animals

Russian man survives bear attack as sightings near Moscow increase

The man, who apparently survived the attack by managing to play dead, was out collecting antlers shed by elk and deer last week when the bear attacked him.

By REUTERS
06/04/2025

Mommy, a 100-year-old tortoise, becomes the oldest first-time mother of her species

The hatchlings are the offspring of Mommy and Abrazzo, two Western Santa Cruz tortoises and the zoo's two oldest residents, each estimated to be around 100 years old.

‘DESPITE MY usual discomfort with animals, especially ones that shed, I felt an immediate, special c

Animals' PTSD from rocket sirens must also be acknowledged

In memory of Lev, a three-legged dog who became irreversibly paralyzed from fear of rocket sirens, I share his story and invite you to support Wind Chimes’ work with traumatized animals and people.

By SHARON F. WEIL
06/04/2025

In the Midbarium Beersheba, they're already preparing for Passover

At the Midbarium Wildlife Park in Beersheba, a special program is being prepared for visitors during the Passover holiday.

By LIOR LERNER
01/04/2025

Promising treatment for dogs with CKD shows positive results

Researchers found a noticeable difference for dogs who were treated with the vitamin D treatment rather

WATCH: Israel police recover illegally held monkey in cage in Negev as part of broad crackdown

According to official figures, eight monkeys and three lion cubs have been recovered so far in operations carried out in collaboration with the INPA. 

Itamar's Home: A center for animal-assisted therapy for children in Sderot

The shipping company ZIM will expand the trauma treatment center in Sderot, which will be named after Staff Sergeant Itamar Ben Yehuda, a Golani fighter who fell on October 7, 2023.

By WALLA! LOCAL
12/03/2025

Long Island dog rescue names adoptable puppies in honor of Bibas family

The rescue's founder was devastated by the announcement of their murders in captivity.

New study reveals domestic cats arrived in China via the Silk Road around 600 CE

Domestic cats quickly gained popularity among China's elite, considered luxury pets at royal courts.

Police rescue lion cub, two monkeys held illegally in Israel's South

The animals were transferred to inspectors from the Israel Nature and Parks Authority for further care.

09/03/2025
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