Pets and Animals
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Hot days for felines could spell troubleMay 29, 2018 11:00 pm - Warm weather months present a host of challenges for feline caregivers, even if you are strict "inside only" enthusiasts. Warm weather concerns may range from heat exhau...
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5 fun things to do with your dog this summer in the suburbs, cityMay 28, 2018 6:30 am - The Dog Days of summer traditionally bring hotter temperatures and a good excuse to slow down. But if you own a dog, summer offers the perfect time for outings with your...
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'Amazing Arachnids' spins its web this summer at Brookfield ZooMay 26, 2018 7:00 am - Spotting spiders is all too easy in suburban backyards and basements, but you won't see anything crawling across your patio like the 100 arachnids on display at Brookfie...
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Ants have Sampson-like strengthMay 26, 2018 1:00 am - "Why are ants so strong?," asked a young patron who attended the Vernon Area Library Write Away program. Creeping single file in and around our houses, ants are minuscul...
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Turtle recovery efforts slow and steadyMay 24, 2018 1:00 am - A bevy of baby Blanding's made the slow plunge into their new home on a coastal plain of Lake Michigan this past week as part of a continuing effort to restore the popul...
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Young kittens are beyond cute, but there's responsibility in their raisingMay 20, 2018 5:00 am - Who can resist the charm, antics and cuddliness of a kitten that is between 2 and 3 months old? Even people who do not share their lives with a companion animal cannot d...
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A duck picked a bad spot to lay her eggs. Marianjoy employees were there to help.May 18, 2018 5:00 am - Look around Wheaton and it seems there are a million places - no, a kazillion places! - where a mother duck might want to set up housekeeping. There are parks and forest...
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The Platinum Farm Program: From Hoof to SaddleMay 17, 2018 11:00 pm - Platinum Farm in Marengo is a special place for dozens of riders, where they learn about horses from the many programs owner/trainer Sirena Richter Liggett has created. ...
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Pet parade returns to Elmhurst's Spring RoadMay 16, 2018 1:00 am - When you're planning a pet parade, Elmhurst veterinarian Dr. John DeVries will tell you, it's usually a good idea to expect the unexpected. Like the time when somebody ...
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Kane County Animal Control to host low-cost rabies and microchip clinicsMay 13, 2018 11:00 pm - The trees are in full bloom, the grass has finally turned from winter brown to gorgeous green, and Kane County Animal Control is once again offering its low-cost rabies ...