Protagonist of the film, a street dog from Baikonur captured for the Soviet space program. She smuggles her puppies into the launch rocket, travels to planet Qem, and leads the animal inhabitants in defending their new home against human hunters.
Yuri becomes a ruthless predator hunting the animals, making Laika his primary target and rival.
Laika and Ham form a survival alliance to fight against Yuri and protect the natives.
Queerneck guides the animals to safety and becomes a close friend they fight to protect.
Professor Vorolev oversees the scientific preparation of Laika for the Soviet space mission.
Assistant Tossoff assists in the daily training and cage management of Laika before launch.
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