Explosion of feral dog population threatens big cities with rabies, nature expert warns (opens original article in a new tab)

A surge in feral dog populations in northern Israel and the West Bank is increasing rabies risks, with experts warning of potential spread to urban areas if coordinated action is not taken.

• Israel's chief scientist warns of rabies spread via feral dogs in northern West Bank
• Rabies cases in Israel include 43 dog and 20 jackal cases this year, up from 36 each last year
• Feral dog population surge linked to waste from IDF operations and poor sanitation in West Bank