Ashkelon opens an information hub for dog owners
On August 6, 2026, Ashkelon Municipality announced a new information hub for dog owners and expanded rabies-prevention activity. Residents are encouraged to use the city veterinary service’s consolidated guidance and follow vaccination and responsible animal-care requirements.
The city veterinary service has brought dog-owner information and guidance together in one place. The launch follows continued rabies cases reported in Israel during 2026, making prevention and protection of public and animal health the city’s main focus.
The guidance covers dog rabies vaccinations, responsible animal ownership, and what to do after contact with a potentially suspected animal. For medical advice and post-exposure instructions, residents should contact the competent Ministry of Health services.
Practical step for dog owners: open the municipal veterinary service information section and check that your pet’s vaccination is current. After possible contact with a suspected animal, do not rely on chat advice; contact the Ministry of Health rabies-prevention unit for the Ashkelon area.
Key facts
- The municipal announcement was published on August 6, 2026.
- The hub brings dog-owner information and guidance together in one place.
- The city veterinary service has expanded rabies-prevention activity.
- The Ministry of Health operates a rabies-prevention unit for the Ashkelon district.