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


Are your pets cold? How to keep cats, dogs warm in the winter

Expert tips from cat behavior consultant Orly Zakai on understanding changes in cat behavior and keeping them warm during the cold winter.

 dogs and cats

Battle of the pets: Are cats or dogs smarter? - study

Canines are not only more social but more skilled in relying on human pointing gestures.

 Cats and dogs, illustrative

Released child hostages share heartwarming reunion with family dog

Their four-legged friend, Rodney, did not skip a beat before asking for a belly rub.

 The recently reunited Brodetz family, embracing each other after 51 days in captivity and separated from their loved ones.

What happens when cats get fat? Illinois researchers weigh in

According to the researchers, 60% of cats in the US are overweight.

 A fat cat is seen lounging in the living room after a hearty Friday night dinner.

Danish scientists paws for thought – bow-Wow or me-Ow?

Pet owners were found to be more attached to dogs than cats, but it varied significantly among countries.

 Cats and dogs, illustrative

Reuniting pet dogs with owners or finding them fosters or adopters

There are bewildered dogs and cats whose owners were kidnapped, murdered – or who disappeared and ran away from destroyed homes and have nowhere to go.

Dog injured following rocket attacks

Why do pets prefer food over toys?

Food was found to be a more effective reinforcer for dog behavior compared to toys and other items.

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

Boarding house opens for dogs left behind in war-torn southern Israel

See below who you can call to find support for the pets left behind after the Hamas massacre.


Mischievous dog caught speeding in Slovakia; owner fined

A Slovakian man has been fined after his pet dog was captured on a road camera driving over the speed limit.


Does your dog have stinky breath? Then you need this trick

Not only can doing this get rid of your dog's bad breath, it can prevent potentially fatal diseases.

 Evie the dog (Z"L) is seen enjoying sometime outside at her home in New Haven, Connecticut, in the summer of 2018.