Cat vaccine loses chlamydia component, Novosibirsk vet warnsStarting in February 2026, the composition of the Multifel cat vaccine changed with the chlamydia component removed, raising concerns among Novosibirsk veterinarians and breeders about outbreaks in shelters and catteries.
Black Larks Spotted in Omsk RegionRare black larks, listed in the Red Data Book, have been spotted in Omsk Region, where they winter to feed on spilled grain and weeds.
Rabies Cases Among Animals Double in Altai KraiVeterinary services in Altai Krai recorded 29 cases of rabies in animals across 18 districts and the regional capital Barnaul in 2025, double the previous year's figure.
Russia Counts Sparrows Once Exported to ChinaA nationwide sparrow census in Russia aims to track population decline, and volunteers help gather data, a Krasnoyarsk biologist explained.
Tyumen woman loves horses, transports them across RussiaEkaterina Plotnikova from Tyumen has been professionally working with horses for about ten years. She is involved in equestrian sports and organizing animal transportation.
Blonde Horsewoman Transports Horses Across RussiaEkaterina Plotnikova, a striking blonde from Tyumen, has been professionally working with horses for a decade, taming unruly breeds and transporting them across Russia.
Emaciated Dog Khan Needs Home in NovosibirskVolunteers in Novosibirsk are seeking a home for Khan, an emaciated dog found wandering the streets howling from hunger. He is now in temporary foster care.
Catsekb Cat Shelter in Yekaterinburg Faces ClosureThe well-known cat shelter Catsekb in Yekaterinburg is facing serious financial difficulties. The organization's founder said that accumulated debts force a choice between buying food and paying utility bills.
Yekaterinburg Cat Shelter Faces ClosureThe famous Catsekb shelter in Yekaterinburg is on the verge of closure due to massive debts, forcing its founder to choose between buying food and paying for electricity.
Wolf pack spotted on Arkhangelsk outskirtsResidents of Arkhangelsk reported seeing a pack of wolves on the city's outskirts on February 4. A photo of the predators was published online.
Stray dogs attack village in VolgogradResidents of the Krasnoarmeysky district complain about impunity for stray dogs. The number of attacks is growing, and, according to citizens, capture services respond slowly.
Rare European robin spotted in VolgogradBiologists note that European robins often begin singing before sunrise. Spotting one in the wild, let alone taking a good photo, is quite difficult due to its timid nature.
Circus animals happier than wild, say Vladivostok trainersStarting 7 February, Vladivostok Circus hosts the 'Chocolate Factory' show featuring albino Bengal tigers and trained monkeys. Trainers argue circus animals are happier than in the wild, with one trainer's mother having delivered tiger cubs.
Famous cat Matilda killed by dogs at zooThe famous cat Matilda, who was the subject of an article on Chita.Ru, was killed by a pack of stray dogs at the Chita Zoo.
