In February 2022, Ukraine was invaded by the Russian military forces. The bombing brought devastation, destruction, and death to the people of Ukraine. Many were forced to leave the country, and many were not able to take their pets with them on the horrendous refugee journey. Dogs and cats have been left behind. They are scared, hungry, and in need of medical care. They are homeless, without human love and care. As a Ukrainian, living in the United States, I couldn't continue feeling helpless. I wanted to do something. That's how the Ukranimals Project started.

Now, three and a half years later, the war in Ukraine continues with no clear end in sight. Entire communities remain under threat, infrastructure is shattered, and countless lives - both human and animal - remain in limbo. Every day, more animals are abandoned or injured as families flee bombed-out cities or struggle to survive under occupation. The need for sustained support is greater than ever. Through the Ukranimals Project, we continue to provide aid, shelter, and compassion to these voiceless victims of war - and to remind the world that they, too, matter.

Tatyana Veremyova, founder

UKRANIMALS, Inc. is a US-based nonprofit dedicated to the protection, care, and welfare of homeless animals in need, with programs operating both domestically and internationally, including in crisis-affected regions of Ukraine. Our mission is to alleviate animal suffering, reduce animal homelessness, and promote compassionate treatment of animals through comprehensive programs of direct care, education, and community support.

We support Animal SOS Odessa — a community of devoted and experienced volunteers who address the issues of homeless animals every day. All donations to Ukranimals are tax-deductible.

We work in the following ways:

Supply animal shelters and foster families of Odessa region with canned and dry food;
Medical aid and recovery for homeless animals that suffered in accidents or from human cruelty;
Sterilization and vaccination of homeless animals as the most effective means to control their population;
Organization of various events to spread information about how to help and protect animals: kindness classes for schools, photo exhibitions, fairs, and demonstrations;
Develop pet adoption centers – shelters where animals socialize, train, and get prepared to live in a family.