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Idaho deputy rescues juvenile moose tangled in wire in heartwarming video now going viral
By David Hookstead
Published October 19, 2026
An incredible video shows a police officer going the extra mile to help an animal in need.
As our loyal readers know, there are few things online that move the needle as much as nature footage.
It's always great to see the beauty of nature on display. It's a reminder of just how blessed we are here in America when it comes to our outdoor opportunities and spots.
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It's also always great to see positive interactions between humans and animals, and that's exactly what leads us here today.
A woman in Montana got a surprise when a moose stormed into her backyard. (Getty Images Creatives)
Cop saves moose tangled up in wire.
The Latah County Sheriff’s Office in Idaho posted a video on Instagram a couple of days ago that will be one of the best things you see all week.
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An officer found a moose tangled up in wire, and he showed zero hesitation to get involved in order to save the animal.
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A bull moose walks across a sunny clearing in front of dense mixed forest in a natural landscape. (Getty Images)
"This week, Deputy Frantz responded to a welfare check on a juvenile moose who was having beef with some wire. The moose was cut loose and sent on his way, safe, sound, and full of apples," the caption on the video explained.
Check out the awesome video below, and let me know your thoughts at David.Hookstead@outkick.com.
People in the comments were quick to offer the officer a lot of praise and other reactions. One person wrote, "Well done guys."
Another added, "Thank you for helping this moose 🫎. God bless the boys in blue!"
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A third commented, "Omg thank you to this officer. The cries when he first came up 💔💔."
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Bull moose in summer, Quebec, Canada. In spring and summer, antler is covered with skin that gives a velvet texture. This requires intense grazing on a highly nutritious diet. (Getty Images)
It's always great to see some heartwarming content, and that's exactly why this video is going viral. Let me know your thoughts at David.Hookstead@outkick.com.
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