VOLKOVYSK, 14 June (BelTA) - Animal abuse was unacceptable, Belarusian President Aleksandr Lukashenko said recalling a recent dog-beating incident during his working trip to Grodno Oblast on 14 June, BelTA has learned.
“I love animals. The media have recently reported an incident about a dog being ill-treated in Grodno Oblast,” the head of state said.
“Yes, the police have found this animal abuser,” Grodno Oblast Governor Yuri Karayev said.
“Have you identified this scoundrel? Take the dog away from him. Find a new loving home for it,” the head of state advised.
The president recalled a similar incident that took place in Vitebsk several years ago. The head of state intervened in the situation. The beaten puppy was brought to Minsk, and the president gave it to Dmitry Baskov, the team’s coach, after a hockey training session.
“The dog was taken away. I have recently asked Baskov about the dog. ‘A cutie’ he said,” the Belarusian leader stated.
“Don't let anyone abuse them. Animals are the most vulnerable creatures because they cannot defend themselves against us. We can. They cannot. That's why we need to protect them,” the head of state emphasized.
The president also mentioned his fondness for horses: “I didn't feel it that way when I was growing up in the village. When I became president, I was given several horses as gifts. I have watched them closely. What intelligent creatures they are! What a benefit horses have brought to humanity!”
The head of state noted in this regard that during the Great Patriotic War, it was horses that brought enormous benefits. With a lack of vehicles, they helped a lot with the transportation of artillery installations and cargo.
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