Fawn rescued in Kyiv after hiding under a car during Russian attack
According to reports, the fawn, startled by explosions and the sounds of air defense systems at work, ran into the courtyard of a residential building and crawled under a car in search of safety.
The animal then became stuck beneath the vehicle. Despite the stressful situation, the fawn remained calm and showed no signs of aggression.
Residents quickly came to its aid. To avoid injuring the animal, they decided not to pull it out by force. Instead, they carefully lifted the car with a jack, creating enough space for the fawn to safely crawl out.
The rescue was successful, and the animal was freed without injury. Afterward, the fawn remained lying next to the vehicle, apparently still shaken by the ordeal.
How can you calm an animal during air raids?
Pets experience intense stress during air raid alerts and shelling, just as people do. They may tremble, hide, refuse food, or display unusual behavior due to fear and loud noises.
Animal welfare advocates from UAnimals recommend moving pets to the quietest and safest place possible during an alert, or taking them with you to a shelter if feasible.
To help calm a pet, they advise:
It is also helpful to keep favorite toys, treats, water, and a blanket nearby to create a sense of comfort and security.
Experts note that animals are highly sensitive to their owners' emotional state, so staying calm and avoiding panic can help reduce a pet's stress. If an animal has severe reactions to explosions or sirens, owners should consult a veterinarian about possible anti-anxiety medication.
As previously reported, an owl named Sonechko that was injured during a Russian drone attack on Zaporizhzhia is currently recovering from severe injuries. The bird lost a wing, suffered significant brain trauma, and lost sight in one eye.
In another recent rescue, emergency workers in the Chornobyl Radiation and Ecological Biosphere Reserve saved two moose calves during efforts to contain forest fires. One had been separated from its mother and was at risk of smoke inhalation, while the other became trapped in a fence while fleeing the flames.
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