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Source: Moscow Government – Moscow Government –
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On December 20, the municipal shelter for stray animals in the Western Administrative District will hold an open house. Volunteers will give visitors a tour and introduce them to the animals they care for. Visitors are welcome to bring toys and other items needed by the shelter.
Find a new friend
All dogs that visitors will interact with are socialized. Guests will be divided into groups, each with their own volunteer guide.
"We'll introduce our wards to potential adopters. Naturally, only those who are ready to move to a new home," said Olga Ermolaeva, a volunteer.
Before deciding to adopt a dog, everyone can speak with a dog trainer. The specialist will explain how to properly care for four-legged friends.
The event will run from 11:00 AM to 3:00 PM. Pre-registration is available atwebsiteYou must bring your passport with you; children aged five to 14 must be accompanied by an adult.
When interacting with animals, it's best to bring a change of clothes and shoes. You can also bring toys, equipment (leashes, collars), nail clippers, disposable absorbent pads, and specialized medicated dog food.
Guests can read the visiting rules aton the institution's website.
You can always help
You can provide support to the shelter residents at any time. The addresses of the aid drop-off points are listed onwebsite.
Additionally, the virtual charity event "Christmas Tree of Pet Wishes" is running until December 25th. Everyone will be able to choose gifts for their favorite pets.community chat There is a list of necessary gifts for animals and information on how to give them.
How to become a volunteer
The Western Administrative Okrug city shelter is home to over 1,500 dogs. All animals are microchipped and receive regular mandatory flea, tick, and parasite treatments, as well as rabies vaccinations.
Those interested in helping shelter animals will be able to learn how to become an animal volunteer at the open day. If you can't attend the event, you can visit the shelter at any other time. It is open for visits six days a week: Tuesday through Sunday from October to April from 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM, and from April to October from 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM.
Profiles of dogs and cats waiting for their future owners can be found in the new service. Mospitometz on mos.ru.
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