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Kot i Pes (Cat and Dog) Shelter

Kot i Pes is a public organization (Sayanogorsk City Animal Protection Society) in Sayanogorsk, Republic of Khakassia. The shelter has been operating since 2008: it cares for stray dogs and cats and helps them find new homes.

What’s special now: the shelter has a dedicated walking and training area with jumps, barriers, and ramps. There’s also a “Young Dog Handler” club: anyone is welcome to come walk the dogs and join the training sessions.

Contacts and how to find us:

Address: Republic of Khakassia, Sayanogorsk, Industrialnaya St., 31v

Social media: VK group, Telegram channel (links in the profiles).

Schedule: usually open Mon–Sun, 09:00–14:00, but it’s best to call before visiting — the schedule may change.

How you can help: support the shelter not only by visiting (walking the dogs, just spending time with them — this is a huge boost for the animals), but also financially via the organization’s official account or QR code (links are available in the social media pages)

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🐾 This is Zhuzha. 💛

For several years, she sat at the shelter’s entrance, playing the role of a guard dog. She barked so much, trying to protect everyone, that she lost her voice.

Now she doesn’t bark anymore, but her loyalty is still as strong as ever. She still watches, still cares, still wants to be useful. And now, more than anything, she just wants someone to sit with her and say, “You’ve done enough. Now rest.”

Come meet Zhuzha at Kot i Pes Shelter. Sometimes the quietest hearts have the biggest stories.

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Это Жужа. 💛

Несколько лет она сидела у входа в приют и выполняла роль сторожевой собаки. Она так много лаяла, стараясь всех защитить, что потеряла голос.

Теперь она больше не лает, но её преданность осталась такой же сильной. Она по-прежнему всё замечает, переживает и хочет быть полезной. А сейчас больше всего на свете ей хочется, чтобы кто‑нибудь просто посидел с ней и сказал: «Ты и так сделала достаточно. Теперь отдохни».

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How does a bond between a person and a shelter animal begin?

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As a volunteer, I walk and chat with the shelter dogs twice a month. And I’ve noticed something: some dogs just reach right into your soul. Others… I can’t even remember their names.

But this one dog? She waits for me. Last time, she was jumping with pure joy the moment she saw me coming. No one knew her name — so I gave her one: Gerda.

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The deeper I get into volunteering at the dog shelter, the more I realize how little I’m actually doing — and how few people are involved in this cause at all.

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Walks are so important: they give the dogs movement and connection. But grooming matters just as much. And oh, how great it would be to give them baths sometimes! 🤗

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City‑wide networks. In larger cities, multiple shelters and their volunteers join forces. They share resources (like transport or vet discounts), organize joint adoption events, and even speak with local authorities as a united front. For example, city‑wide animal welfare communities often coordinate emergency aid when a shelter is overcrowded or low on food.

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Volunteers: From Solo Helpers to Organized Teams 🤝
One thing that truly makes Russian shelters work is the volunteer community—and it’s surprisingly diverse in how it’s organized:
🐾Solo and casual helpers. Many people pitch in on their own: they bring food, walk dogs, clean cages, or share adoption posts in local VK chats. Their support is vital for daily life at the shelter, but it’s often irregular and depends on personal energy.

🐾Official volunteer teams. Most established shelters have structured groups with clear roles. Someone coordinates schedules, another handles transport to vet clinics, someone else manages social media and fundraising. Usually, they use a dedicated chat or page to post and track tasks.

🐾City‑wide networks. In larger cities, multiple shelters and their volunteers join forces. They share resources (like transport or vet discounts), organize joint adoption events, and even speak with local authorities as a united front. For example, city‑wide animal welfare communities often coordinate emergency aid when a shelter is overcrowded or low on food.

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How Russian Animal Shelters Work: Funding and the Volunteer Patchwork ❤️
Hey everyone! 👋
If you follow our channel, you know how much heart goes into running a shelter like Kot i Pёс (Cat & Dog). But beyond the daily walks and cuddles, there’s a whole system (or sometimes, a lack of one) behind the scenes.

Let’s talk about how shelters in Russia get by—and how volunteers fit into the picture.

The Money Side: Grants, Contracts, and Donations

In Russia, shelter work is a mix of public and private support:

Municipal contracts. Local governments fund animal capture and basic care through official contracts. It’s a steady source, but it doesn’t cover everything.

Grants. Big opportunities come from programs like the Presidential Grants Fund. These funds help shelters build enclosures, run sterilization campaigns, and launch awareness projects.

Donations. Every bag of food, every ruble, matters. Because stability is fragile, even small, regular contributions make a huge difference.

The downside? This system is delicate. If donations drop or key volunteers burn out, the whole operation can struggle. That’s why we at Kot i Pёс treasure every kind of help.

continue in the next post👇

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You see the walks, the happy tails, the sweet moments — and we’re glad you do. But the shelter’s real backbone is the quiet, everyday work no one films. Cooking, feeding, vet care, sterilisations, winter prep… it all takes time and money.

We rely 100 % on donations. Special thanks to RUSAL’s management for helping us tackle the biggest costs.

We know everyone has their own things to deal with. We just want to show you the real, unseen side of shelter work. Any help matters. ❤️

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🐾 Did you know?

Studies suggest that dogs who spend long periods in kennels with little human interaction can experience chronic stress, boredom, and frustration.

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Some become withdrawn and quiet. Others bark constantly, pace back and forth, or spin in circles. Many simply need more than food and water—they need companionship, exercise, and mental stimulation.

That's one of the reasons we take shelter dogs for walks whenever we can. Even a short walk and a few kind words can make a difference. ❤️

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