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International Cat Day

International Cat Day: Israel's feline fans celebrate purr-fect holiday

Cats are one of the most popular pets in the world. Israel's stray cat population alone is thought to number at least two million, and many cherish them as beloved family members.

|ByAARON REICH
Formerly stray kittens Dwight K. Schrute (L) and Fergus, now in a loving home in Ra'anana after being given a second chance at life.
Sprite the cat.

On International Cat Day, Israel's 2 million street cats remain a crisis

"Nobody has made real progress to stop the suffering of this poor animal. It's very sad. They all say there's no budget, and animals are kept at the bottom of priorities, and that's a problem."

|ByAARON REICH
Lions enjoying an activity given to them by handlers at the safari

Lions in Ramat Gan Safari celebrate World Lion Day

While other animals are hunted for things such as food, fur or their fangs, lions are often hunted by people who are trying to prove their bravery to others.

|ByOMRI RON
A JERUSALEM alley cat.

Cats of Jerusalem have a purr-fect holiday

|ByAARON REICH