Hello, wonderful change-making supporters,

We are grateful and humbled for the sheer volume of love, compassion, and determination that you've shown for an urgent appeal to lessen pet paperwork, cost and restrictions for people fleeing with pets from Ukraine to the UK. 

A positive update, some of you may have seen that UK Government and DEFRA are discussing to set and consider new guidelines to support Ukrainian refugees fleeing Russia's Government and military invasion who will hopefully be able to bring their pets into the country.

Registered Charity PETA UK (1056453) announced March 14, 2022 at 12:00pm GMT: "We received confirmation from DEFRA that entry requirements for companion animals from Ukraine have now been relaxed. Instead of applying for a licence in advance, refugees can arrive at the border and the Animal and Plant Health Agency (APHA) will assist with simplified paperwork and cover the costs of vaccination and quarantine. Please note that the quarantine period may be up to four months, depending on the vaccination status of each animal. However, PETA is calling for this to be shortened and for regular visits from the animals’ guardians to be allowed."

*** Please continue petition momentum until official publication ***

Finally, as we are feeling a sense of hope that UK is set to waive red tape for pets. Please note that as we currently wait for further details, links to be shared, and a published statement from DEFRA on the official UK government website. Meanwhile, please continue to petition, share the stories and updates across the globe.

Until our next post, where we hope to announce victory, we want to say "Thank you so much for your support." Sending lots of love to you all. Our voices does and will make a difference.

Best wishes

Friends and Family of Gavin and Eli

Status: Awaiting confirmation and action by DEFRA and UK Government

• Follow registered charity 1056453, PETA UK for updated facts www.peta.org.uk/action/ukraine
• ITV News 13-03-2022: Exclusive UK<>Ukraine & Pets
• The Independent 13-03-2022: Pending UK Decision