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Is it time for Minneapolis to hire a pet czar?

By Dan Haugen | 04.09.08 | 9:06 am

Cat and dog owners in Minneapolis are required by law to license their pets with the city before the animals turn 4 months old. In reality few pay the fee, and it’s largely…

Pups, Pit Bulls and Pounds

By Sara Reller | 05.02.07 | 10:28 pm

Although dog attacks on humans have made big news recently, the annual incidence of dog bites is actually on the decline — at least in St. Paul.

Bob Stephenson, head of St. Paul animal control,  told the City Council on…

Bad Fido Owner!

By Sara Reller | 04.12.07 | 10:37 am

Pet owners in St. Paul may have to shape up or stop getting new pooches. City Council President Kathy Lantry has proposed an ordinance that would revoke dog owners’ licenses if they have had any dogs removed twice from their…