As thousands of Ukrainians flee their country, many are refusing to leave without their beloved pets amidst the war. Many of them are bunkering in subway terminals with their pets as they await a time to safely get across the border. They are refusing to abandon their furry companions even in this time of war, uncertainty and danger.
Luckily, Romania, Slovakia and Poland are allowing Ukrainians who are fleeing to bring their pets across their borders without the proper paperwork. Here are 36 heartbreaking but remarkable photos of Ukrainians refusing to leave their pet behind.
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“Volunteers in shelters and rehabilitation centers will never abandon their animals and will stand until the last,” the nonprofit UAnimals—which is currently collecting donations for a growing list of animal shelters across Ukraine—wrote on Facebook.