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💙💛 Ukrainian soldiers have rescued a cat and her four kittens from the frontline, flying them 7.5 miles to safety using a ‘Vampire’ drone. 🐈
A touching reminder that compassion for animals endures even during conflict.
Read more:
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A mother cat and kitten rest together. Overlaid text reads, ‘In the news: Ukrainian soldiers use a drone to fly a cat and her kittens to safety’. There’s also a Naturewatch Foundation animal welfare logo and a hashtag that says, advancing animal welfare.
June 29, 2026 at 4:10 PM
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Big win for animals! 🐾 The #EuropeanParliament has voted to ban mutilation like ear cropping and tail docking and make microchipping mandatory for cats and dogs.

👏 Congratulations to everyone who has lobbied for this new legislation!
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June 20, 2025 at 4:42 PM
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Heroes in action: Kyiv Animal Rescue Group volunteers worked at 3 sites hit by Russian strikes -pulling animals from rubble, reviving a cat & reuniting animals with their families. 🐾

Their courage & compassion are really inspiring.

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Animal rescuers fight for pets lives amid scorched Kyiv buildings
After Russia’s massive attack on Kyiv, the city’s Animal Rescue Team worked at three different sites, pulling animals from beneath the rubble, the volunteers shared on Facebook on July 4.
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July 10, 2025 at 11:00 AM
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2/2 🐾 Life is just one of the incredible animal welfare organisations we provide crucial resources for in Ukraine, but we can’t do it without our amazing supporters – thank you. 🙏

Read more about what we’re doing for Ukraine’s animals:
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We tackle the root causes of cruelty, neglect, and overpopulation to help people build kinder, lasting relationships with animals in Ukraine, Moldova and
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August 27, 2026 at 3:38 PM
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💙💛 On #InternationalDayOfVeterinaryMedicine, we'd like to recognise an amazing Ukrainian vet. 🩺
Our latest interview features vet, Oleksii Chyzhenko, who cares for urban & rural pets, wildlife & animals who give companionship & comfort to the military:
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A smiling man in colourful veterinary scrubs holds two fluffy black cats, one in each arm, inside a veterinary office. The mood is cheerful and playful. Posters and informational flyers are seen on the wall behind. Overlaid text reads, ‘On International Day of Veterinary Medicine, meet one of Ukraine’s dedicated vets.’ There’s also a Naturewatch Foundation Animal Welfare logo, a small Ukrainian flag and a hashtag that says ‘Eastern Euro Animals’.
December 9, 2025 at 12:00 PM
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2/2 Watch this space to read the latest edition of Watch Magazine – out this August!

If you’d like to get a copy by email or post, sign up for our latest updates here!
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July 7, 2025 at 11:32 AM
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Brody’s dogs survived the Ukrainian winter, but they still don’t have proper shelter. 😢 With only 16 enclosures, many dogs live in damp sheds, cramped kennels, or roam without proper cover.

Find out how we're making winter warmer:
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May 2, 2025 at 11:00 AM
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💙💛"On #UkraineIndependenceDay, I feel especially proud of the strength and compassion of people in Ukraine – for one another & for animals. 🐕
Every day, through Naturewatch Foundation's projects, I’m grateful to help build a kinder, more humane future here in my home country."
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August 24, 2025 at 10:30 AM
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Today marks 3 years since the invasion of Ukraine. Many animals have suffered - displaced, abandoned, traumatised. 💔

🙌 Huge thanks to brave rescue teams like Animal Rescue Kharkiv & Promin Myloserdia for their heroic work to save, treat & rehome them. 🐾

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February 24, 2025 at 12:00 PM
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It's good to see Kyiv residents being reminded that leaving animals in hot cars can lead to fines, confiscation – or even jail time.

Kyiv has also added water fountains for animals in public spaces to promote kindness and care. 🐾💧

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It is forbidden to leave animals in cars during hot weather: Kyiv residents reminded about fines | УНН
УНН Society ✎ The Kyiv City State Administration reminds about the danger of leaving animals in cars during hot weather, which can lead to overheating and death. Vi…
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July 12, 2025 at 11:30 AM
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“One of the biggest challenges we face is that many animals, having lost their owners and homes due to the war, also lose their sense of purpose.” – Animal Rescue Kharkiv, Ukraine. 🐾

Read our inspiring interview with ARK featuring YOUR questions:
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A man sits against a worn brick wall holding a puppy, accompanied by two other dogs. The text says, ‘Your questions answered: Read our moving interview with Animal Rescue Kharkiv in Ukraine.’ There’s also a Naturewatch Foundation Animal Welfare logo and a hashtag that reads, Eastern Euro Animals. Photo credit is Animal Rescue Kharkiv.
October 28, 2025 at 1:00 PM
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Earlier this month, Natalie visited Save the Dogs in Romania with her daughter Lily.

A highlight was a humane education event for visually impaired children, learning with the sanctuary’s donkeys. 🫏

Inspiring to see compassion and education in action, something we also work on!
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A young girl in a pink jacket stands in front of a fence, observing several donkeys at a sanctuary on a cloudy day. Overlaid text reads, ‘Lessons in kindness from Romania’s donkeys’. There’s also a Naturewatch Foundation animal welfare logo and a hashtag that says, Eastern Euro Animals. A woman takes a selfie by a metal fence with several donkeys behind it on a sunny day. She is wearing a green shirt and smiling at the camera. Three donkeys stand behind a green metal fence that encloses a grassy area. Two are touching noses. The top of a young girl’s head is partially visible as she watches them. A woman in a black jacket is leaning over as she watches a dark brown donkey eating grass through a green metal fence.
June 30, 2026 at 3:47 PM
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1/2 💙💛 Today marks 4 years since the invasion of Ukraine began.
Despite immense hardship, animal rescuers continue to show extraordinary courage, from frontline evacuations to caring for homeless cats & dogs & finding them families.
🐾 Their work goes on & so will our support.
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Man in military clothing holding a brown goat nuzzling him. Background of hay and goats near a brick wall. Overlaid text reads, “Four years on: Highlighting Ukraine’s courageous animal rescuers” and “Animal Rescue Kharkiv”. There’s also a Ukrainian flag graphic, a Naturewatch Foundation Animal Welfare logo, and a hashtag that says, “Eastern Euro Animals”. A woman in a yellow coverall smiles beside a horse peeking from a wooden stable door. Overlaid text reads "The Step Shelter, Brody". There’s also a Ukrainian flag graphic, a Naturewatch Foundation Animal Welfare logo, and a hashtag that says, “Eastern Euro Animals”. A smiling woman in a camouflage jumper hugs a white and grey dog outdoors near a vehicle. Overlaid text reads, “Promin Myloserdia, Kupyansk”. There’s also a Ukrainian flag graphic, a Naturewatch Foundation Animal Welfare logo, and a hashtag that says, “Eastern Euro Animals”. Two black kittens play on a colourful mat. Overlaid text reads, “Dobrokit Cat Shelter”. There’s also a Ukrainian flag graphic, a Naturewatch Foundation Animal Welfare logo, and a hashtag that says, “Eastern Euro Animals”.
February 24, 2026 at 12:05 PM
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We’ve taught patrol police in 13 Ukrainian cities to investigate animal cruelty and understand why kindness matters. 🐾

We haven't trained there since 2022, but it's good to see officers still setting an example.

Protecting animals protects people too.

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How to help animals during heatwaves: Patrol Police reminds | УНН
УНН Health ✎ The Patrol Police urges to help animals during heatwaves by leaving water and food in the shade. Pet owners are advised not to leave them in cars and …
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July 8, 2025 at 4:00 PM
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2/2 🐶 150 dogs (family dogs, foster animals & strays) were sterilised with high-standard surgeries. Students from a veterinary college observed, inspiring the next generation of advocates.
Thank you to Karl Luganov & everyone who made it possible!
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Three veterinary professionals in scrubs care for two dogs on a table, surrounded by medical supplies. The scene conveys teamwork and compassion. A person in a white lab coat and cap tends to several sedated dogs lying on the floor in a clinical setting. The scene conveys care and attention.
October 4, 2025 at 8:15 AM
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Tragic news from Ukraine: A man has been detained for killing his wife, 9yo daughter & their dog & cats.
Animal cruelty under Article 299 is among the charges - showing progress in treating these crimes seriously too. He faces up to life in prison. 🐾
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In Zhytomyr region, during a family quarrel, a man stabbed his wife, 9-year-old daughter, dog, and two cats | УНН
УНН Crimes and emergencies ✎ A resident of Zhytomyr region was detained on suspicion of murdering his wife and 9-year-old daughter, attempted murder of a neighbor, and cruel treat…
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October 9, 2025 at 4:40 PM
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💙💛 Fantastic news from Ukraine! 🐾
Leaf, the abandoned pup fostered by Natalie our campaign coordinator, has found her forever home with a kind local couple!
Natalie will help with the transition & arrange to have her spayed. We hope Leaf will be very happy with her new family!
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A man in a white cap is crouching on the ground in front of a green and blue fence. He's holding his hand under the chin of a cute brown and black puppy who is also looking at the camera. The dog is wearing a red collar and lead.
May 13, 2025 at 6:00 PM
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💙💛 Meet Jack, who's staying in one of the new #NaturewatchStreet doghouses at the Step shelter in Brody, Ukraine. 🐾

Rescued from neglect, he’s now safe, has a full tummy and is making friends. Soon, he’ll be ready for a forever home!

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A thin, tan and white dog with visible ribs is eating kibble from the ground, chained in a dirt yard with some plants visible. Four dogs are behind a wire fence in a sunny enclosure, which contains a colourful blue and yellow doghouse. The main focus is a large tan and white dog looking happy.
August 9, 2025 at 10:45 AM
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💙💛 'Naturewatch Street' update! 🏠
Our Ukraine coordinator Natalie visited the Step shelter to see how our new supporter-funded doghouses are progressing. 🐶
Good to catch up with manager Oksana & see great work before winter! ❄️
Read about her visit:
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Two women smile outdoors, wearing protective yellow coverings. They’re standing in front of colourful doghouses enclosed by mesh fencing. A sign behind them reads “Naturewatch Foundation: Advancing Animal Welfare.” Various dogs are lying or standing inside a row of fenced enclosures, with a large colourful kennel-like house inside each one. The enclosure is surrounded by grass and trees. A woman in a protective yellow gown stands by a stable petting a horse's face. She smiles gently, conveying warmth and care in a rural setting. Cats in veterinary cages at a shelter, each with food and water bowls. The setting is clean, conveying a sense of care.
November 10, 2025 at 1:00 PM
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🔆 Help us spotlight Ukraine's animal heroes!

🐾 Amid the dangers of war, #AnimalRescueKharkiv bravely saves hundreds of animals from the frontline.

Do you have questions about their incredible work? What would YOU like to ask them? 💙💛

Read more:
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The graphic is divided into three images. In the top one, a man in green military-style clothing and a helmet has caught a black cat in a net. An old building and an empty wooden kennel are in the background, surrounded by trees. The bottom left image shows the back of a man in green military-style clothing and a helmet. He is about to rescue a grey cat from an abandoned building. The image on the bottom right shows a man in green military-style clothing with an Animal Rescue Kharkiv patch on the sleeve of his jacket. He’s walking away from a decrepit building holding a black cat. The images are credited to Animal Rescue Kharkiv. Overlay text says, Ukraine's animal rescuers risk their lives to save helpless animals. The Naturewatch Foundation logo is at the bottom right. A hashtag that says Eastern Euro Animals and a small Ukrainian flag icon are also included. Two men in green military-style clothing and helmets are next to a blue van and are gently putting a rescued cat into a grey and blue cat carrier. The image is credited to Animal Rescue Kharkiv. Overlay text says, Got a question for Animal Rescue Kharkiv? The Naturewatch Foundation logo is at the bottom right. A hashtag that says Eastern Euro Animals and a small Ukrainian flag icon are also included. A smiling man in military-style clothing and a helmet is holding a ginger cat on his shoulder. A soft-focus sunny background includes buildings and a white van. The image is credited to Animal Rescue Kharkiv. Overlay text says, We’re featuring them in this year’s Watch Magazine – yours could be included! The Naturewatch Foundation logo is at the bottom right. A hashtag that says Eastern Euro Animals and a small Ukrainian flag icon are also included. The graphic is divided into three images. In the one on the left, a woman in military-style clothing and a helmet is smiling and holding a cream dog in her arms. In the top right image, a man in military-style clothing is holding a tabby and white cat, in front of a soft-focus background featuring trees and bushes. The image on the lower right shows a man holding two puppies in front of a van with cat and dog carriers – the man’s face isn’t visible. The sky is bright blue. The images are credited to Animal Rescue Kharkiv. Overlay text says, Email us or share your question in the comments – tag a friend too! info@naturewatch.org The Naturewatch Foundation logo is at the bottom right. A hashtag that says Eastern Euro Animals and a small Ukrainian flag icon are also included.
June 2, 2025 at 10:00 AM
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Ukraine’s animal protection laws don't just apply to cats and dogs. 🐄 In Zhytomyr, police have opened a case over alleged abuse of cows, showing that, under 299 of the Criminal Code, cruelty to farm animals is also a crime.
We will watch out for updates.
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December 29, 2025 at 12:00 PM
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In Kharkiv, a man who shot two dogs on a walk faces up to 8 years in prison under Ukraine’s animal cruelty laws.
We’re encouraged to see such a strong response from police who took part in our training on how - and why - to take animal abuse seriously.
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November 14, 2025 at 6:15 PM
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2/2 🐈 Read our interview with Ruslan and Yaryna from Animal Rescue Kharkiv, featuring questions sent in by our supporters:
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November 13, 2025 at 5:30 PM
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💔 Heartbreaking news from Ukraine… In Kyiv, a woman threw her friend’s dog from a 5th-floor window, killing it instantly.
Under Article 299, animal cruelty is a serious crime, with up to 8 years in prison.
🚨 Ukrainian police continue to pursue justice.
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Woman threw her friend's fox terrier from the fifth floor: the dog died on the spot, the culprit faces up to 8 years in prison | УНН
УНН Society ✎ In Kyiv, a 38-year-old woman threw her friend's dog from a fifth-floor window after an argument. The fox terrier suffered injuries incompatible with l…
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October 23, 2025 at 12:00 PM
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