Pets

A purrfect day to vote: Taking part in the democratic process of Israel with my cat - comment

The stakes were high, the treats were packed, and off my spouse and I went to vote, with Medici in his adorable kitty backpack that always makes him look like an astronaut. 

 The writer, Aaron Reich, is seen with their cat, Medici (full name HaRav Medici di Cuddlebutt Reich) waiting to vote in Jerusalem for the municipal elections, on February 27, 2024.
Police arrest a man in Holon for allegedly abusing his dog on October 18, 2026.

Holon resident arrested on suspicion of kicking dog in head, lifting it by throat

Dogs and parrots rescued from a fire in Hadera, October 12, 2026.

Four dogs, two parrots rescued from Hadera house fire, Israel Fire and Rescue announces

Nearly 90% of Israelis say their dog is a full-fledged member of the family.

17% of Israelis sleep with their dog in bed – and that’s not the most surprising part


Is the war in Israel unleashing pet-friendly hotels?

Many left everything behind but did not agree to leave their pets unguarded. They wanted to take them along in this time of crisis.

 DOGS WITH guests at the Atlas Backstage Hotel in Tel Aviv.

Finding a ‘shidduch’ for dogs in shelters can reduce their stress and make them more adoptable 

“Many potential adopters might already have a dog or would like to engage in social activities with their dog,” researchers said.

 One of the pairs of shelter dogs from the study. These dogs chose to cuddle, even though they were offered separate beds.

New phage therapy treatment can treat antibiotic-resistant infections in all animals

Squeaks, an Israeli Persian cat, fully recovered from an infection resistant to antibiotics by veterinarians who used personalized phage therapy.

 Squeaks.

Pampered pooches can travel in style as new doggy airline 'Bark Air' takes flight

The company said that it aimed to make long-distance travel more comfortable for dogs that don't fit under the seats in front of passengers on commercial flights,

 flight

Can you communicate with your canine by virtual means?

Dogs can imitate human actions from two-dimensional video projections, say Hungarian researchers

 Dog (illustrative).

Ever wish your dog could understand you? New research suggests they can

Pet dogs can learn to respond to human words because they understand that some ‘stand for’ objects.

 A study has made the surprising discovery by recording brain activity that dogs generally also know that certain words “stand for” certain objects. when they hear those words, they activate a matching mental representation in their minds.

How can the health of homeless pet owners and their companions be improved?

Researchers in Texas have conducted a study that reveals five common ways in which the health of homeless pet owners and their dogs can be improved. 

 Homeless man and his dog, illustrative

Australian research shows impact of forced separation between pets, owners

The issue was highlighted by 17-year-old Mia Leimberg, who refused to be held hostage in Gaza without her Shi Tzu dog.

Mia Leimberg, 17, released from captivity after being taken hostage by Hamas in the Gaza Strip with her mother Gabriela and her dog Bella, holds the dog in her arms at their home in Jerusalem, December 5, 2023. Mia's uncle and aunt's partner remain in captivity.

Why do big dogs live shorter lives? - study

While big dogs live shorter lives, smaller dogs are more likely to have experienced ocular, cardiac, liver/pancreas, and respiratory diseases.

 Dog.

Want to help promote your cognition level from declining if you live alone? Adopt a cat or dog

Compared with pet owners living with others, those living alone who didn’t have a pet had faster rates of decline in composite verbal cognition.

 Amelia the dog, looking happy and fabulous in Tel Aviv (Illustrative).