Latest Animals News from Russia

Volgograd Residents Worry About Fat Ducks in Park FreezeVolgograd Residents Worry About Fat Ducks in Park Freeze
Volgograd Residents Worry About Fat Ducks in Park FreezeDespite footage showing the ducks are fine, Volgograd residents insist the birds need help in the freezing weather.
Volunteers in Novosibirsk euthanize dog with severe jaw injuryVolunteers in Novosibirsk euthanize dog with severe jaw injury
Volunteers in Novosibirsk euthanize dog with severe jaw injuryThey suspect the dog was harmed by an animal abuser.
Dead Rat and Empty Bowls: Vladivostok Pet Shop Accused of CrueltyDead Rat and Empty Bowls: Vladivostok Pet Shop Accused of Cruelty
Dead Rat and Empty Bowls: Vladivostok Pet Shop Accused of CrueltyResidents of Vladivostok have accused the Zooferma pet shop on Russkaya Street of animal cruelty after finding a dead rat and dehydrated animals with no water.
Ufa rescuers free three puppies trapped in bitter coldUfa rescuers free three puppies trapped in bitter cold
Ufa rescuers free three puppies trapped in bitter coldEmergency responders in Ufa saved three puppies that were stuck between metal garages during temperatures of nearly -30°C (-22°F).
'He Is Our Kind Monster': How a Unique Hairless Rabbit Appeared in Samara'He Is Our Kind Monster': How a Unique Hairless Rabbit Appeared in Samara
'He Is Our Kind Monster': How a Unique Hairless Rabbit Appeared in SamaraA warm, velvet monster that scares children runs naked after its owner in the Samara region, where a hairless rabbit named Dobby has become a local sensation.
Siberian Circus Family Lives with Macaque, Meerkats, and MoreSiberian Circus Family Lives with Macaque, Meerkats, and More
Siberian Circus Family Lives with Macaque, Meerkats, and MoreYevgeny and Natalya Kagarmanova, circus trainers for three decades, share their house in Siberia with a menagerie including a macaque, meerkats, poodles, a hedgehog, and rats.
Yasha the Monkey Keeps Peace in Family MenagerieYasha the Monkey Keeps Peace in Family Menagerie
Yasha the Monkey Keeps Peace in Family MenagerieCircus trainers Yevgeny and Natalya Kagramanov share their Siberian home with a monkey, meerkats, poodles, and other animals, all part of their performing act.
Zabaykalsky Krai authorities set criteria for euthanizing stray dogsZabaykalsky Krai authorities set criteria for euthanizing stray dogs
Zabaykalsky Krai authorities set criteria for euthanizing stray dogsAn extraordinary situation due to stray dogs can be declared in Zabaykalsky Krai under specific conditions. The regional government has outlined five criteria that trigger such measures.
Yaroslavl Residents Showcase Their Maine Coon CatsYaroslavl Residents Showcase Their Maine Coon Cats
Yaroslavl Residents Showcase Their Maine Coon CatsResidents of Yaroslavl are sharing photos of their Maine Coon cats, highlighting the breed's growing appeal in the city.
Majestic and Luxurious: Yaroslavl Residents Show Off Their Purebred Maine Coon CatsMajestic and Luxurious: Yaroslavl Residents Show Off Their Purebred Maine Coon Cats
Majestic and Luxurious: Yaroslavl Residents Show Off Their Purebred Maine Coon CatsYaroslavl residents shared adorable photos of their pets.
Siberian Woman's Small Apartment Home to 11 Parrots and Two DogsSiberian Woman's Small Apartment Home to 11 Parrots and Two Dogs
Siberian Woman's Small Apartment Home to 11 Parrots and Two DogsShe not only takes serious care of her pets but also films funny videos for her blog.
Elephant Escapes Samara Circus: 'I Thought I'd Seen It All'Elephant Escapes Samara Circus: 'I Thought I'd Seen It All'
Elephant Escapes Samara Circus: 'I Thought I'd Seen It All'An elephant escaped from a circus in Samara and was spotted wandering city streets, but was quickly recaptured and returned safely by trainers.
Touching Zoo in Tula at Center of Bitter Dispute Over Animal CareTouching Zoo in Tula at Center of Bitter Dispute Over Animal Care
Touching Zoo in Tula at Center of Bitter Dispute Over Animal CareA petition has been launched demanding the closure of Tula's 'Touching Zoo', which critics call an 'animal concentration camp'. The conflict between the zoo's owner and a former employee has escalated.
Elephant escapes circus in Samara, video emergesElephant escapes circus in Samara, video emerges
Elephant escapes circus in Samara, video emergesAn elephant broke free from a circus in Samara and was spotted wandering the city center before being safely recaptured by trainers.
Fox Cub Fails to Catch Prey in Pre-Ural SteppeFox Cub Fails to Catch Prey in Pre-Ural Steppe
Fox Cub Fails to Catch Prey in Pre-Ural SteppeThe fluffy fox cub tried hard to catch a small animal, but it was quicker.
Novosibirsk Veterinarians Debunk Fish Feeding Myth for CatsNovosibirsk Veterinarians Debunk Fish Feeding Myth for Cats
Novosibirsk Veterinarians Debunk Fish Feeding Myth for CatsFish contains phosphorus that can harm cats' kidneys, according to veterinarians in Novosibirsk, who advise against this common practice.
Giant Elephant Wanders Through Central Samara in VideoGiant Elephant Wanders Through Central Samara in Video
Giant Elephant Wanders Through Central Samara in VideoAn elephant escaped from the Oleg Popov Samara State Circus on Friday evening and took a stroll through the city center, with residents capturing the unusual event on video.
Lilac American Bully Puppy for Sale in TyumenLilac American Bully Puppy for Sale in Tyumen
Lilac American Bully Puppy for Sale in TyumenFor the rare pet with an unusual lilac color, the seller is asking 99,000 rubles (approximately $1,100 at current rates). The puppy comes with a full set of documents and a champion pedigree.
Rare Lilac American Bully Puppy Listed for 99,000 Rubles in TyumenRare Lilac American Bully Puppy Listed for 99,000 Rubles in Tyumen
Rare Lilac American Bully Puppy Listed for 99,000 Rubles in TyumenA rare lilac American Bully puppy is listed for sale in Tyumen. The seller asks 99,000 rubles (approximately $990 at current rates) and offers full breeding support.
Boris the fold-eared cat adopted in Novosibirsk after shelter storyBoris the fold-eared cat adopted in Novosibirsk after shelter story
Boris the fold-eared cat adopted in Novosibirsk after shelter storyThe new owners saw Boris on NGS.RU and decided to adopt the fold-eared cat from a Novosibirsk shelter.
Heightened readiness regime canceled in Chita after animal disease outbreakHeightened readiness regime canceled in Chita after animal disease outbreak
Heightened readiness regime canceled in Chita after animal disease outbreakDeputy Mayor Andrei Grenishin explained that there was no outbreak in Chita, and the heightened readiness was a preventive measure against the spread of pasteurellosis.
Ginger Maine Coon kitten offered as loyal nanny in OmskGinger Maine Coon kitten offered as loyal nanny in Omsk
Ginger Maine Coon kitten offered as loyal nanny in OmskA ginger Maine Coon kitten is listed for sale in Omsk at 40,000 rubles (about $440 at current rates), with pickup available in spring after necessary vaccinations.
Mini-pig finds home after shelter life on RublyovkaMini-pig finds home after shelter life on Rublyovka
Mini-pig finds home after shelter life on RublyovkaElena and Peter adopted Rosa, a mini-pig, six months ago. Her journey included stints in a nursery, on Rublyovka, and in a shelter before she settled into their home.
Injured Long-Eared Owl Rescued in Nizhny Novgorod KremlinInjured Long-Eared Owl Rescued in Nizhny Novgorod Kremlin
Injured Long-Eared Owl Rescued in Nizhny Novgorod KremlinThe bird with serious injuries was found on the windowsill of the city hall building. It was promptly delivered to veterinarians for examination and treatment.
Injured Long-eared Owl Rescued in Nizhny Novgorod KremlinInjured Long-eared Owl Rescued in Nizhny Novgorod Kremlin
Injured Long-eared Owl Rescued in Nizhny Novgorod KremlinA long-eared owl with a head injury was rescued after being found on a windowsill in the Nizhny Novgorod Kremlin, with help from bird conservationists and a volunteer.