The Dog Days of Israel (1 cent)

This morning, here in Washington, I was taking an early walk and passed a woman and her very handsome Boston terrier.

I like watching dogs, although I have always believed they should lead independent lives, not be house pets, and have all of the rights of other citizens, but no more. I certainly do not want to have, or be tied down by, a canine.

Having said that, this morning's terrier reminded me of the extraordinary number of dogs that you see in Israel, and how proud and handsome they appear, whether walking with their owners or on their own (if Israel has leash laws, they do not seem to be enforced).

So, next time you think about Israel, it's ok to think about the Jews and the Muslims, but don't forget the dogs. And when you see newscasts about the suicide bombers and all that other stuff, it is ok to bemoan all of that (of course), but don't forget the dogs. Perhaps they shall inherit the promised land. The dog days of Israel.