Overcrowded animal shelters seeing surge in pets from struggling families

The number of animals entering shelters began to climb in 2021, after a pandemic-related dip. Adoptions haven’t kept pace with the influx of pets.

St. Joseph neighbors come together to search for missing dog

A 2-year-old Yorkie-mix named Huevo has now been missing in the St. Cloud area for three days. This week, strangers from around the community are coming together to support the pet’s owners in a search across St. Joseph.

Deputy lassos loose goat in Rochester neighborhood: Video

The Olmsted County Sheriff's Office released bodycam footage of a deputy assisting with an unusual call on Sunday.

3 sled dogs killed, 1 hurt in Alaska crash with Polaris snowmobile test rider

A Polaris snowmobile test rider from Minnesota was involved in an accident with a dog sled team that killed three dogs and injured a fourth in Alaska on Monday.

Watch: Abandoned puppies get holiday-themed names

The puppies were diagnosed with parvovirus but have since undergone treatment and are recovering nicely.

Animal shelter seeks adoption for brave dog kicked by horse

An Ohio animal shelter is seeking a loving home for Zoey, a resilient 6-week-old Toy Fox Terrier/Jack Russell mix, who suffered two broken front legs after being kicked by a horse.

Presidentially pardoned turkeys settling in at University of Minnesota

This year’s two presidentially pardoned turkeys have taken up residency at the University of Minnesota and they’re living their best lives.

Watch: 6 African painted dog pups born at Oklahoma City Zoo

The African painted dog is an endangered species and the OKC Zoo has been caring for the species since 1972.

Video: Sneezes from Christmas tree lead woman to hidden possum

A Texas woman who heard sneezes coming from inside her artificial Christmas tree found an unwanted guest when she investigated.

Cougar wandering around Minneapolis neighborhood [RAW]
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A cougar was spotted wandering around in Minneapolis this week. The City of Minneapolis issued an alert on Tuesday, saying the cougar was recently spotted near Kenwood Park. Officials say there's concern the large cat might be using the Cedar Lake trail system near the Lake of the Isles. Neighbors found tracks in the snow, a full day after the cougar was first spotted on home security footage. The DNR says it?s evidence that the cat remains in the area.