Pet Bobcat on the Loose in Minnesota

Incident Date:
09/29/2025
Location:
Warroad, MN - USA
Facility Name:
Facility Type:
Exotic Pet (E)
Incident Category:
Escape of animal (EA)
Species:
Small Cats
Animal:
Bobcat
Animal disposition:
Other

Summary:

WARROAD, MN – The Roseau County Sheriff’s Office, located in the north of the state, shared that the state Department of Natural Resources received a report stating that a pet bobcat had escaped from their owner in Warroad.

The Roseau County Sheriff’s Office is urging residents not to approach the bobcat and to contact law enforcement if they are spotted.

The post continued: “If you see the animal, do not approach it and call the Minnesota DNR or the Roseau County Sheriff’s Office. Sheriff’s Office 218-463-1421. DNR 507-285-7186.”

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