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?

|ByZIV REINSTEIN
Nearly 90% of Israelis say their dog is a full-fledged member of the family.
Sally jumps off her board while competing in the World Dog Surfing Championships on August 01, 2026 in Pacifica, California.

Surf’s pup: Some 20 dogs make a splash at annual World Dog Surfing Championships in California

This year’s overall winner was five-year-old Labrador retriever Rippin Rosie, followed closely by Iza, a French bulldog from Pleasanton, and Bradley “Shortboard” Cooper from Long Beach.

|BySHIR PERETS
Blink, but slowly: Study reveals the secret to better communication with your cat.

Fabulous felines: Celebrating the beloved cats of the 'Post' for International Cat Day

As cat owners and enthusiasts around the world celebrate International Cat Day, The Jerusalem Post would like to spotlight the fabulous felines that are an integral part of our family.

|BySHIR PERETS
A man holds a dog whilst walking along a street in Shanghai on March 25, 2026.

New kind of school: China's dog owners splurge on preschools to pamper beloved pets

As declining birth rates alter lifestyles, pets are increasingly treated as members of the family, driving growth in higher-value services such as daycare, grooming, and training.

|ByREUTERS

Does your dog chase his tail? Here's what it could mean

There could be an underlying problem if your dog continues to chase its tail beyond six months.

SEPTEMBER 19, 2023ByMAARIV ONLINE

Cats are obsessed with tuna due to their special taste buds - study

This latest study revealed that cats' taste buds are uniquely geared toward tasting ‘umami’, a term that describes the deep, savory flavor of foods that are neither sweet, sour, or bitter.

SEPTEMBER 1, 2023ByJERUSALEM POST STAFF
A cat rescued by the Humane Society International's animal disaster relief team in Antakya, Turkey after the earthquake, February 2023