Jerusalem, 10 September, 2026 (TPS-IL) — Israel’s Ministry of Agriculture and Food Security raided a large-scale dog breeding facility, rescuing approximately 300 dogs — mostly poodles, along with Pomeranians, French Bulldogs, and other breeds — kept in severe, unsanitary conditions.
Inspectors found puppies only weeks old, dogs with untreated corneal ulcers, matted and feces-covered fur, and spoiled food and water. One puppy was discovered trapped inside a water bowl unable to climb out.
Officials suspect the site operated as a commercial breeding and sales network, with signs of unrecorded cash transactions and attempts to destroy evidence, which have been referred to the Tax Authority.
All rescued dogs were moved to a protected ministry facility for medical treatment, with criminal proceedings opened against the suspected owner.