The incident unfolded in Balabanovo, located in the Kaluga region. A dog shelter group operating on Vkontakte reported receiving an injured canine in distress. The episode drew attention from volunteers and local activists who banded together to assess the animal’s condition and ensure its safety.
In the afternoon of April 10, volunteers encountered a three‑month‑old puppy whose injuries were severe. An activist described feeding the young dog at around 9 a.m. and discovering it two hours later, bloodied with ears that had been cropped. The puppy had been living on the streets and, despite the trauma, remained responsive to human care. Through the combined efforts of caring individuals, the dog was taken into custody and provided with access to medical attention.
Following the incident, the puppy, later named Mike, did not exhibit aggression toward people despite the obvious pain he endured. He underwent emergency surgery to address the injuries and has since been resting in a secure environment under veterinary supervision and protection. The care team reports that Mike is receiving round‑the‑clock monitoring to manage pain, prevent infection, and promote healing as he begins the long process of recovery.
Public concern grew as onlookers and residents submitted statements to the authorities, signaling a broad interest in how the case would be handled and whether additional support would be provided for the dog and animals in analogous circumstances. The process involved coordination with local police to document the events surrounding the injuries and to ensure appropriate protective steps were taken for Mike while he recuperates.
A separate and troubling report emerged regarding the discovery of more than one hundred dog carcasses in a mass grave near Sterlitamak. The report indicated that a local company specializing in the capture of stray animals was involved in activities connected to the situation, drawing further attention to animal welfare practices in the region and prompting discussions about the oversight and accountability of such operations.