Important Decisions in CM Yogi's Meeting on Cow Protection, Discussion on Mathura Incident
Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath chaired a high-level meeting focused on cow shelters, protection, and animal welfare in Lucknow, addressing current arrangements and the welfare of cattle.
Hundreds of witnesses, yet no verdicts. This is happening in the cases of animal shelters
Despite years of activism regarding the plight of animals in Radysy, legal proceedings against the shelter's owner and his son only began after police involvement in mid-2020.
Changes for volunteers and employees. New rules for shelters come into effect
New regulations governing animal shelters in Poland will take effect on March 18, 2026, modifying existing infrastructure and volunteer responsibilities.
Calendar - Wednesday, March 18
New regulations regarding animal health and conditions for keeping pets in shelters come into effect in Poland today.
'I went to Bucharest to see what the UK Government's new dog rules really mean'
The article explores the implications of the UK's new restrictions on importing rescue dogs from Romania, focusing on conditions in a Bucharest shelter.
Number of people giving pets to shelters doubles in cost crisis
Research indicates that the number of pets surrendered to shelters in the UK has doubled due to rising costs and financial fears among pet owners.
Help for animals put up for sale. Internet users outraged
A Polish pet food producer, Dolina Noteci, has expressed outrage after discovering that donated food meant for animal shelters was being sold online.
The Good and Terrible Stories about Animal Shelters. 'Forbidden Method' Seeks to Adopt a Dog or Cat
The article discusses the experiences of residents with animal shelters in Latvia, highlighting the successes and challenges in pet adoption and donations.
Liberec helps wild cats in the frost. People are given warm shelters
In Liberec, authorities are distributing warm shelters to help wild cats survive the cold weather.
Pato-shelters in Poland. Prof. Andrzej Elżanowski: Chiping will not solve the problem
The article discusses the ongoing issue of animal shelters in Poland and the inadequate governmental response despite public pressure for reform.
Did it take Doda to notice the suffering of animals? A story about how the government is discovering America
The article discusses how animal rights and the situation in shelters have unexpectedly become central political issues in Poland, largely due to the influence of a celebrity.
Dog Pampi 'talks' in the Šariš dialect and helps dogs from shelters, says her owner
Pampi, a mixed-breed dog known for her 'talking' videos in the Šariš dialect, is helping to raise awareness for shelter dogs in Slovakia through social media.
Good News About Cat People
Animal welfare organization SEY reports a decline in the number of abandoned pet cats in Finland, with almost 4,000 cats taken into municipal shelters in 2024.
Fewer pets were adopted from shelters in 2025
In 2025, there was a decline in the number of pets adopted from Danish shelters, totaling 6,987 adoptions, nearly a ten percent decrease from the previous year.
In Texas: the decision made by immigrants with pets due to fear of ICE raids
In Texas, many immigrants are surrendering their pets to shelters out of fear of deportation due to ICE raids.
Nawrocki with an appeal after meeting with Doda and Stanowski. "We can no longer allow this"
Karol Nawrocki and the First Lady met with singer Doda and journalist Krzysztof Stanowski to address alarming reports regarding the conditions of animals in shelters in Bytom and Sobolew.
The grassroots movement for shelters. Celebrities highlight abuses, and a bill waits in Parliament
The article discusses a growing grassroots movement focusing on animal shelters, with celebrities raising awareness of issues in the system while a legislative bill awaits consideration in Parliament.
The shelter closed, the deputy voivode is promoted. Litewka speaks bluntly
Robert Sitnik, the Deputy Voivode of Mazovia, was appointed Secretary-General of the Polska2050 party, previously gaining attention during the controversy over so-called 'patoschroniska' shelters.
Experts on controls in shelters: it's not just about a full bowl, the mental state of animals is important
Experts emphasize the need for animal shelters to consider the psychological well-being of animals during inspections, highlighting issues revealed by the Sobolew situation.
Does clothing say more than declarations? Expert critiques Doda and Marta Nawrocka
At a recent meeting with Karol Nawrocki and his wife Marta, Doda brought attention to the issue of animal shelters, while also sparking discussion about the significance of the participants' attire at the event.
Pound shelters in Poland under fire. These municipalities show that it can be done differently
Recent media reports have highlighted shocking practices at pound shelters across various Polish towns, leading to important changes and closures initiated by activists.
Doda and Stanowski met with Nawrocki. We know what they talked about
Karol Nawrocki organized a meeting at the Presidential Palace to discuss the alarming conditions for animals in shelters, particularly in Bytom and Sobolew, in response to disturbing reports.
PHOTO: The chained dog trembling in the cold finally got warmth: The Paita Mind NGO established warm shelters for dogs
The Paita Mind NGO, with the help of donors, built a 43-square-meter complex of warm shelters for dogs, with the first occupant being a dog named Varru, who was left trembling in the severe cold.
"I'm waiting for action". Doda to Minister Żurek
Doda is raising awareness about the inadequate care of animals in Polish shelters, particularly those receiving government funding, and highlights the closure of a problematic shelter in Sobolew, Mazowsze.
Animal Friends filed a criminal complaint 'In a period of 16 months, every fifth dog in the shelter died'
The Animal Friends association has filed a criminal complaint regarding alarming conditions at the As-Eko shelter for abandoned animals in Šibenik, urging local governments to establish their own public shelters.