"Oketz" is the IDF's canine unit. It operates with specially-trained dogs for missions in a range of fields, including counter-terrorism, search and rescue, and detecting weapons and explosives. 

The connection between the soldier and their dog is very personal, as soldiers in the Oketz Unit are partnered with a specific dog during training and then go on to spend a lot of time operating together. This relationship is crucial to the success of their military operations and forms an integral part of Oketz's effectiveness.