Lost dog found safe after month in Yellowstone
The gist
Luna, a 10-year-old Jack Russell terrier, was caught in a live trap after a month loose in Yellowstone.
She lost about half her body weight; rescuers say leave dogs at home.
How it unfolded
- Sep 10, 2026Luna disappeared from a rental cabin in Yellowstone's Canyon Village area after housekeepers entered despite a 'Do Not Disturb' sign; employees chased her and she fled into the wilderness.
- Oct 9, 2026A photograph of Luna was taken.
- Oct 13, 2026An eyewitness spotted Luna and she appeared healthy and without injuries; a park employee reported her circling and lying near the trap.