powerful, loyal, and deeply independent. Terra reflects all those traits. She needs an experienced dog trainer familiar with her breed to help her overcome fear and build trust.

We know it may be impossible to find Terra a forever family, but with your help, we can give her a life of dignity, safety, and peace in our shelter. Becoming her sponsor means providing food, medical care, and training — everything she needs to heal, even if her home is here with us.

If you’ve been searching for a meaningful way to rescue dogs from Ukraine, start with Terra. She may never be a lapdog, but she is a life worth fighting for.

❤️ Support Terra here: https://transformastreetdog.org/animals/terra/

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