Skijoring and dog races at Canterbury Park
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Horse skijoring and dog races are returning to Canterbury Park this weekend for its sixth year. FOX 9?s Shayne Wells has more on the story.

Animal love stories at Como Zoo and Conservatory

Como Zoo is full of love this Valentine's Day. Allison Jungheim, Senior Keeper at Como Park Zoo and Conservatory, introduces us to some of the couples who call the zoo home. 

Animal love stories from the Como Zoo
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Polar bears, penguins and orangutans at the Como Zoo all have their own love stories. FOX 9's Hannah Flood shares the story behind these animal romances.

Watch: Emotional reunion as stolen dog returns home after over 7 years

A tearful reunion between a family and their beloved dog was caught on tape more than seven years after she was stolen from their yard.

Giant schnauzer Monty wins best in show at Westminster Kennel Club dog show

Monty, a giant schnauzer, took home the top prize at the 2025 Westminster Kennel Club Dog Show, solidifying his place in dog show history.

Animal shelter, Anoka Co. Sheriff at odds over alleged animal cruelty case

Posts going around social media show the Anoka County Sheriff’s Office and an emergency shelter at odds over an alleged animal cruelty case.

Endangered gorilla dies at San Francisco Zoo at age 43

 A critically endangered Western lowland gorilla, named "Oscar Jonesy," died on Thursday afternoon following a medical procedure at 43 years old, according to the San Francisco Zoo.

VIDEO: Massive and strange fish stranded along Florida coast. What is Mola Mola fish?

A huge Mola Mola fish, also known as an ocean sunfish, found itself stranded near the Florida coast. What's a very large and strange fish. Here's what it is.

Chewy offers free treats for pets if Eagles win Super Bowl 59

If the Philadelphia Eagles win Super Bowl 59, Chewy said it will give away 59,000 free treats for birds, dogs and cats.

India’s tiger population surges—study reveals key factors behind the success

India has doubled its tiger population in just over a decade, thanks to conservation efforts that protect habitats, curb poaching, and boost local communities.

How did a baby shark hatch without a male around? Louisiana aquarium investigates

The Shreveport Aquarium in Louisiana is investigating the mysterious birth of a baby swell shark, despite no male sharks being present in the tank for three years.

PETA wants to replace Punxsutawney Phil with 'vegan weather reveal cake'

PETA announced that it has offered the Punxsutawney Groundhog Club a free vegan cake every year if it allows Punxsutawney Phil to retire.

Loose cows cause crashes, injuries on southern Minnesota highway: Charges

A Nicollet County man is facing charges after three of his cows escaped to a nearby road, leading to multiple crashes and resulting in the death of the animals. 

New shelter for domestic violence victims and their pets opens in Blaine

A new pet-friendly domestic violence shelter has opened in Blaine, with the goal of ensuring victims and their pets can escape together. 

Lake Minnetonka Klondike Dog Derby canceled due to lack of snow

The Lake Minnetonka Klondike Dog Derby has been canceled for a second year in a row due to unfavorable racing conditions. 

Here are signs that poor air quality may affect your pet

Bad air quality can have a negative impact on people, but pets can be more susceptible to it, and these are the things to be aware of to protect your animal.

Minnesota Zoo welcomes 2 new pumas found orphaned in the wilderness

The Minnesota Zoo is welcoming two male puma cubs to their Minnesota Trail exhibit after they were discovered in the wilderness without a mother to care for them.