'Animals are traumatised too': Pet rescuers under fire in Ukraine
Summary
In the Ukrainian city of Zaporizhzhia, a Russian drone attack destroyed an animal shelter, killing more than a dozen animals. Many Ukrainian groups are working to rescue, care for, and evacuate pets abandoned or trapped due to the war. These efforts are risky but help save both animals and their owners.Key Facts
- A Russian drone strike hit an animal shelter in Zaporizhzhia in February, killing over a dozen animals.
- The shelter’s steel entrance door likely saved the staff’s lives during the attack.
- Many Ukrainians had to leave their homes and pets behind because of fighting near the front lines.
- Charities like 12 Guardians have rescued over 40,000 animals from dangerous war zones.
- Evacuated pets are placed in shelters, adopted families, or reunited with their owners.
- Some pet owners stay near war zones because moving pets is difficult and expensive.
- Traveling abroad with pets requires special papers, such as proof of rabies vaccination.
- Animal rescue groups face danger from the war and have taken safety measures like using drone detectors.
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