The shooting of foxes has been allowed in the Ardatovsky district due to a rabies quarantine.

      April 30, 2026 18:31 Society The Ministry of Natural Resources has authorized the shooting of foxes in the Ardatovsky municipal district. The corresponding order has been published on the official portal of legal acts. The reason is the introduction of a quarantine for rabies in the villages of Rizadeevo and Mikheevka. The measures are aimed at preventing the further spread of the disease, protecting public health, and preserving wildlife. Shooting is permitted from April 28 to May 27 in the territory of the public organization "Nizhny Novgorod Regional Society of Hunters and Fishermen" - within a radius of one kilometer from the point with coordinates 55.135905, 43.131977. The measures will also affect publicly accessible hunting grounds in the district within a radius of one kilometer from the point 55.293570, 43.268353. Hunting is allowed for foxes of all sexes and ages, with no limit on the number of individuals. However, the shooting must be conducted in accordance with the current Hunting Rules and using weapons permitted by law. It was previously reported that state veterinary clinics in Nizhny Novgorod offer free rabies vaccinations for pets. NIA "Nizhny Novgorod" has channels on Telegram and MAX. Subscribe to stay updated on major events, exclusive materials, and timely information. Copyright © 1999—2025 NIA "Nizhny Novgorod". When reprinting, a hyperlink to NIA "Nizhny Novgorod" is mandatory. This resource may contain materials 18+