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Elite Dog Unit Oketz operating in Gaza
4-legged heroes on the front lines

IDF’s Elite Oketz Unit at Risk of Closure Amid Military Dog Program Overhaul

The IDF is rolling out a new program to train regular soldiers as canine handlers in just a month, potentially sidelining the elite Oketz unit. This shift, coupled with a reduction in Oketz’s attack dogs, has sparked concerns about diminished effectiveness and increased risks to troops.

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The trained Psychotrauma dogs passing their training course

Animals may just be the key to healing our war-torn nation

Amazing: United Hatzalah launches Israel's first Psychotrauma dog training program to support victims in crisis

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Children and dogs, rejoicing together on Purim.

A Very Doggy Purim

Purim and dogs: A match made in Heaven

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