Ukraine
Normally dogmanray.com is a haven for information and dog/animal stories most of them light hearted, however, I felt that this week it was impossible to ignore what is happening in Ukraine.
I am aware that this can be read worldwide and as I have stated previously this site is not political in any way and any reference to such issues are not my views but proven facts already in the public domain.
On 25 February 2022, the Russian Federation under the Presidency of Vladimir Putin invaded Ukraine. One year on, as of the 15th February 2023, the civilian casualties are up to 8006 dead and 13,287 injured including hundreds of children.
( Source: The Office of the United Nations High Commissioner for Human Rights)
This doesn’t even begin to address the military casualty figures for both sides estimated in total to be approaching 300,000.
Plus millions were displaced and millions more were forced into exile.
As the war rages in Ukraine and the first anniversary has now passed, one of the images that I have noticed is the number of pets that the Ukrainians have brought out with them when they have been forced out of their homes. Cats, dogs and rabbits to name but a few. Without a doubt, the presence of their pets has assisted people to cope with the trauma of their situation, particularly the children.
Considering the devastation I guess it’s not surprising that what is happening to the animals that have been abandoned is not at the forefront of people’s minds.
Incredibly there are organisations operating in Ukraine that are rescuing animals and providing food and veterinary care. Many of these extraordinarily brave people remain anonymous and their efforts will probably remain unrecognised until this conflict ends. Some have already lost their lives as they try to deliver food to shelters.
Other Agencies
Among the many agencies that are involved with helping with providing essential assistance are the following.
The Humane Society International/Europe
Peta (People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals)
IFAW ( International Fund for Animal Welfare)
Also in Ukraine, local organisations are inundated with stray animals plus of course, there are animals that are not easily moved, in particular, horses and donkeys and farm animals in general.
Plus zoo animals
Most charities accept donations but first double-check before donating that the charity is a bonafide one. There are despicable people who claim to be helping who are scammers
If in doubt contact Eurogroup for animals
History shows us that this madness will eventually come to an end
The result will be that the perpetrator will fail to achieve their objective, earn the contempt and distrust of most of the free world and the enduring hatred of the majority of Ukrainians.
We also know that autocrats are judged harshly by history and this one will be no exception.
In memory of Anastasiia Yalanskaya age 26, killed by Russian soldiers on the 4th March 2022 whilst delivering food to an animal shelter in Bucha that had been without supplies for three days.
Also
In memory of Natasha Derkach killed on the 1st March 2022 in Dnipro
“There are more dangerous humans on this earth than dangerous animals “
Anon
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