Dog among 2 new screwworm cases; Canada blocks Texas livestock imports

The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) on Monday confirmed two additional cases of New World screwworm, widening a multi-agency response that has already triggered international trade restrictions.

Ridglan Farms beagles sacrificed in painful experiments at UW-Madison

A FOX6 investigation finds the University of Wisconsin performed painful experiments on Ridglan Farms beagles – and those beagles did not survive.

USDA confirms first US case of flesh-eating screwworm in Texas, triggering quarantines

Federal agricultural officials on Wednesday confirmed the first U.S. case of the destructive New World screwworm in a Texas calf, triggering emergency quarantine measures and sparking a sharp political clash over the adequacy of the government's response.

Uncertain future for the Minnehaha Dog Park
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The Minneapolis Park Board is considering closing the Minnehaha Off-Leash Dog Park due to it has cultural and burial significance for Native Americans. FOX 9's Corin Hoggard has the story. 

Dog park history considered by parks board
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A beloved Minneapolis dog park may soon close as city leaders weigh its future against its sacred history and burial significance for Native Americans. FOX 9’s Corin Hoggard explains.

Officials grapple with Rochester geese population
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City officials in Rochester are trying to control its largely expanding geese population, which they say now tops 40,000.

Here's how much it costs to own a dog or cat in 2026

If it feels like caring for your pet has gotten a lot more expensive lately, you’re not alone: the cost of dog and pet parenthood has risen 15% over the past year.

No kids, more dogs, and family-style platters: Welcome to the future of dining

Ditch the kids, bring the dogs. That’s the message from diners who overwhelmingly want to eat at places where they do not have to worry about children interrupting their meals. 

Meet Kiki the sheep, a social media star
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Kiki's unlikely journey from a meat farm in Massachusetts to social media stardom has inspired people across the globe.

Utah firefighters help save millions of honeybees

Utah firefighters help keep millions of honeybees cool after a truck carrying hundreds of hives broke down on a highway.