14 dogs rescued from animal neglect charges find homes

Josh Nelson and Georgia's story all began last October when eight dead dogs were found dumped on Grey Cloud Island near Cottage Grove.

Minnesota weather: Tips for protecting your pets during frigid temperatures

After much of Minnesota finally received measurable amounts of snow this season, and colder temperatures expected ahead, the Animal Humane Society is offering tips to help keep your pet safe and comfortable for the remainder of winter.

AHS offers Paint My Pet classes
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Looking for a great gift for the pet owner in your life? The Animal Humane Society is offering up a series of "Paint My Pet" classes perfect for nearly every age. All proceeds benefit the Animal Humane Society's mission to help local animals.

What Thanksgiving foods your pet can and can’t eat

As you’re cooking your Thanksgiving dinner, you may be tempted to share some with your pet. But the Animal Humane Society (AHS) says to be cautious when sharing your favorite foods.

Pet rescue sees more need, less donations
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A pet recue in Princeton is getting requests to surrender pets more and more, just as donations have dwindled as well. FOX 9?s Rose Schmidt has the details.

AHS expands volunteer opportunities
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The Animal Humane Society is expanding their volunteer roles as we head into the winter months. They've recently added community outreach and vet center facility care roles. Jen Rickert from AHS joined the FOX 9 Morning News to highlight the new opportunities.

Preparing pets for Halloween
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Halloween can be stressful for pets. The Animal Humane Society brings some pets and tips about how to prepare your pet for Halloween.

AHS program addresses vet tech shortage
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Right now, there are a lot of veterinarian tech positions open in Minnesota. It's making it difficult to get pets health care appointments. In order to address the shortage, The Animal Humane Society launched their own training program earlier this year. The first group of students graduated in August, and they've already seen high interest in the next two sessions of the training program.

Can you teach an old dog new tricks?
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The kids are back to class and fall is the perfect time to teach your pet some new skills. Each year, the Animal Humane Society hosts a variety of training classes for pets. Sam Weller from the Animal Humane Society joined the Fox 9 Morning News to share some tips for pet owners

Canine influenza cases decline, Board of Animal Health loosens guidelines

Following an outbreak of canine influenza in April, the Board of Animal Health has begun loosening its guidelines surrounding dog parks, daycare centers and other gatherings as cases have since begun to decline.

Dogs left abandoned in Chaska
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The Chaska Police Department says they've seen an uptick in dog dumpings over the last month, and one of those cases even resulted in criminal charges.

Animal Humane Society supporting pet parents
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This summer the Animal Humane Society is doing more in the community than just adopting out animals, they?re working hard to keep people and pets together. The nonprofit is hosting everything from resource fairs and vaccine clinics. They are also expanding pet food distribution and their temporary pet housing program. AHS community outreach manager Tabitha Ewart joined the FOX 9 Morning news to discuss their ongoing efforts to help pet parents.

It's 'kitten season' at Animal Humane Society
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This is the time of the year when the Animal Humane Society in Golden Valley usually sees an influx of new kittens at the shelter. They are urging for people to show up and update.

Animal Humane Society reopens adoption centers after canine influenza outbreak

The Animal Humane Society is reopening its adoption centers following an outbreak of canine influenza which caused three locations to temporarily close. 

AHS reopens after canine flu
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The Animal Humane Society is reopening its adoption centers following an outbreak of canine influenza which caused three locations to temporarily close.

Walk for Animals is this Saturday
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The Animal Humane Society's Walk for Animals is this Saturday at the Minnesota State Fairgrounds. Although dogs cannot attend this year due to canine influenza, other animals can. And the Animal Humane Society needs your support now more than ever.

How to help your pet with anxiety
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We love our pets most of the time, except when they destroy our furniture, shoes, or other items around the house. But why are they chewing or acting out? The Animal Humane Society offers some tips on how to mitigate the problem.

Canine influenza: Animal Humane Society to reopen 1 location with limited services after outbreak

The Animal Humane Society (AHS) is reopening the Woodbury adoption center with limited services after a suspected outbreak of canine influenza caused three locations to temporarily close.