Latest Animals News from Russia

Abandoned in a Vacuum Cleaner Box: Shelter Pets Await Loving HomesAbandoned in a Vacuum Cleaner Box: Shelter Pets Await Loving Homes
Abandoned in a Vacuum Cleaner Box: Shelter Pets Await Loving HomesAs the New Year approaches, residents of Nizhny Novgorod are adopting animals more frequently from the city's main shelter, offering hope to abandoned pets.
A Perm vet operates on kittens at night, organizes runs by dayA Perm vet operates on kittens at night, organizes runs by day
A Perm vet operates on kittens at night, organizes runs by dayIlya Martyshenko is a veterinarian in Perm known for his skill and compassion. This feature in the 'Urban Legends' series explores his work and community efforts.
Capybara Trainer Shares Truth: No Oranges, Feel Like BrushesCapybara Trainer Shares Truth: No Oranges, Feel Like Brushes
Capybara Trainer Shares Truth: No Oranges, Feel Like BrushesIn Moscow's Moskvarium aquarium, three young capybaras are cared for by a trainer who debunks common myths about these internet-famous animals.
Perm shelter pays to foster isolated one-eyed catPerm shelter pays to foster isolated one-eyed cat
Perm shelter pays to foster isolated one-eyed catA Perm cat shelter is offering to pay someone to foster Irbis, a one-eyed cat who has lived alone for over a year due to illnesses dangerous to other felines.
Lost cats in Murmansk seek homes for the New YearLost cats in Murmansk seek homes for the New Year
Lost cats in Murmansk seek homes for the New YearPerhaps you've spotted a lost pet? Now is the perfect time to show kindness.
Krasnoyarsk Dog Trainer Overcomes Struggles to Raise Canine ActorKrasnoyarsk Dog Trainer Overcomes Struggles to Raise Canine Actor
Krasnoyarsk Dog Trainer Overcomes Struggles to Raise Canine ActorViktor Petrov from Krasnoyarsk left his engineering career to become a dog trainer, ultimately raising a dog that became an actor in television.
Perm Cat Panacota Seeks Home After Trailer BirthPerm Cat Panacota Seeks Home After Trailer Birth
Perm Cat Panacota Seeks Home After Trailer BirthA cat named Panacota, who gave birth in a trailer and sought help at a shelter in Perm, now awaits a new home after her kittens were adopted.
Safety First: How Horse Photoshoots are Conducted in KurganSafety First: How Horse Photoshoots are Conducted in Kurgan
Safety First: How Horse Photoshoots are Conducted in KurganWe spoke with equine photographer Lyudmila Soldatchenkova about her work capturing images with horses in Kurgan, where safety is the top priority.
Perm shelter seeks home for cat that looks like Charlie ChaplinPerm shelter seeks home for cat that looks like Charlie Chaplin
Perm shelter seeks home for cat that looks like Charlie ChaplinA young cat named Mura, who bears a resemblance to Charlie Chaplin, is looking for a home in Perm after being returned to the shelter three times for various reasons.
Tyumen Veterinarian Saves Old Horses from SlaughterTyumen Veterinarian Saves Old Horses from Slaughter
Tyumen Veterinarian Saves Old Horses from SlaughterIn the village of Gorkovka near Tyumen, veterinarian Svetlana Kolmogorova runs the 'Red Horse' center, rescuing over 80 horses, dogs, and cats from slaughter and neglect.
Irkutsk Seeks Home for Chubby Cat Tigran After Owners DieIrkutsk Seeks Home for Chubby Cat Tigran After Owners Die
Irkutsk Seeks Home for Chubby Cat Tigran After Owners DieIn Irkutsk, relatives abandoned a chubby cat named Tigran to die after his owners passed away, but volunteers rescued him and are now finding him a new home.
How jawless dog Guynplen lives and aided a hospitalHow jawless dog Guynplen lives and aided a hospital
How jawless dog Guynplen lives and aided a hospitalGuynplen, a dog who lost his upper jaw in 2013, has lived at the Animal Rehabilitation Base near Novosibirsk for over 11 years. His story raised funds to establish a hospital for homeless animals.
Oldest animals at Royev Ruchey zoo thrive in captivityOldest animals at Royev Ruchey zoo thrive in captivity
Oldest animals at Royev Ruchey zoo thrive in captivityThe Royev Ruchey zoo in Krasnoyarsk is celebrating 25 years, but several of its residents are even older, having arrived as adults and outliving their wild counterparts.
Snow Traps: How Street Food Scraps Endanger Animals, Vet ExplainsSnow Traps: How Street Food Scraps Endanger Animals, Vet Explains
Snow Traps: How Street Food Scraps Endanger Animals, Vet ExplainsBrightly colored liquids spilled on snow can be a sign of poison, warns a veterinarian from Novosibirsk, who explains the risks of food baits and chemicals for dogs.
Polar Bears Seriku and Milka Mark 13th Birthday with Festive FeastPolar Bears Seriku and Milka Mark 13th Birthday with Festive Feast
Polar Bears Seriku and Milka Mark 13th Birthday with Festive FeastA pair of polar bears named Seriku and Milka celebrated their 13th birthday at Perm Zoo with a special fish feast, as shown in a cute video shared by keepers.
Samara Cat Luma Seeks Home After Siblings AdoptedSamara Cat Luma Seeks Home After Siblings Adopted
Samara Cat Luma Seeks Home After Siblings AdoptedVolunteers in Samara are looking for a home for Luma, a seven-and-a-half-month-old cat. She was left alone after her siblings were adopted and is eagerly waiting for a loving family.
Cat Naming: Simple and Original Examples for ResponseCat Naming: Simple and Original Examples for Response
Cat Naming: Simple and Original Examples for ResponseExperts share tips on selecting cat names, from simple to original, to ensure your pet responds when called. We consulted veterinarians and a zoopsychologist in Novosibirsk for their insights.
Rescued street cat lives rockstar life in IrkutskRescued street cat lives rockstar life in Irkutsk
Rescued street cat lives rockstar life in IrkutskA rescued cat in Irkutsk is living his best life as the resident rockstar of a local music school, enjoying nightly bar crawls and romantic trysts a year after being found as a kitten.
Volunteers Open Animal Hospital in Academgorodok After Clinic's High BillVolunteers Open Animal Hospital in Academgorodok After Clinic's High Bill
Volunteers Open Animal Hospital in Academgorodok After Clinic's High BillThe Animal Rehabilitation Base, famous for saving a dog named Guinplen, has moved to Novosibirsk's Academgorodok. The project continues to provide free sterilizations for homeless animals across Russia.
Tomsk woman rescues horse Romeo, finds familyTomsk woman rescues horse Romeo, finds family
Tomsk woman rescues horse Romeo, finds familyA radio host from Tomsk saved a horse named Romeo eight years ago, buying him for 60,000 rubles (about $1,000 at current rates) to spare him from slaughter, and they have been inseparable ever since. As the New Year of the Red Fire Horse approaches, we talk to her about the challenges of horse ownership.
Yugra Woman Seeks Homes for Rescued Animals in Overcrowded ShelterYugra Woman Seeks Homes for Rescued Animals in Overcrowded Shelter
Yugra Woman Seeks Homes for Rescued Animals in Overcrowded ShelterA dog trainer in Khanty-Mansiysk has set up a home shelter for stray animals, but it's now full, prompting a local news outlet to help find homes for six pets.
Novosibirsk Shelter Rehomes Timid Cat Named RychalNovosibirsk Shelter Rehomes Timid Cat Named Rychal
Novosibirsk Shelter Rehomes Timid Cat Named RychalA cat named Rychal was taken to a shelter in Novosibirsk after his owner passed away, and volunteers are now seeking a new home for the timid feline.
Yekaterinburg Woman Nearly Pays $2,500 to Adopt Stray CatYekaterinburg Woman Nearly Pays $2,500 to Adopt Stray Cat
Yekaterinburg Woman Nearly Pays $2,500 to Adopt Stray CatA woman wanted to adopt a homeless cat, but animal rescue volunteers asked her to pay off its veterinary bills first. The debt for the cat's treatment amounted to 231,000 rubles (approx. $2,500).
Milan the traveling cat goes missing in VladivostokMilan the traveling cat goes missing in Vladivostok
Milan the traveling cat goes missing in VladivostokDaria Murashova, owner of Milan the traveling cat, is holding out hope for a New Year's miracle as the search for her missing pet enters its third week in Vladivostok.