Montenegro's Abandoned Horses in Heatwave | Global News

Europe’s deadly heatwave is exposing a cruel reality: abandoned horses suffering in the blistering sun just outside Montenegro’s capital, Podgorica, with no water, food, or shade—while the country scrambles to address a systemic lack of animal shelters for large animals. As temperatures soar past 40°C across the continent—including record-breaking highs in France and Hungary—activists warn this neglect essentially legalizes animal cruelty. With Montenegro racing toward EU membership by 2028, officials admit they’re caught between outdated laws and urgent needs, while Balkan communities brace for extreme heat with tips to stay safe—and one Croatian zoo even serves up frozen fruit treats for its animals. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/d4156d9a5aa46e71