Pets and Animals
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Quite the attraction: National Moth Week events highlight role of these important pollinatorsJul 08, 2026 10:44 am - Did you know there are 12 times more moth species than butterfly in Illinois? National Moth Week, July 18-26, encourages people to observe, photograph, and document moths to help scientists understand their diversity and ecological importance. Local nature centers and environmental organizations are offering moth-themed programs.
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Wigglers, crawlers and swimmers: The surprisingly complex lives of worms and leechesJul 06, 2026 12:09 pm - Naturalist Mark Spreyer takes a look at the remarkable biology and regenerative powers of worms and leeches.
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‘No bull’: Lake County sheriff’s deputies find wayward cowsJul 05, 2026 7:54 am - A pair of cows that wandered away from their home and were found “chilling” in a parking lot in central Lake County were reunited with their owner Saturday morning, authorities said.
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Rebranded former Kamp K9 in Long Grove debuts as Digs Dog CareJul 02, 2026 9:07 am - Digs Dog Care, a growing national network of high-quality pet resorts, opened this past weekend in the former Kamp K9 location in Long Grove.
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Plants that can deter insects and wildlifeJun 30, 2026 12:36 pm - Some strategic choices regarding plants can greatly reduce the risk that insects and wildlife show up uninvited.
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At least 117 dead dogs found in 'horrific scene' at California 'no-kill' shelterJun 28, 2026 2:46 pm - FORTUNA, Calif. (AP) — The remains of at least 117 dogs were found on the grounds of a California “no-kill“ animal shelter, many of them with gunshot wounds, authorities ...
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Ask a Vet: Can I catch a virus from my cat?
Jun 23, 2026 2:51 pm - My cat recently died because it had FIV, which I was told was like AIDS in people. Can cats spread viruses to humans?
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Former Lincoln Park Zoo keeper leads environmental education program in Rolling MeadowsJun 23, 2026 10:59 am - A former Lincoln Park Zoo keeper has spearheaded an environmental education series through the Rolling Meadows Park District.
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Central Bark Aurora-Fox Valley marks first year with ‘Bark in the Park’ event on July 11Jun 20, 2026 1:24 am - Central Bark Aurora-Fox Valley celebrates its first anniversary with “Bark in the Park,” a free community event on July 11 featuring local vendors, dog wellness services, training demonstrations, and family activities including an owner-pet lookalike contest and donation drive for the Naperville Area Humane Society.
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‘I can’t survive without him’: Mount Prospect woman sues after condo association bans service dogJun 17, 2026 5:50 pm - Sharon House hopes to move into the condo she bought nearly a year ago. Instead, the 66-year-old Mount Prospect woman is suing her condominium association in federal court.