Pets and Animals
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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...
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Young children with pet dogs seen having fewer social interaction problems than other kids
Jul 28, 2020 6:00 am - Young children with family dogs were 23 percent less likely to have social interaction problems than children whose households do not have a dog, some recent research su...
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Therapy laser a pain-free treatment option for your petJul 27, 2020 6:00 am - The use of therapy lasers is becoming increasing popular in veterinary medicine for good reason. They provide pain-free treatment for a wide variety of conditions. They ...
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New resources for watching birds in DuPage CountyJul 26, 2020 11:00 pm - The DuPage Birding Club recently announced three new resources for local birders to maximize their birding opportunities within the county. In response to COVID-19 gui...
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Anderson Animal Shelter offers virtual summer camps July 28-31Jul 23, 2020 11:00 pm - Anderson Animal Shelter has added some additional topics and another week of virtual summer camp sessions. These camps are accessible and affordable to all children and...
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Kids are abuzz with activities to help save bees
Jul 23, 2020 6:00 am - "Where have all the flowers, vegetables and fruits gone?" It's a question we hope never to ask. For many of these plant products to exist, however, we need pollinators s...
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Save-A-Pet: 4-year-old Celena looks forward to going home with an adoptive familyJul 22, 2020 11:00 pm - Meet Celena, a 4-year-old, medium-sized dog with gorgeous wavy fur. She is a happy and active, always ready to flash you one of her best smiles. She loves to play, espec...
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Socializing a puppy prepares him to become a good canine citizenJul 20, 2020 6:00 am - If you have recently added a puppy to your family, you are in for years of love and adventure. To be sure your new puppy grows up to be a happy and well-adjusted dog, ti...