Photos of animals met while reporting in Tyumen

Journalists from 72.RU share adorable moments with various animals they've met during assignments in Tyumen throughout the year.
Jan 4, 2026
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A cheerful dog enjoys the outdoors at Kuliga Park during a reporting assignment.
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When heading out on reports, recording people«s stories and learning about their problems, we often meet their companions. Some have fluffy and friendly cats, while others» cats or iguanas leave scratches on our hands. Often, animal encounters provide a pleasant filming backdrop and amusing off-camera stories. We believe our smaller brothers deserve separate attention, so we«ve compiled this photo report.

A unique horse museum near Tyumen features all Russian horse breeds in one place.
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Dozens of rare even-toed ungulates, including the Transbaikal curly horse, reside at the museum.
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This miniature horse, often called the Humpbacked Little Horse, is distinct from a pony.
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Our full story includes more images of these graceful horses from the museum visit.
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By exploring this animal collection, you might discover interesting 2025 stories you missed or delve deeper into our subjects« histories. And of course, get a behind-the-scenes look at journalists» work and what we see while preparing materials.

While reporting on construction issues, we met residents and their pets in Lesobaza.
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A resident«s cat provides companionship at a boarding house near Roshchino Airport.
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Local residents feed a stray dog roaming the halls of the boarding house.
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These cute pugs belong to a participant in our «People»s Award« feature.
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Dogs are cherished in this family, living both indoors and in the yard.
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Fluffy cats thrive outdoors in a village with only three families in Tobolsk District.
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We encountered not only cats but also an active hunting dog in the village.
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This ginger cat has passed away, and its owner left the 72.RU editorial office.
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A handsome cat lives in an apartment building slated for redevelopment under KRT.
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This white feline embodies elegance and grace during our encounter on assignment.
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A survivor of leg amputation breeds parakeets for sale as a side business.
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Irina Sharova / 72.RU
A cat belongs to a resident facing eviction along a riverfront street in Kazanka.
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Irina Sharova / 72.RU
Descendants of repressed Estonians in Vikulovsky District raise sheep as part of their livelihood.
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Irina Sharova / 72.RU
Remaining residents likely feed this street dog at an old Lesobaza location.
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Irina Sharova / 72.RU
This cat near a house on Kamchatskaya Street demonstrates survival skills in an urban setting.
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A dog was left at a veterinary clinic and is seeking a new owner.
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Yapi, a charming three-legged cat, still awaits adoption into a loving home.
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Irina Sharova / 72.RU
Squirrels are commonly seen during filming sessions in Zatyumensky Park in Tyumen.
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Irina Sharova / 72.RU
We met a family of muskrats, exotic rodents, while reporting on floods in Kazansky District.
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The «Village of Sled Dogs» houses numerous cheerful and well-behaved canine residents.
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These dogs adore receiving attention and interacting with people during visits.
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Many of the sled dogs allow themselves to be petted by visitors.
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Animals also appear on Tyumen«s main street during the Victory Day parade.
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Cats in a large family are accustomed to constant attention from children.
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Irina Sharova / 72.RU
The cats« facial expressions clearly convey their thoughts about the surrounding activity.
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A wheelchair user has an adorable pet Pekingese named Lapa as a companion.
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A casual city stroll led to an encounter with a man carrying a python.
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Basya, a freelance contributor to 72.RU, often joins our reporting efforts.
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Alexandra runs a home shelter and cares for small animals like these kittens.
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Cats in her foster care are awaiting permanent homes with responsible owners.
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On City Day, we met women with owls who allowed public interaction.
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Pigeons line up neatly on the steps of Tyumen«s Central Market staircase.
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Irina Sharova / 72.RU
Tyumen hosted its first mass costume SUP board swim organized by 72.RU.
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Irina Sharova / 72.RU
A pet-friendly swimming category attracted numerous animals to the SUP festival event.
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Irina Sharova / 72.RU
The most exotic pet at the festival was this distinctive duck participant.
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Irina Sharova / 72.RU
Birds were spotted in Berdyuzhsky District during a report on Salt Lake.
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Irina Sharova / 72.RU
A calm, deaf cat posed peacefully during a report near the railway station.
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These dogs represent the rare Podenco Ibicenco breed featured in our story.
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A cat strides with a business-like gait through an urban setting.
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The «Klever» clinic not only treats but also houses abandoned animals.
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Cats in these photos are seeking kind and responsible owners for adoption.
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Maya the cat was rescued from a tree where she fled from dogs.
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Emaciated and ill Dimka was discovered in a garbage bin by rescuers.
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A friendly white dog in Chugunayevo village caught our attention during reporting.
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A joyful puppy in nearby Berezovka exemplifies a cheerful approach to life.
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72.RU regularly publishes animal-related content. We showcase zoos in Tyumen, visit shelters, and introduce unusual animal breeds. Want to suggest a similar topic? Write in the comments.

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