Esteemed Dog Trainer Hannah Horowitz Dies at 92
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- Renowned Israeli dog trainer Hannah Horowitz died at 92.
- She trained dogs until her final days.
- Horowitz was a Holocaust survivor who immigrated to Israel.
- She had a lifelong passion for German Shepherds.
- She formed a close bond with a Malinois from the Oketz Unit.
Hannah Horowitz, a prominent figure in the Israeli dog training community, passed away at the age of 92. Even in her final days, Horowitz remained dedicated to her lifelong passion for dogs, training Dana, a Malinois dog from the Oketz Unit, just days before her death. Horowitz, a Holocaust survivor who immigrated to Israel in 1947 after losing her parents in Warsaw at age eight, built a significant legacy in the world of dog breeding and training.
She developed a deep love for German Shepherds early in life, a passion that continued throughout her decades in Israel. Over the years, she raised and trained numerous dogs, becoming a well-known and respected figure. Her dedication extended to competing and training well into her later years.
After the passing of her last German Shepherd, Horowitz found companionship and purpose with Dana, a Belgian Malinois from the Oketz Unit. Despite her long-standing preference for German Shepherds, Horowitz formed a profound bond with Dana, who reportedly sensed Horowitz's well-being and stayed by her side during difficult times. This connection persisted until Horowitz's final days.
The news of her death has deeply saddened many in the dog training community. Sharon Ronen, a colleague, eulogized Horowitz as a "role model" and "one of the pillars of the Protection and Rescue Dogs club," describing her as "a small woman but very great" for her unwavering commitment to her passion until the very end.
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