Pups making a splash at The Dog Tank
The weather outside might be frightful, but inside it?s perfect for a plunge. The Dog Tank in Mendota Heights is hosting a doggy polar plunge Jan. 12-14. This is a NADD (North American Diving Dogs) event meaning some of the dogs can earn a title. The Dog Tank is located at 2415 Pilot Knob Road and is open for public viewing. It?s a great way to learn about the sport of dock diving.
The weather outside might be frightful, but inside it?s perfect for a plunge. The Dog Tank in Mendota Heights is hosting a doggy polar plunge Jan. 12-14. This is a NADD (North American Diving Dogs) event meaning some of the dogs can earn a title. The Dog Tank is located at 2415 Pilot Knob Road and is open for public viewing. It?s a great way to learn about the sport of dock diving.
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.
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.
Watch: Rare 'critically endangered' whitetip shark captured on camera in Cayman Islands
A rare and critically endangered whitetip shark was captured on an underwater camera off the coast of the Cayman Islands by scientists involved in the Blue Belt’s Global Ocean Wildlife Analysis Network project.
A rare and critically endangered whitetip shark was captured on an underwater camera off the coast of the Cayman Islands by scientists involved in the Blue Belt’s Global Ocean Wildlife Analysis Network project.
Dog 'badly abused' finally finds forever home after nearly 500 days in shelter
After enduring nearly 500 days in an Arkansas animal shelter, Neo, an abused dog rescued by local police in 2022, has found a loving forever home.
After enduring nearly 500 days in an Arkansas animal shelter, Neo, an abused dog rescued by local police in 2022, has found a loving forever home.
South Korea parliament approves landmark ban on production and sales of dog meat
South Korea’s parliament on Tuesday passed a landmark ban on production and sales of dog meat, as public calls for a prohibition have grown sharply over concerns about animal rights and the country’s international image.
South Korea’s parliament on Tuesday passed a landmark ban on production and sales of dog meat, as public calls for a prohibition have grown sharply over concerns about animal rights and the country’s international image.
Florida deputy rescues injured bobcat without becoming lunch
A Florida deputy from the Lee County Sheriff's Office, identified as Deputy Lopez, made an unconventional rescue on January 7 when he spotted an injured bobcat.
A Florida deputy from the Lee County Sheriff's Office, identified as Deputy Lopez, made an unconventional rescue on January 7 when he spotted an injured bobcat.
Cat missing after multi-vehicle crash in Wright County
A Pennsylvania family is asking for the public’s help finding their cat who escaped from his carrier after a car crash in Wright County on Saturday.
A Pennsylvania family is asking for the public’s help finding their cat who escaped from his carrier after a car crash in Wright County on Saturday.
Blue Ridge Beef pet food recall widens to 16 states
Blue Ridge Beef’s recall of three of its pet food products has widened, bringing the number of states where the potentially tainted items were sold to 16.
Blue Ridge Beef’s recall of three of its pet food products has widened, bringing the number of states where the potentially tainted items were sold to 16.
Cat saves dog’s life by chasing off coyotes — see the amazing video of the rescue
Binx, an outdoor cat, didn’t hesitate to spring into action to save Oakley, a small Havenese pup
Binx, an outdoor cat, didn’t hesitate to spring into action to save Oakley, a small Havenese pup
'Saddest dog' finds sanctuary after a harrowing journey in Kentucky
Dembe, once dubbed the "saddest dog" at a Kentucky shelter, has found solace at a local animal sanctuary after a challenging journey.
Dembe, once dubbed the "saddest dog" at a Kentucky shelter, has found solace at a local animal sanctuary after a challenging journey.
New breed known for a 'smile' joins the American Kennel Club
Lancashire heelers are solidly built dogs shaped a bit like a downsized corgi, with long bodies and short coats that are often black and tan. They're known for a "smile."
Lancashire heelers are solidly built dogs shaped a bit like a downsized corgi, with long bodies and short coats that are often black and tan. They're known for a "smile."
John Beargrease Sled Dog Marathon canceled due to lack of snow
Organizers initially hoped to postpone the race until later this winter, but as the weather remains unpredictable and warm, they did not want to, “impede on another established race."
Organizers initially hoped to postpone the race until later this winter, but as the weather remains unpredictable and warm, they did not want to, “impede on another established race."
Man dies after shark attack along Maui beach
A tragic incident unfolded in Maui, Hawaii, as a 39-year-old man lost his life following a shark encounter at a beach on 93 Hana Highway in Paia.
A tragic incident unfolded in Maui, Hawaii, as a 39-year-old man lost his life following a shark encounter at a beach on 93 Hana Highway in Paia.
Organizations offer diabetic alert dogs for those in need
A pair of Minnesota-based nonprofits, “Wishes and More" and “Picnics With A Pup," are delivering a Christmas bonus to 16-year-old Abby and her diabetic alert dog, Finley.
A pair of Minnesota-based nonprofits, “Wishes and More" and “Picnics With A Pup," are delivering a Christmas bonus to 16-year-old Abby and her diabetic alert dog, Finley.
Pets can help slow dementia progress among those over age 50 who live alone, study says
Dementia developed at a slower rate when those prone to the condition owned a pet.
Dementia developed at a slower rate when those prone to the condition owned a pet.
Missing dog back home after community search in St. Joseph
A 2-year-old Yorkie mix was back with his family in time for Christmas after they spent seven days searching for the lost dog near St. Cloud.
A 2-year-old Yorkie mix was back with his family in time for Christmas after they spent seven days searching for the lost dog near St. Cloud.
Christmas Eve tragedy: Young bald eagle dies from gunshot wound in Virginia
A tragic incident unfolded on Christmas Eve in Virginia as a young bald eagle succumbed to a gunshot wound, causing grief and sparking legal repercussions.
A tragic incident unfolded on Christmas Eve in Virginia as a young bald eagle succumbed to a gunshot wound, causing grief and sparking legal repercussions.
Watch: Baby sloth gets cuddles from Santa Claus
Aluna is 10 months old and this will be her very first Christmas.
Aluna is 10 months old and this will be her very first Christmas.
Tracking Santa: How penguins also brave arctic temperatures
It's not just Santa and his elves who can brave the frigid temperatures this holiday, but also penguins and SeaWorld in Orlando wants to give you an up-close look.
It's not just Santa and his elves who can brave the frigid temperatures this holiday, but also penguins and SeaWorld in Orlando wants to give you an up-close look.
It's not just Santa and his elves in the North Pole, but also beluga whales
Beluga whales are known for their white color and range of vocal sounds, earning them the title of "canary of the sea,"
Beluga whales are known for their white color and range of vocal sounds, earning them the title of "canary of the sea,"