People & Pets of Ukraine Struggling to Survive Without Heat During Coldest Winter in Years

Two dogs stand on snow-covered ground, surrounded by people in winter attire.

Photo: Greater Good Charities

People and pets of Ukraine are fighting to stay alive as attacks continue and temperatures plummet and remain below freezing.

They are afraid, cold, and in need of our support.

This winter is one of the coldest in over a decade with temperatures dropping as low as -15°F for extended periods. This endangers the lives of people and animals without proper shelter and heat.

Abandoned, dilapidated building surrounded by bare trees and overgrown grass.
Photo: OroWhitley/GGC

Windows in many buildings and homes have been shattered by missile strikes and people are struggling to keep their homes insulated. To make matters worse, there are scheduled power outages due to the repeated Russian attacks on Ukraine’s energy infrastructure. 

This means families and pets are left without electricity, heat, and water.

A dog stands near blankets and a charity box in a snowy environment.
Photo: Greater Good Charities

Join us in helping them survive these brutal conditions by donating to provide warm blankets, replacement windows, emergency care kits, and pet food.

Pets

An older man kneels in snow, tending to several cats around him.
Photo: United for Animals

Pet food supplies are still dangerously low. Shelters and caretakers rely on this food to feed the hungry homeless animals. Evacuated animals continue to arrive at crowded shelters while caretakers risk their lives to feed those near the frontlines.

Two homeless puppies eat kibble on a snowy ground.
Photo: Greater Good Charities

Help feed the innocent dogs and cats struggling to survive in war zones.

People

People queue outside a building to receive aid packages during cold weather.
Photo: OroWhitley/GGC

Many of the residents left behind in war zones are elderly. During a recent distribution of blankets and essential supplies to people in need in war zones, one woman shared the struggles many face. 

Aid does not often reach these areas that are so close to the frontlines with drones soaring overhead targeting civilians and humanitarian efforts. The residents are beyond grateful for the support. 

Watch the video below captured by Zachary Tarrant to hear from one of the recipients. 

How You Can Help

Two dogs stand on snow-covered ground, surrounded by people in winter attire.
Photo: Greater Good Charities

The situation is critical, and help is needed now more than ever. They have endured so much pain and suffering and need a helping hand. Donate today to help the people and pets of Ukraine survive this brutal winter. 

Andrea Powell

Andrea Powell is an animal enthusiast who resides in West Michigan. When not writing, she is exploring the great outdoors with her dogs and horses.

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