Pets
17% of Israelis sleep with their dog in bed – and that’s not the most surprising part
A new survey conducted for Walla on International Dog Day reveals just how much dogs are part of the Israeli family, and what happens when it comes to vacation planning?
Surf’s pup: Some 20 dogs make a splash at annual World Dog Surfing Championships in California
Fabulous felines: Celebrating the beloved cats of the 'Post' for International Cat Day
New kind of school: China's dog owners splurge on preschools to pamper beloved pets
Honoring 'The Last Samurai': Fallen soldier Adi Tzur remembered with new home for abandoned dogs
DOMESTIC AFFAIRS: After St.-Sgt. Adi Tzur was killed defending Kibbutz Kissufim on October 7, The Magic House, a shelter helping stray and abused dogs find homes, was founded in his honor.
Naked English-French bulldog named Petunia takes title of World’s Ugliest Dog 2025
If bragging rights weren’t enough, Petunia will appear on limited-edition cans of Mug Root Beer, the contest’s sponsor, and appeared on the Today show
What cats really want: Myths, facts, and surprising innovations
Cats are curious creatures, with clear preferences, and can live long lives with the right nutrition and lots of love.
Dogs and cats in war: Preparing your pet for sirens and worst-case scenarios
Just as we have to prepare ourselves and family members for having to leave home quickly if a rocket alert is received, we also need to prepare for our animals to leave with us.
To keep your dog safe in the car too: The manufacturer launching a line for pets
Toyota launches Toyota Pets in Israel – a premium accessories collection that "changes the game for traveling with dogs."
The heartwarming project that brought smiles to the cats of the Gaza Envelope
During the most difficult moments, one of the community’s most moving projects was born: A full network of feeding stations and aid for the cats left behind.
Turtle illegally smuggled onto El Al plane escapes, bites another passenger
The turtle was eventually captured by the flight crew and placed in a safe crate until the plane landed in Israel.
From nuclear threat to harmless kittens: Israeli rescues adopt names of US-struck facilities
Read how one American-Israeli saved three kittens under fire from Iranian rockets.
Iran's war on pets: Tehran bans walking dogs across 18 cities
Despite dog ownership being heavily frowned upon by Islamic authorities in Iran, BBC News reported that owning man’s best friend has become increasingly popular among Iranian youth.
Is it a bird? Is it a plane? No! It's Ed the zebra being airlifted home
Ed quickly became an internet sensation after pictures of his time on the run went viral.
