Jack Russell Becomes Ukrainian National Hero After Identifying 150 Russian Bombs

A Jack Russel terrier in Ukraine has become a national hero after working day-in-day-out to identify unexploded Russian bombs.

Since the invasion of Ukraine began over 2 months ago, tens of thousands of Russian missiles and large explosives have rained down on the nation killing thousands. However, not all have exploded and have therefore posed huge dangers to the military and civilian population. Retreating Russian soldiers have also left behind booby-traps for the Ukrainians chasing them from their lands.

To combat this, the Ukrainian defenders have brought in bomb sniffing dogs to identify these threats so that they can be neutralised. The most famous of these has become 'Patron', a 2-year-old terrier who has identified and help make safe 150 explosive devices.

The Chernihiv unit, of which Patron is a part, even call him the 'pyrotechnic dog Patron, who is loved by both adults and children'. He has gained even wider fame after being featured in uniform on the social media channel of the group.

They add:

"One day, Patron's story will be turned into a film… but for now, he is faithfully performing his professional duties."

Fans have also been drawing and designing artwork of the dog which the group have also shared online with the caption:

"Our brave baby Patron has inspired an incredible number of gifted artists and we are incredibly happy for that. It motivates not to give up no matter how hard it is, to keep the bar high and to fight with new strength, knowing how many people are still waiting for help and how many people believe in us. Our Patron doesn't let his feet down either and sends his gratitude to everyone. Great heroes don't necessarily have to be great."

One of the most touching photographs shows a split-screen drawing of one of Patron in uniform and the other of him playing in the park.

A dog called Patron, who works with SES rescuers in Chernihiv, has helped defuse nearly 90 explosive devices since the beginning of the full-scale invasion 🐶 One day, Patron's story will be turned into a film, but for now, he is faithfully performing his professional duties. pic.twitter.com/2PpT8p4Yfr

— Stratcom Centre UA (@StratcomCentre) March 19, 2022

[Based on reporting by: My Modern Met]