Bear essentials
Published: 14 July, 2009, 12:52
A Russian couple who took in a neglected bear from a zoo say they can no longer afford to look after it and are appealing for help.
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Published: 14 July, 2009, 12:52
A Russian couple who took in a neglected bear from a zoo say they can no longer afford to look after it and are appealing for help.