Who will help stray animals survive the harsh frosts of this winter?

Winter frosts have become a serious challenge not only for people but also for stray animals. Low temperatures, snowfalls and icy conditions have created deadly conditions for street cats and dogs that have no shelter or warmth.

Patrol police officers in various regions of Ukraine are joining in to rescue animals: they feed them, warm them up and help them survive the coldest days of winter. Law enforcement officers emphasise that even a short stay in the cold can cost an animal its life.

The police are calling on citizens not to stand aside and to help four-legged friends whenever possible. If an animal is in a dangerous condition, they advise moving it to a warm place and carefully wrapping it in a dry blanket or towel. It is also recommended to allow animals to warm up in entrances, corridors or shops, as a few hours in the warmth can save their lives.

Even simple things — a cardboard box or an old blanket — can serve as temporary shelter. The police ask people to pay special attention to courtyards and roadways: in search of warmth, animals often hide under cars, so before driving off, it is worth checking whether there is a cat or dog under the wheels or under the bonnet. If possible, they also advise leaving warm food and water.

If you witness animal cruelty, law enforcement officers ask that you immediately report it by calling 102 or 112.

Separately, the Cherkasy police shared touching photos from the canine service. The photo shows a police officer and his four-legged partner Charlie. A service dog is not just an animal, but a full-fledged partner, "extra eyes and ears" and often a guarantee of safety during the performance of tasks.

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