Samara Man Sentenced for Commanding Dog to Attack PoliceA Samara man has been sentenced to 2.5 years in a strict-regime penal colony for ordering his cane corso dog to attack a man and then police officers. An appeals court has upheld the sentence.
Winter Cockroach Invasion Hits Russian HomesAfter severe frosts, Russians are discovering large black cockroaches in their apartments. An expert explains why these insects attack, where exotic species come from, and the dangers they pose.
Tyumen school turns pet dogs into herding shepherdsWarning: the amount of fur and cuteness is off the charts. In the village of Paderina, the only herding dog school in the Tyumen region is turning pets into working shepherds.
Perm shelter seeks home for rescued ginger kittensThree ginger kittens named Carrot, Clove, and Yolk need a new home after being rescued from a cramped apartment. Their owner's alcoholic son stole money meant for their care, leaving them to starve.
Shelter Sought for Freezing Dog with Injured Paw Near TyumenResidents of Kaskara village are seeking help for a dog and cat left freezing in an abandoned house after their owner died in December. A volunteer says the new property owner is willing to surrender the animals.
Why Nizhny Has So Many Pigeons and the Rules on Feeding ThemPigeons provoke strong and conflicting feelings among residents. In Nizhny Novgorod, their high numbers and the mess they leave behind periodically spark complaints on social media.
Altai Krai has over 4,300 homeless dogsMonitoring data shows the region has over 4,300 stray dogs. A new law permits euthanasia for aggressive animals under specific conditions.
