MiG’s lonely cats – how their fate unfolds.
But the land on which the factory sits was recently sold, and the buildings will soon be demolished. In this abandoned place, there are hardly any visible human traces, but there are many small felines.
The animals, which have lived here for decades, certainly don’t want to leave the walls of their homes, but eventually, they will have to. »Where do the cats in the factory come from? » you might ask.
Cats had a special place in the history of the Soviet aircraft industry. During the war, the factory even had a plan for cats. Mustachioed felines were specially brought to the factory to prevent pests from chewing through cables and destroying aircraft mechanics.
Gradually, each store became home to its own herd of cats – fed, cared for, and cared for. After the war, there was even a tradition – the guests of the factory received tasty things to feed the cats.
Soon the animals felt like full masters of the factory, and they roamed freely, even in the offices and canteens of the management. « Where do the cats in the factory come from? » you might ask.
Cats and cats had a special place in the history of the Soviet aircraft industry. During the war, the factory even had a plan for cats. Mustachioed felines were specially brought to the factory to prevent pests from chewing through cables and destroying aircraft mechanics.
Gradually, each store became home to its own herd of cats – they were fed, cared for, and pampered. After the war, there was even a tradition – the guests of the factory received tasty things to feed the cats.
Soon the animals felt like full masters of the factory, and they roamed freely, even in the offices and canteens of the management. Volunteers became aware of the plight of the animals and launched a rescue operation to get them out of the factory.
Almost all of the cats were emaciated or sick. They are now neutered and socialized. More than 40 « industrial » cats have already found a home.