Pets and Animals
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Dog's scratching driving you crazy? Consider how he must feelAug 10, 2020 6:00 am - August has been named Itchy Pet Awareness Month. Every dog scratches from time to time, but if your dog scratches excessively, it is time to make an appointment with a v...
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Dog training classes at Springbrook Animal Care Center start this weekAug 09, 2020 11:00 pm - Springbrook Animal Care Center in Naperville is pleased to present Victoria Buhler to the clients of the clinic and all area dog owners. Buhler is continuing her work at...
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Elgin man accused of animal tortureAug 07, 2020 1:00 am - An Elgin man is accused of beating and burning a dog so severely last month that it had to be euthanized. In a Friday news release, the Kane County state's attorney's of...
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Lake County ecologist stumbles upon an endangered bumblebee at lastAug 05, 2020 5:00 am - A routine weeding session in a Lake County forest preserve revealed an uncommon discovery for one ecologist and a reward for everyone working to improve the natural land...
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Police: 28 dead cats, 1 dead squirrel found in Waukegan woman's homeAug 05, 2020 1:00 am - A 54-year-old Waukegan woman faces animal cruelty charges after authorities found 28 dead cats and one dead squirrel inside her home, police said in a news release Wedne...
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Best bets: Beatles fan festival goes online, 'Blues Brothers' tribute comes to Navy PierAug 04, 2020 6:00 am - • Please note that events are subject to change as a result of COVID-19 and other factors. Check events and recommended safety precautions before you go. Come together F...
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Naperville police looking for pair suspected of stealing puppyAug 04, 2020 1:00 am - The Naperville Crime Stoppers group is offering a reward of up to $1,000 for information leading to the arrest of two people suspected of stealing a Boston terrier puppy...
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Welcoming a new kitten? Here's what you need to knowAug 03, 2020 6:00 am - A new kitten is bundle of fur, purrs and endless energy. Whether you are welcoming your first kitten or adding another feline member to your family, create a comfortable...
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On the run with your dogJul 30, 2020 6:00 am - People are out walking their dogs more than ever. We have a veritable parade of dogs and people passing by our window. Neighbors who walk their dogs early in the morning...
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Stalking the shoreline: Where to spot great herons and egretsJul 28, 2020 6:00 am - I was very fortunate to grow up on a good-sized muddy lake not far from where I'm sitting. There, I could watch muskrats, catch sunfish, and observe a particular great b...