Heroes come in all shapes, sizes, and species.
A 2-year-old Jack Russell Terrier named Patron is being celebrated for his work saving lives in Ukraine as Russia’s invasion of the country stretches into its third month.
Russia’sattack on Ukrainecontinues after its forces launched a large-scale invasion on Feb. 24 — the first major land conflict in Europe in decades.
According toNPR, as part of Patron’s duties with the State Emergency Service (SES) rescuers in the northern Ukrainian city of Chernihiv, the pet sniffs out explosives left during Russia’s attacks.
The news outlet added that since the invasion of Ukraine started, Patron has helped neutralize about 90 explosive devices.
Brave Patron has gained an impressive fan base on social media for his skills and sweet appearance.
In aTwitter poston March 19, the Centre for Strategic Communications and Information Security shared a video showing Patron on the job in his protective vest.
“A dog called Patron, who works with SES rescuers in Chernihiv, has helped defuse nearly 90 explosive devices since the beginning of the full-scale invasion,” read the tweet. “One day, Patron’s story will be turned into a film, but for now, he is faithfully performing his professional duties.”
With NATO forces massing in the region around Ukraine, various countries have also pledged aid or military support to the resistance. Ukrainian PresidentVolodymyr Zelenskyycalled for peace talks — so far unsuccessful — while urging his country to fight back.
Putin insists Ukraine has historic ties to Russia and he is acting in the best security interests of his country. Zelenskyy vowed not to bend.
“Nobody is going to break us, we’re strong, we’re Ukrainians,“he told the European Unionin a speech in the early days of the fighting, adding, “Life will win over death. And light will win over darkness.”
source: people.com
