WEST FARGO, N.D. (KVRR) – The Fargo-Moorhead Kennel Club Dog Show showcased the best dogs in the region at the Red River Valley Fairgrounds. There were numerous dogs of all shapes and sizes. “Every purebred dog was bred for a purpose whether it was for protection or hunting or just to be a companion,” said Sarah Ford. “Being able to…
MOORHEAD, Minn. (KVRR) – A desperate plea has been made by 4 Luv of Dog Rescue, as they say shelters and pounds are becoming more and more overwhelmed. The rescue is also facing those challenges as well. “I think that for weeks and weeks all of the rescue community have been talking about different options and different ways to prevent…
ROLLA, N.D. (KVRR) – The severe storm bearing down on the region is putting animal rescue workers in a desperate situation. Turtle Mountain Animal Rescue workers say they’re out of room and being forced to turn animals away. Founder Keith Benning says they have more than 27 adult dogs and more than 40 puppies currently on their waiting list. Turtle…
CLAY CO., Minn. (KVRR/KFGO) — Fire crews respond to a house fire in south of Glyndon just before the noon hour. No one was home at the time, but several pets were rescued including three dogs, three cats and a guinea pig. They are all safe. Clay County Sheriff Mark Empting says there was extensive fire and smoke damage to…
FARGO, N.D. (KVRR) — 4 Luv of Dog Rescue teams up with Two Men and a Truck for an open-house adoption event. They are trying to raise awareness to rescue animals in the local community. Not only are they looking for people to adopt or foster dogs, they’re also looking for supplies. Movers for Mutts is hosted every fall and…
BECKER CO., Minn. (KVRR) — Friends and a Facebook post are shedding light on a tragic story near Detroit Lakes. Steven and Stacy Stearns, who were found shot to death Tuesday morning along with their two dogs, had cancer. Steven was diagnosed with lung cancer and Stacy with stomach cancer. The couple updated their photos on Facebook Monday evening along…
MOORHEAD, Minn. (KVRR) — The 9th annual Mutt March featured obstacle courses, games for dogs and a march for our best friends across MB Johnson Park. Hosted by 4 Luv of Dog Rescue, this year’s walk benefits the non-profits Spay and Neuter Impact Project, or SNIP. They’re trying to raise as much as they can to give dogs and cats…
FARGO, N.D. (KVRR) — Homeward Animal Shelter is offering a special offer for those looking to adopt a new best friend. It’s $25 to welcome one into your family this month. In a Facebook post Tuesday night, Homeward Animal Shelter says they’re overwhelmed at capacity and are desperately looking for people to adopt or foster cats or dogs. “We really…
FARGO, N.D. (KVRR) — It was the first of its kind in Fargo and now it’s closing. In a post to Facebook, the owner of Rocket Dogs K-9 Aquatics and Wellness Center says they are forced to close their doors. The building is being sold and the owner says reopening is not financially doable. The aquatics center for dogs opened…
FARGO, N.D. (KVRR) — You have an opportunity to get your pets some exercise and socialization this weekend, escape the cold, help out an animal shelter and support student entrepreneurs at the same time. Playtime Pet Events was started by NDSU students as part of an entrepreneurship class. They create interactive events for dogs and their owners. Their third…
