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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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A dog traveled nearly 4 miles to get help after its owner crashed into a ravine

A dog traveled nearly 4 miles to get help after its owner crashed into a ravine

The man was traveling with his four dogs when he ran off a remote road into a ravine in Oregon. One dog returned to where the man was camping with family, alerting them that something was wrong.
by The Associated Press

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From crisis to care: How animal hoarding is straining Minnesota shelters and spotlighting mental health

From crisis to care: How animal hoarding is straining Minnesota shelters and spotlighting mental health

As animal hoarding cases surge in Minnesota, rescue shelters and volunteers rally to provide care, sparking conversations on mental health challenges.
by Cathy Wurzer and Gracie Stockton

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Minneapolis Animal Care and Control gets boost from city funds for staff, space

Minneapolis Animal Care and Control gets boost from city funds for staff, space

Minneapolis Animal Care and Control got a funding boost this year that will help to expand the shelter's hours and hire more staff. The city-run shelter and animal control unit is getting more than $600,000 from the city — more than half of which is for hiring animal care technicians and staff.
by Peter Cox

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To save axolotls, a campaign in Mexico asks people to virtually adopt them

To save axolotls, a campaign in Mexico asks people to virtually adopt them

To help protect the salamander, the National Autonomous University of Mexico launched a campaign asking people to virtually adopt an axolotl or help pay for one of its meals.
by Juliana Kim

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Stache the Sealyham terrier wins the National Dog Show

Stache the Sealyham terrier wins the National Dog Show

Stache lives in Honey Brook, Pa., not far from where he picked up today's prestigious Best in Show award. The Kennel Club of Philadelphia hosts the annual contest that's televised on Thanksgiving Day.
by Jackie Northam

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Could a 'funky' pathogen be sickening dogs? Scientists search for clues

Could a 'funky' pathogen be sickening dogs? Scientists search for clues

Dogs around the country are becoming sick with an unknown respiratory illness. Some veterinarians are warning dog owners to take precautions. A strange bacterium could be involved.
by Will Stone

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