Animal rights
Holon resident arrested on suspicion of kicking dog in head, lifting it by throat
Police said the owner, a man in his 40s, allegedly kicked the dog in the head several times and lifted it by the throat. The dog was taken for veterinary care.
How much is hunting a gazelle worth to the state? This is the price a convicted hunter will pay
Unnecessary and cruel: Using chickens for kapparot on Yom Kippur violates Jewish values – opinion
Over 150 beagles rescued from testing at Wisconsin facility, marking over 2,000 released this year
Giraffes interrupt women's golf tournament in Kenya
Golfers come from around the world to play on a fairway frequented by wildlife.
Australia stops ship carrying livestock from sailing around Africa to Israel
The MV Bahijah sailed from Australia for Israel on January 5 but abandoned passage through the Red Sea due to threat of attack by Houthis and was ordered home by the Australian government.
Not so dumb: Chickens communicate their emotions with unique clucks
Researchers found that humans can tell if chickens are excited or displeased just by the sound of their clucks.
Israel's live animal imports increased by 220% over last decade
While many countries are discontinuing the practice of live animal shipments for slaughter Israel continues to import animals for slaughter on a massive scale.
Debates over kiwi dog toy raises animal conservation issues
Conservation groups complained a kiwi dog toy was inappropriate since dogs are the kiwi bird's most dangerous predator.
Chupacabra? 'Mythical creature' caught on camera in Texas backyard
Tina Kalig, of Hill Country Village, photographed the odd animal, which resembled a large dog, but its exact identity remained a mystery.
Why was a porcupine wandering alone near the Israeli Knesset?
Knesset guards found the porcupine and transferred her to veterinary care.
Dogs rescued from abusive living conditions during Israel Police operation
The innocent animals, previously subjected to neglect at the hands of now-apprehended criminals, have been given a second chance at a better life.
Long and strong: World's largest crocodile continues to grow
Though he is old, Cassius the crocodile still has lots of life to live.
Sri Lanka rescinds monkey sale to China amid fears they will be eaten
“I am very happy to hear this,” Sanjeeva Jayawardena, the President's Counsel, is cited as having said. “These monkeys will end up in Chinese restaurants.”
