Much like France, which has also relaxed its conditions for repatriating animals, Greece has started to bring home hundreds of its nationals, along with their dogs and cats.
Leaving them behind was unthinkable
For many evacuees, the thought of leaving their pets behind in a war zone was unthinkable. "They're part of the family," one passenger, who had just arrived at the port of Piraeus, told AP News. He added, "In the chaos of the bombings, their presence is sometimes the only thing that helps us stay calm."
Vets on standby
The Greek government has relaxed the usual animal transport protocols to respond to the emergency. Vets are on standby upon arrival to carry out quick health checks, check vaccination records, and provide the animals with food and water.
Translated from Wamiz FR
