Latest Animals News from Russia

Five charming stories about Yaroslavl dogsFive charming stories about Yaroslavl dogs
Five charming stories about Yaroslavl dogsDog owners from Yaroslavl share five lighthearted tales about their pets, from a beagle’s forest adventures to a tiny mix-breed’s food escapade, offering a glimpse of daily life and companionship.
Krasnoyarsk owners share funny pet talesKrasnoyarsk owners share funny pet tales
Krasnoyarsk owners share funny pet talesResidents of Krasnoyarsk described endearing antics and useful skills of their cats and dogs, responding to a call from the NGS24.RU Telegram channel, sharing videos and anecdotes about helpful, musical, mischievous, and possessive pets.
Yakutsk animal rescuer stranded with broken busYakutsk animal rescuer stranded with broken bus
Yakutsk animal rescuer stranded with broken busZlata Sycheva, a well-known animal rescuer from Yakutia, became stranded in Hilok, Zabaykalsky Krai, after her bus full of animals broke down. She says she will not return to Yakutsk under any circumstances.
Yaroslavl woman keeps a minipig (video)Yaroslavl woman keeps a minipig (video)
Yaroslavl woman keeps a minipig (video)Oksana Koshkina from Yaroslavl brought home a six-month-old minipig named Keksik five months ago, paying 15,000 rubles ($155 at current rates). She explains the care, routines, and quirks of living together.
Surgut volunteer rescues homeless animalsSurgut volunteer rescues homeless animals
Surgut volunteer rescues homeless animalsTatiana Oborina moved to Surgut six years ago and in 2021 launched the «Darim novuyu zhizn’» shelter. Her small team has already rehomed at least 50 animals and cares for dozens more.
Owners abandoned young dog in ArkhangelskOwners abandoned young dog in Arkhangelsk
Owners abandoned young dog in ArkhangelskIn Arkhangelsk, a young dog named Rex was reportedly tied to an apartment building entrance and left behind by his owners. Concerned residents fed him and took him to the Lesnaya Skazka u Sindbada animal shelter.
Ladder, axe, EMERCOM rescuers save Minusinsk catLadder, axe, EMERCOM rescuers save Minusinsk cat
Ladder, axe, EMERCOM rescuers save Minusinsk catToday in Minusinsk, residents heard desperate meowing from a second-floor balcony and called emergency services. EMERCOM rescuers climbed a ladder and freed a cat stuck in the doorway, returning it safely to the apartment.
Surgut groomer cut puppy’s tail, concealed itSurgut groomer cut puppy’s tail, concealed it
Surgut groomer cut puppy’s tail, concealed itIn Surgut, a groomer cut off the tip of a toy poodle puppy’s tail during a trim and did not tell the owner. The salon refunded costs, apologized, and dismissed the employee; the owner plans legal action.
Fox cub dashes into Ufa courtyardFox cub dashes into Ufa courtyard
Fox cub dashes into Ufa courtyardResidents of the «Sosny» residential complex in Ufa filmed a young fox that wandered into their courtyard near the 8 Marta settlement, lounged under a fir tree, and briefly chased a local dog around the playground.
Novosibirsk breeder accused of crueltyNovosibirsk breeder accused of cruelty
Novosibirsk breeder accused of crueltyAnimal welfare activists in Novosibirsk seek an inquiry into a breeder of Abyssinian and Cornish Rex cats after neighbors reported stench and cries from her apartment while she stayed at a rehabilitation center.
Volgograd students rescue a stray batVolgograd students rescue a stray bat
Volgograd students rescue a stray batIn Volgograd, university students helped a disoriented bat found near a dean’s office, gently moving it to an outside windowsill, from which it later flew away, an expert calling their actions almost entirely correct.
Perm seeks home for cat KulemaPerm seeks home for cat Kulema
Perm seeks home for cat KulemaAnimal advocates in Perm are urgently looking for new owners for five-year-old cat Kulema after her family left her at a village for the summer and now refuses to take her indoors as cold weather arrives.
Cat café opens near First Tent monumentCat café opens near First Tent monument
Cat café opens near First Tent monumentA new cat café, “Zamurchatel’noe mesto” (“Purrfect Place”), has opened by the First Tent monument in Magnitogorsk, offering coffee among rescued cats; the owner stresses it is not a shelter and urges residents not to dump animals.
Perm shelter seeks home for chubby cat StepanPerm shelter seeks home for chubby cat Stepan
Perm shelter seeks home for chubby cat StepanIn Perm, the Murkot animal shelter is seeking a home for Stepan, a well‑fed three‑year‑old cat rescued from the street by a young man who surrendered him because he is moving; the cat is struggling with the separation.