Animal Humane Society

The kitten was found in a field in Coon Rapids as first responders were responding to a grass fire at a homeless encampment. Coon Rapids Community Officer Eric Prindle brought the kitten to the Animal Humane Society in Coon Rapids were veterinarians weren’t sure if he would survive his injuries. Officer Prindle felt such a strong connection with the kitten, named JJ, he decided to adopt the cat after his original owner decided she could not properly care for his injuries.

Ahead of the Walk For Animals, the Animal Humane Society joined Fox 9 Good Day to chat about one of their important programs. AHS offers temporary pet housing for those in short-term crisis. Temporary pet housing helps individuals experiencing extended hospital stays, a sudden change in their living situation, family emergencies, and more.

The Animal Humane Society's Walk for Animals is scheduled for May 3 at the Minnesota State Fairgrounds. It's the organization's largest fundraiser. Here's why it's important.

The Animal Humane Society's largest fundraiser is Walk for Animals, planned for the first weekend in March. Here's why adopting an animal is important, according to the nonprofit.

The Animal Humane Society is offering some free pet food and supplies for families facing financial hardships. Their Free Pantry Pop Up is taking place Saturday at their location off of University Ave. West in St. Paul From 10 am - 2pm or until supplies last. This Saturday guests can stop by to pick up free food and supplies. Items offered include: approximately one month’s supply of dry dog food and/or dry cat food and miscellaneous new or gently used pet supplies.

The Animal Human Society’s largest fundraiser of the year is still a few months out, but some of its organizers joined the FOX 9 crew to discuss the event ahead with registration already underway.

October is Domestic Violence Awareness Month. In the metro, several rescue organizations are lending a helping hand for people worried about finding a safe space for their pets. Caroline Barlow from the Animal Humane Society joined the FOX 9 Morning News to talk about their community outreach programs for pets and their owners.

There are many benefits to adopting animals from shelters despite this, myths about pet adoption persist. Brittany Baumann from the Animal Humane Society joined the FOX 9 Morning News to debunk common misconceptions.

As temperatures heat up this weekend, the Animal Humane Society is reminding pet owners to keep an eye out for signs of heat exhaustion.

Fridley police assisted the Animal Humane Society in removing 42 animals from Happy Tails Rescue in Fridley. Officials say the animals were not getting proper medical care.

Severe weather season has arrived in Minnesota. Hopefully you have a severe weather plan in place for your family, but do those plans include your pets? Alison Shramel from the Animal Humane Society joined the FOX 9 Morning News to talk about what your "pet go kit" should include and how to prepare if disaster strikes.

Rachel Gernander and Ham the cat join FOX 9's Leah Beno at the Minnesota State Fairgrounds for the Walk for Animals, which benefits the Animal Humane Society.

Many kids love animals and are curious to explore a future involved with taking care of pets. The Animal Humane Society is hosting Future Vet Workshops and education summer camps. Education coordinator or AHS, Rachel Dashiell, explains what to expect.

The Walk for Animals is coming up in just a few weeks, and while it's a major component of fundraising for the Animal Humane Society, there's another crucial piece of the puzzle that helps the organization on a daily basis. Volunteers are at the heart of daily life for AHS. Alix Kendall took a trip to the shelter in Golden Valley to see the hard work and dedication that goes into helping families find their forever homes.