At the PKP railway station in Bolesławiec Rokitki, a dog was abandoned. The owner left a letter, toys and a bowl of food beside the dog. In the letter, they appealed to “good people” to take care of Ciapek.
The dog looked like a well-kept and well-groomed pet. The letter indicated that he had grown up with children. Ciapek was friendly, trusted people and had a calm temperament. People who noticed the abandoned dog contacted the Klekusiowo Wild Animal Rehabilitation Centre. As always, the owners of Klekusiowo helped. They took Ciapek in and within a few days found him a new home, thanks to the support of people who follow their page.
The new owners were carefully selected so that the dog could be sure he would not be abandoned again.
Abandoning an animal is punishable
For domestic animals, a home is more than a place to sleep—it is trust that must be nurtured. The Animal Protection Act clearly defines abandoning an animal, particularly a dog or cat, as abuse. Criminal liability for animal abuse is provided for in Article 35(1a) of the Act. The offender faces a fine, restriction of liberty or imprisonment for up to 2 years.
It should be added that Article 1(1) of the Act states that an animal is not a thing and is entitled to respect:
“An animal, as a sentient living being capable of experiencing suffering, is not a thing. Human beings owe it respect, protection and care.”
Support Klekusiowo
Klekusiowo is a rehabilitation centre for wild animals that accepts injured and orphaned animals and relies on donations.
The organisation collects the most necessary items (wet food, litter, underpads, towels and cleaning products) and asks for material support—not dry food.
It encourages financial support via bank accounts and the option of donating 1.5% of tax (KRS 0000681883).