The Animal Humane Society in the Twin Cities is reopening its pet adoption centers in Coon Rapids and Golden Valley for adoptions on Tuesday, after battling an outbreak of canine influenza for more than a month.
To the casual viewer, competing at the Westminster Kennel Club dog show might look as simple as getting a dog, grooming it and leading it around a ring. But there's a lot more to getting to and exhibiting in the United States' most prestigious canine event.
Nanuq, a 1-year-old Australian shepherd, went missing last month while his family was visiting relatives. Except for a swollen leg, with bite marks from a seal or polar bear, Nanuq was in good health.
The new world record-holder stands shorter than a Popsicle stick at 3.59 inches and follows a long line of low dogs. The chihuahua's owner describes her as "small like a ball" and "a bit of a diva."
Sometimes a headbutt or excited tail wag could be exactly what we need. University of Minnesota veterinarian Dr. Jody Lulich talks about the power of animal companionship and his new memoir.
Fire officials in Duluth say the barking of a yellow Lab named Dudley woke up a 12-year-old girl — who in turn alerted her family and helped everyone to escape to safety after a fire at their home Wednesday night.
So far this month, 139 animals have been brought to Minneapolis Animal Care and Control, a 57.7 percent increase from the same time in 2022. Due to overwhelming numbers, all adoption fees are currently waived.