Pets and Animals
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Know the signs and solution in case your feline overheatsJul 08, 2020 11:00 pm - Warm weather months present a host of challenges for feline caregivers, even if you are a strict "inside only" enthusiast. Warm weather concerns may range from heat exha...
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Virtual training can be good for trainers, owners and dogs
Jul 08, 2020 7:00 am - Jennifer Stile was apprehensive when she found out that training classes for her puppy Josie would be moving online because of the pandemic. 'œInitially I said I'd wait ...
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Island Lake board to talk chickens, beesJul 08, 2020 1:00 am - The Island Lake village board will meet Thursday night to discuss creating ordinances that would regulate beekeeping and chicken coops in town. The meeting is set for 7...
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Anderson Animal Shelter offers virtual summer campJul 07, 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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Five mosquito myths (no, they can't transmit COVID-19)Jul 06, 2020 5:30 am - Good news: Mosquitoes do not transmit the COVID-19 virus. Bad news: Mosquitoes remain an active annoyance. The buzzy biters are busy during these warm summer months, es...
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Beware of common plants that can poison your dogJul 06, 2020 1:00 am - Plants are often chosen based on their beauty and garden performance, but pet owners should also add "poisonous to dogs" on their list of attributes to consider before h...
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Aurora toddler killed by dog during July 4 partyJul 06, 2020 1:00 am - An Aurora toddler was attacked and killed by at least dog while in a playpen during a holiday party in Joliet, police said Monday. The 17-month-old girl had bite marks "...
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Foal of charm: Danada Equestrian Center welcomes new addition DukeJul 02, 2020 1:00 am - As quickly as he came into the world, he's won the affection of his attentive mother and their caretakers. The lanky spitfire likes to canter, sunbathe and nibble on his...
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Keep your dog hydrated during hot summerJul 01, 2020 11:00 pm - Several years ago, my dog, Kasey got a red nylon collapsible water bowl as a gift for his birthday. Cute gift, I thought. But the more I used it, the more I liked it. I...
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Dog magazine sues Batavia firm over March 'coconut oil' newsletterJul 01, 2020 1:00 am - Canadian-based magazine Dogs Naturally has sued the Batavia firm CocoTherapy for libel, arguing a March 2020 newsletter article contained defamatory statements that Dogs...