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17.08.2007, 06:11
Moscow's dolphinarium has some new additions to the family – two baby dolphins. In a little over a year's time they will be taking part in shows, but for now their parents are teaching them the simple things of life.
30.12.2007, 12:52
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Tito and Nessie, a couple of fresh water seals, are making waves in Russia’s Siberian city of Irkutsk with their own seasonal show. They’re part of the world’s first and only Seal Theatre. Right now they’re rehearsing a special New Year programme of dolph
23.10.2009, 23:19
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A bear performing with a Russian circus attacked members of the troupe when the artists were rehearsing in Kyrgyzstan’s capital, Bishkek. The circus administrator was killed and the animal’s trainer was severely injured.
20.03.2010, 21:22
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For the first time, Russia's renowned presidential cavalry escort of honor is performing outside the Kremlin. The show is taking place at an exhibition hall in one of Moscow parks.
22.04.2009, 09:02
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Animal rights activists are sounding the alarm over the thousands of stray dogs roaming the streets of Moscow. However, abandoned and sick animals may get into even more trouble if taken to a shelter.
04.08.2010, 12:37
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A donkey saved after being forced to parasail as part of a sick publicity stunt in Russia’s south has arrived at the Kremlin School of Riding. Here it will enjoy a month of “Tsar” treatment before finding a new home.
04.03.2009, 14:24
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A cat from Russia’s Siberian Krasnoyarsk region has travelled more than 70 km looking for his masters, who’d moved to another town.
16.06.2010, 19:09
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A cute cub survived by a miracle when its mother died giving birth. The need for breastfeeding for the lion was vital. A mongrel dog turned out to be a great and caring foster mother to the little princess of animals.
03.07.2009, 23:46
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Murderous crows have been terrorizing the staff and visitors of a hospital in Russia’s St. Petersburg. The flock of aggressive birds swoop down and attack people arriving or leaving the building.
02.02.2010, 14:52
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Dozens of animal rights activists have gathered in front of a Moscow government building to protest against new regulations which will allow municipal shelters to euthanize stray dogs and cats.
Published: 21 February, 2009, 09:52
Sharks are among the most feared animals in the world, and the thought of sharing the water with one is a nightmare most people. But in an aquarium they can be surprisingly affectionate.
