Pets

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.  
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.
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.
Photos: Best good pups at the Land O'Lakes Kennel Club Dog Show
More than 1,300 canines competed for American Kennel Club awards at the Land O’Lakes Kennel Club Dog Show this weekend. See the pups looking pretty in our photo gallery.
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.
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.