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Images: 137th Westminster Kennel Club dog show Feb 11, 2013 12:00 AM
Dachshunds, basenjis and Australian shepherds were just some of the dogs featured during the first day of the 137th Westminster Kennel Club dog show in New York City.
The dos and don'ts of Westminster Dog Show Feb 11, 2013 12:00 AM
Scissors, blow dryers, bobby pins — they're as much a part of the Westminster Dog show as commands, crates and treats. What Westminster won't tolerate, though, are PEDs — performance-enhanced dogs. That means no tattooing a boxer's nose to make it more black, no braces for a pointer to straighten its teeth. "It goes against the spirit of showing dogs in their appropriate state," Westminster President Sean McCarthy said.
Loved Bug: Some insects make good pets Feb 10, 2013 12:00 AM
Children are fascinated by insects, but many of us eventually grow out of wanting to catch a firefly and keep it in a jar. For the people who never lose that urge, though, it can lead in directions that might be surprising. "Roaches actually make really good pets," says Scott Martin of Rockville, Md.
Police say man killed dog mistaken for coyote Feb 8, 2013 12:00 AM
Palatine police say a man who used a deer carcass to lure coyotes into his backyard shot and killed a German shephard mix named Willy. Piotr Holy, 40, of the 1100 block of South Brockway Street, has been charged with felony aggravated cruel treatment of an animal, obstructing a peace officer, reckless conduct and unlawful discharge of a firearm while hunting within 300 yards of an inhabited dwelling without permission.
Chickens could become election issue in Fox LakeFeb 8, 2013 12:00 AM
Chickens might play a role in the April 9 Fox Lake mayoral election because of a failed proposal to allow residents to raise hens on their property. Supporters of the effort to raise chickens for food and educational purposes say they are upset the board voted 4-2 in January to defeat the measure and will back village board and mayoral challengers in the election.
How to keep your pets healthy in winter Feb 7, 2013 12:00 AM
We made it. Temperatures in the area have dropped to the teens and single digits, several inches of snow have fallen and we’re counting the wind chill factor. Winter has arrived in February. The Buddy Foundation offers tips to keep our pets safe this winter.
Cook County gives $40 discount on spaying pets Feb 5, 2013 12:00 AM
As part of National Spay and Neuter Month, Cook County residents can receive a $40 discount from the county on their pet's spay or neuter procedure during February. Pet owners may take their dog or cat to a veterinarian of their choice. Pet owners must present proof of their pet's current rabies vaccination. The rebate is provided for up to two pets.
Tiny shrimp a big find in Lake CountyFeb 2, 2013 12:00 AM
Ecologists this past summer found a species of shrimp in the Des Plaines River in southern Lake County that is rare in the area. The inch-long Mississippi grass shrimp had only been documented in two other Illinois locations: Otter Creek and the Kankakee River.The presence of the crustacean is indicative of an improving water system, officials said.
Study: Cats kill billions of birds, mammals in U.S. Feb 2, 2013 12:00 AM
Researchers estimate the United States is home to between 15 billion and 20 billion adult land birds. Cats kill about 10 percent of them each year, according to the analysis.
New Lake County rules define ‘aggressive’ dogsJan 28, 2013 12:00 AM
The designation of "animal aggressive" for dogs that seriously injure or kill other animals allows Lake County authorities to impound the dog while an investigation is conducted. The new category applies to dogs that without justification cause serious injury or death to another owned animal and provides a clear direction of the steps that ensue.
Buddy Foundation recommends spreading word for lost dog Jan 23, 2013 12:00 AM
Driving home from work recently, I saw a woman park her car on the side of the road, get out and approach a big white dog. The dog stood quietly, wagging his tail, while she held his collar. The dog was lost. Luckily, this tale has a happy ending. But what happens if you're not as lucky? What do you do if you lose your dog and can't find him?
Local wildlife refuge grows from grass-roots passionJan 22, 2013 12:00 AM
The giddy celebration for local folks came earlier this month on a warm, sun-kissed day at the nation’s first wildlife refuge on Florida’s Pelican Island. Adding a plank reading “Hackmatack” to the boardwalk, Secretary of the Interior Ken Salazar officially commemorated our nation’s newest and 561st wildlife refuge, which spans parts of McHenry County and southern Wisconsin.
Some tips for getting through the cold weather Jan 21, 2013 12:00 AM
Buddy Foundation thanks its many dedicated volunteersJan 20, 2013 12:00 AM
Now that the New Year is here we at The Buddy Foundation do not want to forget to thank all of our faithful readers.
Illinois ranks lowest in pet ownership. Really? Jan 17, 2013 12:00 AM
Illinois residents don't appear to be too fond of pets. Our state ranks in among the lowest in the nation for pet-owning households, with roughly a third of us owning dogs or cats. We have to admit, us animal-loving editors were a bit surprised.
Tips for running with your canine companion Jan 13, 2013 12:00 AM
More and more people are running for exercise. My sister runs 3 miles a day. My niece and her husband are training for a 26K marathon in the spring. A colleague at work is training for a 15K in March. In our neighborhood, more and more people are dressed in neon orange or green jackets, running in the streets and on the sidewalks to get their daily workout. With all of these people running, I’ve seen only one couple running with their dog.
Pets or pests? Owners, officials try to ferret out an answer Jan 12, 2013 12:00 AM
The difference between owning a ferret in Hawaii and one in Pennsylvania can be up to three years in jail — and hundreds of thousands of dollars in fines. That's the penalty for ferret fans in the Aloha State, where the 3-pound members of the weasel and polecat family are banned amid concerns of the animals escaping and wreaking havoc on the islands' delicate ecosystems. But ferret fans argue that the foot-long domesticated creatures make excellent pets and shouldn't be regulated by wildlife agencies.
Buddy’s felines are caroling for a forever home Dec 23, 2012 12:00 AM
The Buddy Foundation has many felines that are going to have a blue Christmas. Some have been left at Buddy’s doorstep or an animal hospital, barely with a note that might tell us their names. Find out how you can adopt.
Asian toad stowaway gets new home in South Africa Dec 22, 2012 12:00 AM
South Africans are marveling at the endurance of a toad that got trapped in a cargo shipment from China to Cape Town after jumping into a porcelain candlestick that was made there. South African officials reportedly planned to put down the creature, fearing it would cause harm as an invasive species if it were let go in the wild.But the toad got a last-minute reprieve.
Oldest of zoo gorillas turns 56 Dec 22, 2012 12:00 AM
The Association of Zoos and Aquariums says the female western lowland gorilla named Colo is the oldest gorilla in any zoo. She was born at the Columbus Zoo and Aquarium in 1956.