Missing Kangaroo Found Safe in Juneau County

Chesney the kangaroo returned home after brief escape from Sunshine Farm

Mar. 28, 2026 at 8:40pm

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Chesney the kangaroo, a resident of Sunshine Farm near Necedah, Wisconsin, escaped from his home on Wednesday but was safely recovered by his owner and returned to the farm on Saturday.

Why it matters

The escape and recovery of Chesney highlights the unique challenges of caring for exotic animals like kangaroos on small farms, and the importance of responsible ownership and quick community response when an animal goes missing.

The details

Chesney, a kangaroo living at Sunshine Farm in Juneau County, Wisconsin, escaped from his enclosure on Wednesday. His owner was able to locate and safely return Chesney to the farm on Saturday after a brief search.

  • Chesney escaped from Sunshine Farm on Wednesday, March 26, 2026.
  • Chesney was recovered and returned to the farm on Saturday, March 29, 2026.

The players

Sunshine Farm

A small farm near Necedah, Wisconsin that is home to Chesney the kangaroo and other exotic animals.

Chesney

A kangaroo residing at Sunshine Farm who briefly escaped from his enclosure before being safely recovered by his owner.

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What’s next

Sunshine Farm plans to review its enclosure protocols to prevent future escapes, and will continue caring for Chesney and the farm's other animals.

The takeaway

The recovery of Chesney the kangaroo demonstrates the importance of responsible exotic animal ownership, quick community response, and diligent farm security measures when caring for unique creatures like kangaroos.