Pets and Animals
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COVID-19 death of wildlife center veterinarian 'such a huge loss'Apr 08, 2020 1:00 am - Countless animal lovers from around the Chicago area, along with family and friends, have been mourning the loss of Dr. Peter Sakas, a veterinarian who played a major ro...
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How to help your dog adjust to the stay-at-home order and stay healthyApr 07, 2020 6:00 am - Many people are adjusting to sheltering in place during the COVID-19 pandemic - working from home, helping children learn lessons taught online and preparing more meals ...
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This will make you smile: Lipizzan colt in Lake County, just days old, enjoys life, his whiskersApr 04, 2020 1:00 am - A small, special new horse felt the sunshine for the first time Friday, and he liked it. The rare Lipizzan colt was born last week at Tempel Farms in Old Mill Creek, nea...
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Lake Villa's Sun Lake offers welcoming signs of springApr 03, 2020 6:00 am - Editor's note: Lake County Forest Preserve visitors are reminded to practice social distancing so trails and preserves can remain open. All facilities, restrooms, playgr...
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Marengo farm still working to keep horses safeApr 02, 2020 11:00 pm - Like many others across the world, Platinum Farm trainer Sirena Liggett is faced with challenges no one could ever dream about - a sudden and unexpected change in busine...
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How to explore Chicago, suburban museums from home during the pandemicApr 01, 2020 11:00 pm - Chicago's Shedd Aquarium caught the global media spotlight in March with photos and videos of waddling penguins checking out other aquarium exhibits. But as the penguins...
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On pets: Options abound when it comes to flea and tick prevention for your dogMar 30, 2020 6:00 am - Fleas and ticks are more than just an annoyance. These parasites can transmit diseases to both dogs and their owners. A few diseases caused by fleas are flea allergy de...
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How an Elgin cat is giving thousands of fans reason to smile during pandemicMar 30, 2020 1:00 am - An Elgin cat with tens of thousands of social media followers and celebrity fans like Ellen DeGeneres is bringing many moments of laughter and joy amid the concern and a...
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What to know about 'Tiger King,' the Netflix series that has captivated the internet
Mar 28, 2020 7:30 am - Last week, it seemed impossible that any cultural phenomenon could break through in the era of coronavirus. Enter "Tiger King." In true Netflix fashion, the streaming se...
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Anderson Animal Shelter needs emergency fundsMar 27, 2020 11:00 pm - COVID-19 has already begun to affect Anderson Animal Shelter's ability to care for the homeless animals already in their care, as well as the animals in need in the days...