Recently, in Toruń, there has been a shocking intervention, during which 100 birds were found kept under highly bad conditions. Zalatani Foundation – To rescue birds, dealing with animal rescue, has published a recording that shows the dramatic state of pigeons.
Intervention was carried out by the foundation, which picked up 92 pigeons and 8 another birds. Unfortunately, 1 of them did not survive, despite immediate veterinary assistance. The conditions in which the animals were housed were scandalous – a thick layer of dirt and feces, a deficiency of light and fresh air. any birds had serious injuries, and according to the foundation, any of them were kept under these conditions for up to 8 years.
Lack of adequate care and treatment led to serious diseases and injuries in animals. Unofficial information provided by Toruń Radio Gravska indicates that the man had been feeding pigeons on the property for years, nevertheless no 1 suspected he was keeping them in his apartment.
Police point out that the territory clerk has not received any reports in this case before. However, residents were to study repeatedly to the city police that a man feeds birds and takes them to his car. Police have initiated proceedings to find whether the owner of the flat violated the provisions of the Animal Protection Act.
A spokesperson for the Torun Police, Asp. Dominic Bocian, reported to Interia that the case file had been sent to the Torun Centre-West territory Attorney's Office. Further actions will be carried out in accordance with the guidance of the prosecution.
The birds were taken into the care of the foundation, where they undergo treatment and rehabilitation. Their condition requires specialized veterinary care and in any cases long-term recovery. The Foundation has published on social media an intervention video that has sparked a immense stir among net users.
The recording shows the dramatic condition of the birds and the conditions under which they were kept. Many have expressed their outrage and are demanding harsh consequences for the perpetrator. According to Polish law, animal abuse threatens to be punished for up to 3 years in prison. If the act was of a peculiar kind of cruelty, the punishment could be 5 years in prison. The court may besides decide to prohibit the holding of animals and impose a fine.
In 2020, more than 10,000 cases of animal abuse were reported in Poland. The Ministry of Justice shows that the number of cases of animal abuse increased by 25% compared to the erstwhile year.
In Poland, there are many organizations and foundations that defend animals. 1 of them is the Zalatani Foundation – To rescue the birds that were founded in 2015. This foundation deals with bird rescue and protection, as well as educates society on animal protection.
According to the Central Statistical Office, in 2020, in Poland, there were over 7 million households that had animals. The most popular animals were dogs that were found in over 3 million households.
Animal protection is an crucial subject that concerns us all. We can all influence how animals are treated and how they can be helped. It is so crucial that we are aware of the problem of animal abuse and that we are doing everything in our power to combat it.
