In the late 1950s, Moscow’s streets were full of stray dogs that adapted to freezing nights and scarce food. One small mixed‑breed stood out to Soviet researchers for her calm nature and size. She was ...
The story of Laika, the first dog in space, has been shrouded in legend, misinformation, and propaganda since she first reached Earth’s orbit in 1957. This article digs into what really happened to ...
Belka & Strelka postcard, USSR (1960), by the photomontage artist Sveshnikov. The flags read “Happy New Year,” with the dogs’ names on the inside of the cockpits. (© FUEL Publishing) Edited by Damon ...
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