Published on: 2026-06-03
Source: Moscow Government – Government of Moscow –
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From March to May, 700 animals found a new home from Moscow city shelters — 497 dogs and 203 cats. This is 49 more pets than during the same period last year. Shelter staff and volunteers help animals find owners. In addition, cats and dogs can be adopted at the city exhibition and with the help of the service“Mospitomec”on the portal mos.ru. It was told about this inurban economy complexMoscow.
How to find a pet
Today in Moscow, 13 city shelters for homeless animals are operating. Currently, more than 15 thousand dogs and cats live there. Every pet needs a loving family. You can meet the animals both directly at the shelter and at special adoption exhibitions that are regularly held in the capital.
One of the biggest events of this spring was the four-day event “Mospitomec: Four-Legged Friend,” held in April on Tverskoy Boulevard as part of the “Paschalny Dar” festival. The exhibition-adoption event included wards from each of the 13 city shelters of Moscow. The animals were accompanied by volunteers and shelter representatives. They talked about the animals’ characteristics, helped guests choose a pet, and answered questions from prospective owners. As a result of the exhibition, more than 50 dogs and cats from various Moscow shelters found homes.
At the end of May, a traditional adoption exhibition took place at VDNH as part of the event cycle “School of Responsible Pet Ownership.” Guests were introduced to 30 dogs and cats from city shelters. Visitors could get acquainted with the animals, receive consultations from specialists, and learn more about responsible pet care. As a result of the exhibition, five animals were adopted.
Helps to cope with frostbite and city service“Mospitomec”On the portal mos.ru. Today, the electronic catalog features more than a thousand dogs and cats from all 13 city shelters of the capital. Each animal has its own profile with photographs, a description of its character, and volunteer contact information.
ВDepartment of Information TechnologiesThe cities of Moscow noted that the service provides convenient tools for searching for pets. For example, you can set a filter by color or age. In addition, you can take a short compatibility test by answering six simple questions. After this, the system will suggest the profiles of the most suitable pets. All that remains is to choose an animal and sign up at the shelter for an introduction.
The Happy Story of a Spark
This spring, the cat Iskorka from the “Zoorassvet” shelter got lucky. Volunteers searched for an owner for her for a long time and regularly brought her to adoption-exhibition events, but the cat’s age often discouraged potential owners — Iskorka is already 13 years old. She found her future owner thanks to the service“Mospitomec”.
“I happened to see Iskorka in the catalog of the ‘Mospitomec’ service. I quickly read the description, noticed that she was affectionate, and decided to sign up for acquaintance. The cat seemed funny, amusing, playful, and a bit shy to me. Now Iskorka, whom I named Lapusechka, has fully settled in and feels like a real mistress. She is rediscovering the world for herself: watching TV with interest, observing the washing machine, learning to play with toys, and happily enjoying treats.”Most of her life the cat spent in a shelter, lost all her teeth due to illness, but despite this, she retained an amazing love for life. “I am happy that I can give her care, attention, and home warmth,” said the new owner of the animal.
Choose a pet, and then you can pick it up during the city shelters’ working hours or by clicking the “Sign up” button in the favorite survey of the service catalog.“Mospitomec”. A meeting will be held with the potential owner, a responsible content contract will be signed, and time will be given for preparation at home before the pet’s arrival.
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How to prepare for the appearance of a dog
The appearance of a dog in the house is not only a joyful event but also a period of adaptation. A new environment, unfamiliar smells, regimen, and rules can become a source of stress for the animal. Specialists at GBU “Dorinvest” recommend preparing in advance everything necessary for the dog’s comfortable life and gradually introducing it to new objects.
One of the useful accessories can be a paw washer — a special device for cleaning paws after a walk. It helps to quickly remove dirt and reagents without causing discomfort to the pet. It is better to accustom the dog to the paw washer gradually: first introduce it to the new object, then offer to dip the paw into a container, and afterwards use a small amount of warm water. It is important to praise and encourage the pet with a treat for a calm reaction.
For trimming nails, specialists recommend paying attention to the grinder — an electric file that gently grinds the nails instead of cutting them. Such a device is especially convenient to use for dogs with dark nails, when it is difficult to determine the safe length for trimming. To ensure the pet is not afraid of the procedure, it is first introduced to the sound of the working device, and then gradually accustomed to light touches of the attachment.
Another useful assistant during the adaptation period is a nose work mat. In the folds of the fabric, food or treats are hidden, and the dog searches for them using its sense of smell. Such a game helps occupy the pet, reduce anxiety levels, and develop natural search skills. It’s best to start with simple tasks, gradually complicating the search.
Specialists remind: getting acquainted with any new items should proceed calmly and without coercion. Patience, consistency, and positive reinforcement will help the pet to quickly settle into the new home and feel safe.
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