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New invasive insect elm zigzag sawfly confirmed in Minnesota

New invasive insect elm zigzag sawfly confirmed in Minnesota

The state Department of Agriculture says a new invasive insect has been found in Minnesota. The elm zigzag sawfly was found on the University of Minnesota Twin Cities campus.
by Andrew Krueger

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One of the busiest wildlife animal hospitals in the world calls Minnesota home

One of the busiest wildlife animal hospitals in the world calls Minnesota home

MPR News guest host Nina Moini talks about how the North Star State is home to one of the busiest wildlife animal hospitals in the world because Minnesotan’s appreciate, respect and have compassion for wildlife.
by Angela Davis and Cari Dwyer

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Domestic violence shelter expands to make room for pets

Domestic violence shelter expands to make room for pets

A new pet shelter in Maplewood has a goal that’s different from other animal rescues. Attached to Tubman domestic violence shelter, this home for pets serves people experiencing domestic violence. It’s the first of its kind in the Twin Cities.
by Tom Crann and Ngoc Bui

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Sven Sundgaard catches up with the pigeon he rescued at the Wildlife Rehabilitation Center

Sven Sundgaard catches up with the pigeon he rescued at the Wildlife Rehabilitation Center

If you find an injured animal in the Twin Cities area, there’s one go-to place that can help: the Wildlife Rehabilitation Center in Roseville. They just had their busiest May-June ever.
by Sven Sundgaard

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Animal Humane Society policy changes raise concerns of an increase in feral cat populations

Animal Humane Society policy changes raise concerns of an increase in feral cat populations

The nonprofit organization Animal Humane Society will no longer be providing free Trap-Neuter-Return spay and neuter services. The new change could create hardship for individuals and organizations that aid in maintaining the feral, or “community” cat populations.  
by Chandra Colvin

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Can ‘wolf haters’ and ‘wolf lovers’ talk without howling?

Can ‘wolf haters’ and ‘wolf lovers’ talk without howling?

As controversy once again swirls around wolf management in Minnesota, two educational groups continue their work to insert science into the debate around wolves without dismissing people’s fears.
by Dan Kraker

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Cats on leashes ... yes, it’s a thing

Cats on leashes ... yes, it’s a thing

For some cats, leashed walks “can certainly create environmental enrichment, get them some more exercise,” says veterinarian Grace Cater. Other cats? Not so much.
by Chloe Veltman

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