Fossils reveal a new dinosaur species that was the size of dogs

The plant-eating critter had a combination of traits from different species that initially sent paleontologists down the wrong path.

Video: Very good dog picks up package, runs it back to delivery driver

A very good dog named Nixon thought he was helping one of his favorite delivery drivers when he picked up the package that had just been dropped off at his house and ran it back out to the truck.

Very fat bear spotted on trail cam in northern Minnesota

Voyageurs Wolf Project’s trail cameras captured a chunky black bear in norther Minnesota this fall before it headed into hibernation. 

Puppy trapped beneath family's deck rescued by firefighters in Iowa

A 5-month-old puppy named Buddy was safely rescued by fire crews in Iowa after getting trapped under a deck at his owner’s home.

SEA LIFE Aquarium celebrates 'Tanks-giving'

The animals at Sea Life Aquarium at the Mall of America celebrated “Tanks-giving” with some fish treats and football.

Hunter charged with shooting and killing dog in Todd County

A hunter in Todd County has been charged with a felony count of mistreating or torturing animals and misdemeanor criminal damage to property for allegedly shooting and killing a dog while deer hunting earlier this month.

Puppy stolen at gunpoint in Minneapolis reunited with family

A man says a teen in a car pointed a gun at him and took his 8-week-old puppy during a robbery in Minneapolis on Monday.

'Every animal deserves to be loved': Becker woman aims to save 800 stray cats

Her home has become an animal rescue of sorts, and already she’s been able to find new homes for 80 cats in the area while reuniting another 15 lost cats with their owners.

COVID-19 infected deer could act as ‘reservoirs’ for virus, study suggests

Penn State veterinarians found an explosive number of COVID-19 cases in deer, leaving them to wonder if humans can contract the virus from the animals.

Rescue dog becomes mold detector for owner who is sensitive to spores

On the outside, Buddy runs, jumps and keeps his sister in check. But inside, he likes a quiet round of hide and seek, and his favorite game comes with a prize for both Buddy and his owner Lacey Calmes.

Thanksgiving 2021: Tips for a safe holiday for your pet

From holiday food to traveling the country, the American Veterinary Medical Association has some tips to keep your furry friends happy and safe during Thanksgiving and the holiday season.

Wisconsin deer gun hunters once again face ammo shortage

Wisconsin kicked off its 170th deer gun season and for the second straight year some hunters were feeling ill-equipped.

DNR's EagleCam back up, eagle pair prepping nest

The Minnesota Department of Natural Resource’s popular EagleCam is back up and running this year.