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
Polish European Parliament member compares Holocaust to animal abuse
"It's time for a serious discussion about the treatment of animals, the conditions in which they live, and how we kill them."
Second largest Israeli food and beverage company bans animal testing
Following criticism regarding a recent study in which mice were starved, killed and dissected, Strauss Group announced that it is banning animal testing.
Stud tortoise Diego goes home after fathering most of his species
A 130-year-old tortoise is returning to the wild after a good job done in San Diego Zoo's breeding program.
Porcupines poached for meat in northern Israel due to superstitions
The beliefs tied to porcupines are the result of the noises the animal makes, "that resemble a baby's cry," Ling said.
7 Best Tips to Find the Best Dog Breed for You
When it’s time to get a dog one of the first questions you might ask yourself is “what kind of dog should I get?”
Gazan cat gets life-saving medical treatment in Israel
The ally-cat was brought into Israel through the Erez Crossing.
Petah Tikva to open first cat park to contain, house stray felines
The park will have food and water dishes, playing grounds, and will be under supervision of the local council's veterinary services.
A Window to the World: Jews and sled dogs
The famous Iditarod race in Alaska raises ethical questions.
Israeli city’s rabbis rule all dogs are bad and their owners accursed
The rabbi of neighboring Holon, Avraham Yosef, is quoted as writing: “I do not find any grounds for permitting any dog whatsoever in any manner.”
Netanyahu steps up to save animals' lives
"We see animal rights as an important cause and we will continue to put an emphasis on it,” wrote Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu.