Summer is a time many of us associate with holidays, sunshine, and outdoor activities. For dogs and cats, however, high temperatures can pose a serious threat to their health—and even their lives. Together with the Mam Pomysł Foundation, we share…
Volunteers are the heart of many non-profit organizations. Thanks to their dedication, it is possible to help animals, carry out educational activities, and build local communities based on cooperation and responsibility. This is why Mushika Foundation and Przyjaciel Zwierz Foundation…
Every day, pigeons become entangled in strings, threads, fishing lines, and human hair left behind by people. What may seem like a minor problem can lead to chronic pain, severe foot deformities, and even the loss of toes. For more…
Rats in the basement, mice in the attic, scratching noises coming from the walls. These are situations most people would rather avoid. And for good reason – unwanted rodent guests can cause real damage to buildings. For years, we have…
There are moments when a single decision can determine an animal’s fate. That is why it is so important that the person on the scene knows how to respond. Together with the Association Lawyers for Animals, we are carrying out…
On 23–24 May 2026, the 1st National Animal Protection Law Forum took place at the University of Szczecin. It was the first event of its kind in Poland to address the legal, social, and ethical dimensions of animal protection on such a…
Animal homelessness in Poland is a much bigger problem than it may seem. It is not only individual stories of abandoned dogs and cats, but a systemic phenomenon affecting hundreds of thousands of animals and requiring long-term solutions. The latest…
Since its founding, Mushika Foundation has been built on collaboration. We do not define our role in opposition to others. Instead, we bring together people, organisations, and institutions around a shared goal. We believe that meaningful change happens when different…
Nutrias are animals whose nature is inseparably connected to water. Although they are often perceived solely as terrestrial rodents, they are in fact semi-aquatic animals, perfectly adapted to life near rivers, ponds, and other bodies of water. Their everyday life…
The terms “free-living” and “homeless” are not synonymous, although they are often used interchangeably. In reality, Polish law recognizes them as two distinct categories of animals. This distinction is important because it affects both the type of care these animals…
If you have a toothache, you go to a dentist. If you get sick, you visit a doctor. The same principle should apply to wild animals. When they need help, they should be placed in the care of specialists at…
Rats have long inspired fear in people. Historically, they were blamed for spreading the plague, and today media outlets often speak about “rat infestations” and the diseases they supposedly transmit. The reality, however, is more complex. In cities with good…
Adopting a dog or a cat is a decision that changes the life of both the animal and the person. It’s a beautiful moment, but also a responsibility that lasts for many years. A well-managed adoption process increases the chances…
Just a few decades ago, the nutria was part of the fur industry. Today it has become an “environmental problem” that, under the law, should be eliminated. Nutria did not appear in Poland on their own – they were brought…
Intelligent, empathetic and… cleaner than we might think. That’s what free-living rats are really like. Yet for years they have existed in our culture mainly as a symbol of danger and filth. That is why we have launched the “Jestem…
The sensory garden at the animal shelter in Świdnica is now complete. This is the space we wrote about earlier, explaining why it is so important for dogs living in shelter conditions. Today we are no longer talking about plans.…
Free-living cats are part of our cities and villages. They are not homeless in the literal sense – their home is the space where they live. But that does not mean they can manage entirely on their own. They need…
When we talk about animal protection in the city, we almost never talk about rats. We talk about hedgehogs, for whom shelters are built. About birds, for whom feeders are installed. About free-living cats, who are entitled to feeding and…
29 January In winter, the number of reports concerning animals in need of help increases significantly. Low temperatures, moisture, and lack of shelter can quickly lead to hypothermia and, in extreme cases, death. That’s why every quick reaction matters during…
The nutria (Myocastor coypus), more precisely the American nutria, is a fairly large, semi‑aquatic rodent originating from South America. In its natural environment, it inhabits the banks of rivers, lakes, and marshes in Argentina, Chile, Uruguay, Paraguay, and southern Brazil.…