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01302 844818 | Boston Park Farm, Doncaster, DN7 6DS | Open Everyday 10:00am / 4:00pm

Boston Park Farm

Upcoming Events

Unicorn Fun Day – 29th June

On Saturday 29th June we are holding a unicorn day at the farm! Children will be able to meet the unicorns and for an extra £2

Farm Holiday Club

We are running an Easter holiday club at the farm this half term. The club will run from Tuesday 2nd April – Friday 5th April

Dinosaur Fun Day

Come along and join in with lots of Dinosaur fun on Wednesday 29th May. Zuki the Stegosaurus, Spike the Spinosaurus and the baby dino’s will

A Fun Day Out For All The Family!

Boston Park Farm is a traditional working farm, with the farm park which is open to the public and allows children to get up close with a wide range of farm animals. You can pet and feed most of the animals and also join in with animal handling sessions. The whole experience is geared up to suit children up to around 10 years old.

We have outdoor climbing frames, swings, slides, a go-kart track, mud kitchens and a bale pyramid to climb.  Also inside there is an indoor soft play area which is suitable for children up to 8yrs old, an indoor bouncy castle, play kitchen and a large indoor sandpit. You and your child can have hours of fun exploring everything we have to offer here at the farm.

Café & Snack Baa

Our Large onsite café has indoor and outdoor seating and serves hot and cold food until 3pm each day. Plus delicious coffee and cakes all day.

During busy periods our new Snack Baaa is also open serving ice-creams, drinks & snacks.

Play Areas & Animals

We have so many lovely friendly animals that you can feed at the farm, also we have animal handling session twice every day so you can have a cuddle too!

We also have loads of play areas both indoor and out, so whatever the weather there is always something to keep you entertained.

Birthday Parties

We cater for children’s birthday parties at the farm all year round and we were voted best party provider in the Doncaster Mumbler Awards in 2021 and 2022!

The Maize Maze opens from the middle of July to the end of October each year.

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Boston Park Farm is a traditional working farm but our  public animal trail allows children to get up close with a wide range of farm animals.

Boston Park Farm is still a traditional working farm, our animal trail allows children to get up close with a wide range of farm animals.

You can pet and feed most of the animals and on special days we have animal handling sessions. The whole experience is geared up to suit children up to around 10 years old.

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8 Family-Friendly Farms With Animals That You Can Visit In Yorkshire

The summer holidays are fast approaching, and we all know that along with that comes the inevitable groans of “Mum, Dad, I’m bored!”. Which, thankfully for you, is where we swoop in to help. From traditional petting farms to all-singing all-dancing adventure parks, here’s our guide to the best family-friend farms in Yorkshire to visit this summer.

1. Cannon Hall Farm, Barnsley

What’s there? 🐷 Farms of This Week On The Farm will be pretty well acquainted with Cannon Hall Farm already but in addition to being a working farm, it’s also the perfect place for a family day out.

Home to farm animals, llamas, alpacas and even reptiles, the farm offers plenty to see and do, alongside multiple play areas (both indoors and outdoors), a lovely restaurant and even a dog-friendly cafe .

Where is it? 📍 Cannon Hall Farm , Bark House Ln, Cawthorne, Barnsley, S75 4AT.

2. Hesketh Farm Park, Skipton

What’s there? 🐷 Found by the lovely Bolton Abbey estate, Hesketh Farm Park offers tons of activities for families to enjoy, from feeding the animals, to having a go on the go-karts, to playing hide-and-seek in the straw maze.

Farmer Chris also offers tractor rides for guests to enjoy, too, where you can experience a day at the farm just like a proper Farmer.

Where is it? 📍 Hesketh Farm Park, Bolton Abbey, Skipton, BD23 6HA.

3. Whirlow Hall Farm, Sheffield

What’s there? 🐷 Found in sunny Sheffield, Whirlow Hall Farm offers fantastic, educational days out for kids, including tons of farm animals to see, tractor rides, and a farm shop for the grown-ups.

Where is it? 📍 Whirlow Hall Farm, Whirlow Ln, Sheffield, S11 9QF.

4. Piglets Adventure Farm, York

What’s there? 🐷 A popular destination, particularly during half term, Piglets Adventure Farm is basically a wonderland for the kids. We’re talking assault courses, crazy golf, giant sand pits, and, of course, plenty of farm animals.

If that wasn’t all, guests can also enjoy go-karting and Kidbine Tractors, before feeding the animals and grabbing a spot of lunch.

Where is it? 📍 Piglets Adventure Farm, Towthorpe Grange, Towthorpe Moor Ln, Towthorpe, York, YO32 9ST.

5. Shepherd Place Farm, Doncaster

What’s there? 🐷 Now, you may know Shepherd Place Farm for their outrageous Terminator breakfasts already, but it’s also a great place to visit a sa family, too.

Home to farm animals such as alpacas, donkeys, chickens and goats, guests can potter around and meet the animals, before stopping by the ice cream parlour or taking on one of their mammoth food challenges.

Where is it? 📍 Shepherd Place Farm, 99A Akeferry Rd, Graizelound, Haxey, Doncaster, DN9 2NF.

6. Meanwood Valley Urban Farm, Leeds

What’s there? 🐷 Just a stone’s throw away from Leeds city centre, Meanwood Valley Urban Farm allows guests to stop by and visit their many animals – including alpacas, chickens, sheep, pigs, goats, cows and even turtles.

The farm is also home to a fantastic market garden where local produce is grown, alongside ample woodland where guests can continue to explore.

Where is it? 📍 Meanwood Valley Urban Farm, Sugar Well Rd, Meanwood, Leeds, LS7 2QG.

7. Thornton Hall Country Park, Skipton

What’s there? 🐷 Thornton Hall Country Park is a working farm close to Skipton , not only offering families a fantastic farm animal experience, but the chance to enjoy unique rides such as their farm safari, a barrel caterpillar ride, pony rides, quad biking and much, much more.

Where is it? 📍 Thornton Hall Country Park, Thornton-in-Craven, Skipton, BD23 3TS.

8. Monk Park Farm, Thirsk

What’s there? 🐷 Just a short drive away from the wonderful former home of James Herriot , Monk Park Farm has installed tons of new features especially for 2022 – including a huge extension to their lovely petting farm, a mini train ride for the kids, two huge air bouncers, and even a fun play area.

There’s tons of amazing animals to see, too, including alpacas, sheep, shetland ponies, wallabies, goats, deer and even peacock.

Where is it? 📍 Monk Park Farm, Green Ln, Thirsk, YO7 2AG.

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26 things to do in Doncaster

Doncaster sits in the heart of South Yorkshire, awaiting you with a warm Yorkshire welcome – famous for its horse racing and railway heritage, there’s plenty to do and see in this charming city that’ll make for a great staycation or day trip.

If you want to learn more about Doncaster’s history, head to these fascinating historical sites and museums, such as this spectacular medieval castle and the stunning Cusworth Hall, often described as a jewel in Doncaster’s crown, a Grade I listed building set in acres of historic parkland, dating back to the 18th century.

There are loads to keep the kids amused for the day with these family-friendly experiences – get up close and personal with some incredible animals at Doncaster Wildlife Park, or stroll the beautiful Victorian-style gardens at Brodsworth Hall & Gardens.

Cycling in Doncaster is increasingly more popular with an increasing number of cycle lanes and pathways allowing for safer cycling. Its situation on the Trans Pennine Trail means it is connected to other surrounding towns.

Stretch your legs with these exciting outdoor activities, from thrilling experiences at this outdoor activity centre to this tranquil nature reserve.

The Silver Street, Cleveland Street and High Street areas have over 40 bars and clubs within a 2–3 minute walk of each other and other bars can be found on Priory Walk, Lazarus Court, Bradford Row and around the Market Place.

Fun facts about Doncaster

• The Flying Scotsman – the first locomotive to reach 100mph was built in Doncaster in 1922-23 at the Doncaster Railway Works.
• The first horse racing track in Doncaster was established in 1614. The Doncaster Cup was run for the first time in 1766, making it the oldest regulated horse race in the world. The St Leger, the world’s oldest classic horse race is held in Doncaster; dating back to 1776 and runs every year in September.
• Shirley and Eddie Clarkson manufactured and licensed the first stuffed toy of Paddington Bear in Doncaster. The first prototype bears were given to their children, Grand Tour presenter and former Top Gear presenter, Jeremy Clarkson and his sister Joanna for Christmas in 1972.
• British actress Dame Diana Rigg was born on July 20, 1938, in Doncaster, Yorkshire, England. She has had an extensive career in film and theatre, including playing the title role in “Medea”, both in London and New York, for which she won the 1994 Tony Award for Best Actress in a Play.
• Doncaster is the birthplace of the toilet thanks to Thorne born Thomas Crapper. He popularised the modern flushing toilet.

Here are some suggestions for things not to miss in Doncaster

• Visit the Doncaster Racecourse: This is a great destination for horse racing enthusiasts. The racecourse hosts several high-profile events throughout the year, including the prestigious St Leger Stakes. Even if you’re not into horse racing, it’s worth a visit to see the impressive grandstands and soak up the atmosphere.
• Explore Cusworth Hall and Park: This beautiful country house and its surrounding park offer a fascinating insight into the history of Doncaster. You can explore the grand interiors of the house, stroll around the landscaped gardens, and learn about life in the area over the past few centuries.
• Have a fun day out at the Yorkshire Wildlife Park: This park is home to over 400 animals from around the world, including tigers, lions, and polar bears. You can get up close to the animals and learn about conservation efforts to protect these amazing creatures.
• Experience the thrill of skydiving at the iFLY Indoor Skydiving Centre: This indoor skydiving centre offers a safe and exciting way to experience the sensation of freefall. You’ll be guided by experienced instructors, so even if you’re a beginner, you can still have a great time.
• Visit the Doncaster Dome: This entertainment complex has a range of activities for all ages, including an ice rink, a swimming pool, and a fitness centre. There’s also a range of dining options, so you can refuel after a fun day out.
• Explore the South Yorkshire Aircraft Museum: This museum is located at the former site of the RAF Doncaster airfield and features a range of historic aircraft and aviation artefacts. You can learn about the history of aviation in South Yorkshire and even sit in the cockpit of a plane.
• See a show at the Cast theatre: This modern theatre hosts a range of performances throughout the year, including plays, musicals, and comedy shows. Check the schedule to see what’s on during your visit.
• Shop at the Frenchgate Shopping Centre: This large shopping centre has over 100 stores, including high-street brands and independent retailers. There’s also a cinema and a range of dining options, so you can make a day of it.

These are just some of the fun things to do in Doncaster. Whether you’re interested in history, nature, or adrenaline-pumping activities, there’s something for everyone in this vibrant town.

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Sickness outbreak caused by parasite forces farm to cancel animal cuddling and feeding experiences

Gannow Farm in Worcestershire received reports of people suffering sickness and diarrhoea after farm experiences that let them get up close with animals.

Thursday 11 April 2024 13:00, UK

A farm where families can feed and cuddle animals has closed to visitors after people reported sickness and diarrhoea upon leaving the attraction.

Gannow Farm in Worcestershire said on Wednesday it had "decided to close for the remainder of the 2024 Farm Experience", which was scheduled to run until 21 April.

The decision was taken after "several people" reported feeling unwell after visiting the farm.

In a statement from the farm on Tuesday, a spokesperson said Environmental Health officers had diagnosed the sickness outbreak as cryptosporidium, a parasite with the most common symptoms being watery diarrhoea, vomiting, stomach pains and fever, according to the NHS.

The UK Health Security Agency (UKHSA) advises that you can catch the bug from the faeces of an infected animal, for example by touching a lamb and then putting your hand to your mouth without washing it first.

An emailed request by Sky News for comment about the closure received an automatic response saying "Gannow Farm 2024 Experience is now closed and all future bookings will be refunded as soon as possible".

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In a statement on Facebook, a spokesperson for the farm wrote: "This is a decision taken by the team and not by governing bodies however we are working closely with them as always.

"We would like to wish anyone that is poorly a speedy recovery."

It appeared that people who commented on the post were not deterred from visiting in the future, however. "Your hand washing facilities were better than I've seen on most farms and I guess it comes with the type of work you do, can't be avoided but can only try to prevent it," one person wrote. "Rest assured it will not stop us coming year after year."

One visitor said two members of their family were ill, but added: "I absolutely loved our experience and would defo consider visiting again as this could happen anywhere."

To avoid catching cryptosporidium the UKHSA advises: "You should pay special attention to hygiene during farm visits, washing hands after any contact with animals, and eating only in designated areas."

A spokesperson for UKHSA said: "Specialists from the UKHSA West Midlands are working with Worcestershire County Council following reports of a number of visitors becoming unwell with diarrhoea and vomiting after visiting Gannow Farm, Worcestershire.

"Samples have been taken and sent off for analysis, we are unable to confirm the cause of illness until we receive the results back from the laboratory."

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The tulips are starting to bloom. Here's where you can pick your own in MA and RI

It's getting to be that time of year again: the page has been turned on winter and it's time to start picking some spring flowers.

Luckily, there are some great local places to immerse yourself in bloom and pick a bundle to take home.

In the next few weeks, brightly colored rows of tulips will start blooming at all the local farms. So grab some shears and get out there to start celebrating spring with some fresh tulips.

Ferjulian's Farm 

Where: 7 Lewis St., Hudson, MA

Opening Day: Expected to be April 17, 2024

What to expect: With more than 300,000 tulips, this farm is a sight to behold in the springtime. An added bonus is the peach trees in the orchard behind the field add another layer of color. You-pick is expected to open in mid-April this year. Follow along on their Facebook page for updates.

Wilson Farm

Where: 10 Pleasant St., Lexington

Opening Day: April 21, 2024

What to expect: Picking at Wilson Farm lasts from two to three weeks, according to their website, so plan accordingly.

Tickets: Adult admission is $19.99 (includes 10 stems of tulips that you pick); Companion Adult Admission is $9.99; Children 3-14 Admission is $4.99; Children 2 and under are free. Buy tickets here.

Tulip Fest 2024 at Cider Hill Farm

Where : 45 Fern Avenue, Amesbury

Festival dates: Dependent on the field and weather, the tentative dates are May 4-5, 2024 and May 11-12, 2024

What to expect: Here's what the farm said on its website , "A gorgeous, fan-favorite variety of 100k tulips are scheduled to bloom in early May. Welcome spring with this multi-weekend festival featuring free live music, self-guided blooming orchard walks, outdoor hard cider bars, food trucks, fitness n' family activities and pick-your-tulips. General entrance is free but online tickets for tulip picking is required. Walk-in tickets will not be sold upon arrival on the farm."

Tickets: Pick-your-own tulip ticket - $22 per dozen and allows tulip field entrance for up to two people ; Non-picking ticket - $6 per person for those that want to enter the field but don't want to pick.

Cross Street Flower Farm

Where: 4 Jacobs Ln ., Norwell

Opening day: Anticipated opening day is the week of April 14

What to expect : Over 100,000 tulips have been planted at this farm. Each ticket allows guests to pick 10 to bring home.

"We will start selling tickets a few days before we open, just as the tulips are coloring up," the website states. "We are anticipating opening day will be during the week of  April 14 but we are not in charge here, Mother Nature is. Stay tuned here and on Instagram for updates."

Tickets: Adult tickets are $30 . Children under 11 are free with ticketed adults.

Golden Hour Tulips

Where : 128 Jerome St. Berkley,

Opening Day: Scheduled for April 17, 2024

What to expect: This 20 acres farm planted 250,000 tulips to create a spectacle this spring.

The business website notes, "We suggest you bring your own basket and shears to use when you choosing your perfect tulips."

Tickets: General admission for picking tulips is $20 for adults and $5 for children. Opening day is scheduled for April 17. You can buy tickets here.

Wicked Tulips

Where: Exeter location is at 400 Hog House Hill Rd., RI.; 382 Route 164, Preston; Johnston location at 90 Brown Ave., RI

Opening Day: The Exeter location has soft opened. The Johnston location will open toward the end of April.

What to expect: The first site to open is their Exeter location, which is 5 acres with more than 100 varieties of tulips to literally pick from. The Johnston location is packed with over 100 varieties of late blooming tulips. Wicked Tulip plants more than a million bulbs over year.

"Our fields (in Exeter) are partially in bloom, with most early varieties in full bloom," the website states. "Because these early beds are just a portion of our total field, we'll be selling fewer tickets, and the experience is more intimate and quiet. While the farm is very pretty, it is not yet the picturesque 'wow' we consider the full Wicked Tulips experience.

Wicked Tulips stated that "general admission tickets will be released two or three days before each farm opens."

Tickets: Weekend adults $23; weekday adults $20; Every adult ticket includes 10 you-pick tulips; Kids General Admission: $5, children under 4 are permitted free. Check here for tickets.

Dame Farm & Orchards

Where: 91-B Brown Ave., Johnston, RI

Opening day: Not yet announced. Keep checking damefarmandorchards.com for more details or call (401) 949-3657 .

What to expect: Unlike at Wicked Tulip, tulips are not the bread and butter of this farm, which is next door to the Wicked Tulip Johnston location. In 2022, they had a modest field with plenty of blooms. They charged $25 to pick a mason jar’s worth of stems, which is about 15 stems, and do not require tickets.  

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Whether you're looking for things to do, places to eat or somewhere to rest your head, the Visit Doncaster visitor guide for 2024 has it all! 

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Federal officials are tracking the outbreak of avian influenza in dairy cattle

Scientists are monitoring the spread of bird flu in dairy cattle and other mammals to see how the virus is changing. So far, there are no alarming signs that it poses a new risk to humans.

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Federal officials are tracking an outbreak of bird flu in dairy cattle. It's been detected in herds in at least half a dozen states, which scientists are watching because they're alert for any potential pandemic. NPR's Will Stone reports.

WILL STONE, BYLINE: Cows are just the latest mammal to end up with this kind of bird flu. There have been red foxes in the Netherlands, sea lions in South America, bears in Canada, and dozens more. Avian influenza generally does not spread well between mammals. One reason it's appearing more often now is probably because the outbreak is so huge. Millions of wild and domestic birds have been infected around the world.

NICHOLA HILL: It's got the largest geographic footprint we've ever seen.

STONE: That's Nichola Hill, a disease ecologist at the University of Massachusetts Boston.

HILL: So it's creating all of these new transmission pathways that we didn't know existed.

STONE: It's still not clear exactly how the virus arrived in dairy cattle in Texas. Hill says so far, genetic sequencing of the virus in cows suggests it jumped from wild birds.

HILL: There are certainly mutations in those bird flu viruses that are now in cattle, but there's no evidence of it mutating in the direction of efficient human-to-human transmission, so that's really good news.

STONE: Of course, the fear is that could change the more that the H5N1 virus spreads in mammals that are in close contact with humans. The genetic data from the Texas dairy worker who was recently infected did show a mutation that's typically seen when bird flu gets into mammals. Anice Lowen, an influenza virologist at Emory University, says this is the first giveaway that it's evolving to better replicate.

ANICE LOWEN: So we're not surprised by it. It's not a good sign, but we also know that it's not enough to really create pandemic potential.

STONE: What would be concerning? Changes that allow avian influenza to easily infect humans. That could happen if the virus adapts to lock onto the receptors in the upper respiratory tract of humans.

LOWEN: Different receptors are used by influenza viruses in different species, so we're not seeing a lot of evolution in that function of the virus.

STONE: At least not when there's been spillover into mammals so far. Lowen says luckily, cows are not hosts for other influenza A viruses that could mix with this bird flu and spawn new, dangerous versions. She'd be much more worried if it were spreading in pigs.

LOWEN: Because influenza A viruses are widespread in pigs, and those viruses that circulate in pigs are quite similar to the viruses that circulate in humans.

STONE: Scientists have also used lab experiments with ferrets to model how this version of bird flu spreads. A study from the CDC looked at the virus isolated from a severe human case. It had a high capacity to replicate in human cells, but required direct contact between the animals to spread. Darwyn Kobasa led his own study at Canada's National Microbiology Laboratory, this looking at virus found in wild animals, including a hawk.

DARWYN KOBASA: It very rapidly transmitted by contact from infected to uninfected animals, and in the originally uninfected animals, it caused lethal infection.

STONE: He says there was also preliminary evidence suggesting it may be able to spread from one animal to another in the air, but that did not lead to severe illness, and there are many caveats. Ferrets are not the same as humans.

KOBASA: We certainly don't see any changes that would suggest that there's any way to support efficient airborne transmission.

STONE: When it comes to dairy cattle, it's not really looking like a respiratory illness. There's not much virus in the nasal swabs. Instead, it's mostly in the milk.

DAVID SWAYNE: A lot of virus in the milk.

STONE: David Swayne is a veterinarian who spent decades studying avian influenza.

SWAYNE: At least some of the hypotheses are is that the transmission is actually occurring in a very unique and defined environment.

STONE: Maybe in the milking parlor, maybe as the cattle are being transported. It's still not clear. Overall, Swayne is not alarmed.

SWAYNE: It is different from previous outbreaks 'cause we do have wild mammals infected, and now we have dairy cows, but the details tell us that we're not to a point where we have a high level of concern.

STONE: After all, he says, only a handful of human cases have been reported worldwide.

Will Stone, NPR News.

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How does the solar eclipse affect animals? Veterinarians share insights and pet safety tips

By Aliza Chasan

Updated on: April 8, 2024 / 4:54 PM EDT / CBS News

With around 180 million people living in or near the 2024 solar eclipse path of totality, many pet owners have been wondering how the eclipse may impact animal behaviors and how their pets might react. 

Veterinarians said they've been fielding questions from some concerned pet owners about the eclipse's impact on animals. Ultimately, there isn't a clear answer for pet owners because eclipses happen so infrequently. Researchers did plan to watch animal reactions during the April 8 eclipse to learn more about how it affects animals.

"There's not a lot of scientific research done on this topic of animals and eclipses mostly because they don't come often," said American Kennel Club Chief Veterinary Officer Dr. Jerry Klein. "And a lot of it's just been anecdotal reports and just volunteering information."

How does a solar eclipse affect animals?

Though there isn't a lot of information out there, veterinarians and animal researchers do have some idea how the eclipse may impact dogs, cats and more. 

"Most animals will be overall unaffected by the eclipse, but pet owners may notice brief periods of confusion, and dogs and cats may exhibit fear and confusion," said Dr. Katie Krebs, a veterinarian and professor at University of Pennsylvania's School of Veterinary Medicine. 

Pets may hide, howl, pace or pant during the eclipse, Krebs said. As the sky darkens, some pets may start their nighttime routine early. 

The average indoor dog or cat is likely not going to be affected by the eclipse, said Dr. Rebecca Greenstein, veterinary expert with pet care company Rover. 

"So owners should take heart and take comfort in knowing that," Greenstein said.

Why do solar eclipses affect animals?

It's not so much the eclipse that affects pets, but the behavior of people, Klein said. 

"They'll take their cues from us," Klein said. "So if they're kept indoors and we don't try to force them into a situation that's peculiar, there should be minimal to none as far as reactions."

Many people will gather at eclipse parties and those large gatherings can impact pets if they're brought along, Klein said. The travel, noise and crowds can be stressful for animals. 

Some animals that depend more on the light-dark cycle, like birds, may be more affected because the sky will darken during the eclipse, Krebs said. 

"Things like fireworks and thunderstorms are probably a much more significant phenomenon than an eclipse that's lasting only a few minutes," Greenstein said.

Can animals look at the eclipse without going blind?

Animals generally know not to stare at the sun themselves — they've learned that doing so can temporarily blind them, leaving them vulnerable. 

"Dogs know that if something hurts them, they probably shouldn't do it," said Klein. "So left to their own devices, dogs are probably not going to stare at the sun."

Pets may look up if they see the people around them are preoccupied with looking up at the sky, vets said. 

"Dogs follow your cues, so if you're preoccupied with looking up, your dog is looking to your cues to figure out how to behave," Greenstein said. "So this may be a time to either not bring them along, or if you are, to reassure them with their favorite toy or treat and just keep them preoccupied with what's going on at ground level."

Pet owners do not need special eclipse glasses for their dog or cat, Krebs said. 

If you have a pair of eclipse glasses around, be careful not to leave them unattended with your pet, who may chew on or eat them, Klein said. Eclipse glasses that have scratches or punctures should not be used. 

Should you keep your pets inside or outside during the solar eclipse?

Veterinarians agree that it's likely best to keep pets inside during the eclipse, especially if they're stressed by crowds or events like storms or fireworks. 

"If possible, keep them indoors in a comfortable environment where they will feel more secure because the feeling of this is probably the most important thing," Klein said.

Owners planning to go to eclipse events should be respectful of their pet's boundaries. 

"Not all animals do well with large crowds or with you being distracted with other things, so leaving them at home or calling a trusted pet sitter are probably the best bet," Greenstein said.

At home, owners can try distracting a pet with a favorite toy, vets said. Pets who are often anxious may benefit from anti-anxiety medication during the eclipse, but owners should check with their veterinarian for specifics before giving their dog or cat any medication, Krebs said. 

"If you plan to stay home during the eclipse, your pet may seek out extra attention or comfort, so providing them with extra comfort and reassurance may help," Krebs said.

More pet safety tips to keep in mind

If you've decided to take your dog to an eclipse event, it's important to make sure they're microchipped with current info in case they get stressed and run away, Klein said. While there, make sure they're well controlled on a leash.

"By and large, we're not thinking this represents any major danger, but definitely pet owners should use their judgment," Greenstein said.

Aliza Chasan is a digital producer at 60 Minutes and CBSNews.com. She has previously written for outlets including PIX11 News, The New York Daily News, Inside Edition and DNAinfo. Aliza covers trending news, often focusing on crime and politics.

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For weeks, if not months, those who have seen one repeated to anyone who would listen: There’s nothing like experiencing the totality of a solar eclipse.

For some of them, this was a second time in six and a half years experiencing the eerie calm when the moon passes in front of the sun, at least for a few minutes. And yet, they were just as awestruck.

For others, it was a likely last opportunity to witness such a celestial phenomenon for two decades. It inspired gasps and smiles, solemnity and excitement.

Here is how it looked as the moon’s shadow crossed three countries and 13 U.S. states, with the time of totality in Eastern time.

El Salto, MX

2:10 — 2:14 p.m.

Uvalde, tex., 2:29 — 2:33 p.m., russellville, ark., 2:50 — 2:54 p.m., carbondale, ill., 2:59 — 3:03 p.m., bloomington, ind., 3:04 — 3:08 p.m., tiffin, ohio, 3:11 — 3:15 p.m., littleton, maine, 3:32 — 3:35 p.m..

Time of totality

El salto, mexico.

A group of professors and students traveled from the United States to El Salto to conduct the most thorough experiment ever using an eclipse to test Albert Einstein’s theory of relativity. Einstein’s idea held that the massive sun would bend the light of surrounding stars more than previously estimated, proving that matter can pull and warp space and time.

The researchers used five telescopes to measure that effect more closely than ever, measuring stars that appear so close to the sun’s edge they can only be viewed during an eclipse.

After a countdown in Spanish, the sun darkened, and the data collection began. “TOTALITY,” yelled Sam Jeffe, a third-year physics major at Willamette University as it appeared in the telescopes’ lenses. “And it’s clear!”

Researchers will feed the data into the computer program, which will analyze the position of the stars and determine how the sun bent the light around them. But, for now, more than half the battle was done.

2:27 — 2:31 p.m.

Eagle pass, tex..

On U.S. soil, totality first came into view in the border city of Eagle Pass, Tex., where a crowd gathered at a football field erupted into cheers as the skies darkened above them.

A singer crooned, “I’m walking on sunshine!” People put on protective glasses and craned their necks toward the sky. Many began to clap.

Vita Garza Flores, 76, traveled from Northern California to see the eclipse in the city where she was born. She brought her daughter and brother along with her.

She grabbed her eclipse glasses, positioning them across her sunglasses: “Wow!”

Students from Uvalde High School were also among the citizen scientists using the eclipse to learn more about the sun and its effects on Earth.

They joined Southwest Texas Junior College’s STEM club in participating in a program known as the Citizen Continental-America Telescope Eclipse. Called Citizen CATE, it will combine short videos of the eclipse taken via telescope into an hour-long movie that NASA says will detail magnetic structure within the sun’s corona and reveal its density. That will help scientists to measure the strength of the solar wind — charged particles that can disrupt electricity grids and produce auroras when they reach Earth.

In Russellville, NASA gathered scientists and broadcast the eclipse’s progress live online. Tourists gathered there, too, wearing T-shirts that declared, “I got mooned at the eclipse.”

A jazz band from Arkansas Tech University played. NASA hosted workshops and Q&A sessions with scientists, at least one of whom has been to space: Among the visitors were Mike Massimino, a veteran of NASA space flight missions to upgrade the Hubble Space Telescope in 2002 and 2009.

Carbondale, Ill., earned the title of “eclipse crossroads of America,” having fallen in the path of totality for a 2017 solar eclipse as well as the event on Monday. This time, at least, the skies were clear for totality, and a full stadium of eclipse fans burst into collective screams when the moment came.

“This is so much better than 2017,” a one commentator on NASA’s live broadcast noted. “It’s so much darker than 2017.”

To many of those who experienced it, the eclipse was a spiritual event. In Bloomington, Buddhist monks marked it with a puja ceremony, a “ritual honoring and promoting inner and planetary healing,” according to the Tibetan Mongolian Buddhist Cultural Center.

Eclipse watchers flocked to Yellowwood Lake where they could experience the eclipse in nature.

When the last pulses of the sun’s rays make their way to Earth before an eclipse enters totality, they appear like a brilliant diamond set on a golden ring. In Tiffin, that meant a chance for some “unforgettable” weddings at an event called “Elope at the Eclipse.”

3:18 — 3:21 p.m.

Niagara falls, n.y..

Crowds flocked to landmarks across the path of totality for a memorable view. At Niagara Falls, despite a thick blanket of clouds, people gathered on the banks of the Niagara River and trained their phone cameras toward the sky. Streetlights turned on, if only briefly, when darkness descended.

The moon’s shadow reached North America at the beaches of Mazatlan, Mexico, just after 2:07 p.m. Eastern time. Just about 90 minutes later, it crossed the wilderness of northern Maine, on its way toward Canada, and then, the North Atlantic.

A total solar eclipse will next dim communities in the contiguous United States in 2044, but only in parts of Montana and the Dakotas. The country will have to wait one more year for the next coast-to-coast phenomenon, a total eclipse that will stretch from California to Florida on Aug. 12, 2045. It will be a Saturday.

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Remains presumed to be missing Utah teen Dylan Rounds located two years after his disappearance

On April 9, 2024, the Box Elder County Sheriff’s Office in Utah announced that a body presumed to be missing 19-year-old Dylan Rounds had been found in Lucin, Utah.

In June 2022, Dylan’s case was featured in Dateline’s  ‘Missing in America’  series. Dateline spoke with his parents, Justin Rounds and Candice Cooley. They said that Dylan grew up in Idaho but owned a farm in Lucin that he purchased with his grandfather in 2019. He spent most nights living in his camper on the farm.

On Saturday, May 28, 2022, Dylan spoke with his grandmother on the phone from the farm. That was the last time anyone heard from him.

A few months later, now 61-year-old James Brenner was named a suspect in Dylan’s disappearance. According to court documents , Brenner was “squatting” in a trailer a few miles away from Dylan’s property. Candace Cooley, Dylan’s mother, told NBC affiliate KSL that at one point, Brenner lived on Dylan’s property, where he helped him bale hay. She noted that Brenner’s presence never gave her “any reason for alarm.”

But Brenner was a convicted felon. In June 2022, he was charged with three counts of felony use of a firearm by a restricted person after the Box Elder County Sheriff’s Office, along with the FBI, searched his trailer and discovered, “ball ammunition, ignition caps, black powder, and speed loads, all related to ‘muzzle loading,’” court documents state.

Then, in March 2023, Brenner was charged with criminal homicide, aggravated murder, and abuse or desecration of a human body in connection to Dylan’s disappearance.

According to the probable cause statement, during the search for Dylan, deputies discovered a pair of his boots. One boot had a blood stain that analysis revealed included DNA from both Dylan and James Brenner. Dylan’s phone records also showed movement on the day of his disappearance in the same area where Brenner was squatting.

The investigation showed that Dylan’s phone last pinged at Lucin Pond and a search of the pond led officials to his phone.

When officials investigated Dylan’s phone, they discovered a video on it that showed Brenner with blood stains on his arm and shirt as he was cleaning a gun. The shirt Brenner was wearing in the video was analyzed and Dylan’s DNA was found on it, the probable cause statement said.

None of the evidence found, however, led investigators to Dylan’s body.

That changed on April 9, 2024. The Box Elder County Sheriff’s Office announced that “skeletal remains presumed to belong to Dylan Rounds were recovered in the remote western Box Elder County area of Lucin.” The post goes on to say that “the FBI assisted the Box Elder County Sheriff’s Office by processing the area for evidence and recovering the remains. The remains are in the possession of the Utah Office of the Medical Examiner for confirmation of identity.”

East Idaho News reported that, according Candice Cooley, Brenner led authorities to her son’s body as part of a plea agreement.

The Box Elder County Sheriff’s Office stated that they are “grateful to everyone who assisted and supported the investigation and search efforts on this exceptionally challenging case.” The sheriff’s office did not release any additional information.