Pensioner Runs Shelter for 400 Cats in AngarskElena Gaganova, a retiree in Angarsk, manages the 'Koshkin Dom' cat shelter housing nearly 400 felines. She is desperately calling for more volunteers to assist with the daily care and challenges.
Hunters report mass roe deer deaths as Siberian migration turns tragicA mass migration of roe deer in Siberia's Novosibirsk Region has ended in disaster, with hundreds of animals trapped and dying on icy lakes. Officials claim most were saved, but local hunters dispute this and warn that wolves and poachers are now following the herds.
Vets try to save 'plasticine cat' with rare skin diseaseA British Shorthair cat named Tosha is being treated for a rare hereditary condition in Krasnoyarsk after his owner passed away. Veterinarians discovered the cat has Ehlers-Danlos syndrome, which makes his skin fragile like modeling clay.
Murmansk Woman Rescues Injured Gull and Seeks New HomeA Murmansk woman rescued an injured lake gull that can no longer fly. Now she is searching for a permanent home where the bird can live safely and happily alongside humans.
Krasnoyarsk's Top Dog Names Include Armani and WagnerA veterinarian analyzed 22,000 dogs in Krasnoyarsk and found that Bonya is the most popular name for female dogs, while Armani and Wagner are among unique choices.
Perm Shelter Seeks Home for Timid Kitten TolikA Perm shelter is trying to find a home for a two-month-old kitten named Tolik, who is extremely timid and afraid of both people and other cats. His mother originally came to the shelter seeking help, leading to the discovery of her litter.
Ufa veterinary center faces complaints after cat's deathA woman from Bashkortostan has accused a Ufa veterinary center of negligence after her Bengal cat died during treatment, claiming she paid over 90,000 rubles ($900 at current rates) for care.
Tyumen volunteers rescue cats abandoned during urban renewalVolunteers in Tyumen run a small shelter housing 60 cats, saving animals abandoned or trapped during the city's comprehensive renovation projects, often using sledgehammers to access sealed basements.
Spitz Dies After Grooming Session in Surgut SalonA Spitz dog died after a grooming session in Surgut, suffering from pulmonary edema, but the exact cause of the condition is unclear, according to the owner.
Teenage Cat Abandoned in Trash in ArkhangelskIn a shocking incident in Arkhangelsk, a young cat was discovered tied up in a bag and left for dead at a garbage site. Locals rescued the animal, who is now in foster care.
Kittens rescued from trees by mother catTourists discovered a mother cat and her kittens hiding in trees in a Nizhny Novgorod forest, and volunteers later found them homes.
Shih Tzu Puppy Sells for 1.5 Million Rubles in SurgutA Shih Tzu puppy is being sold in Surgut for 1.5 million rubles (approximately $15,000 at current rates), with the seller claiming it comes from a reputable Chinese breeder and providing details on its expected adult size.
Perm Family Surrenders British Cat to Shelter Over BullyingA British shorthair cat named Fima was surrendered to a Perm shelter after being bullied by an older cat when her owners moved in with their elderly mother. Now, the shelter is seeking a new home for the affectionate five-year-old feline.
Village Near Tolyatti Hunts Pet Poisoner on HolidaysResidents of a village near Tolyatti are offering a 100,000 ruble reward (approximately $1,100) for information identifying a person who has poisoned multiple pets, with attacks occurring on holidays.
Rescued puppy in Irkutsk seeks loving homeA cheerful puppy rescued from a snowstorm in Irkutsk fell ill but recovered and is now waiting for a permanent family to love him wholeheartedly.
Tenants abandon emaciated dog and cats in TyumenSocial media posts are spreading about tenants from Tobolsk who left a dog and four cats in a rented apartment in Tyumen after moving out without paying rent, leading to a police report.
