Pets and Animals
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New Chicago bear? Lincoln Park Zoo opening new polar bear exhibitNov 13, 2016 6:00 am - The newest “Chicago bear” is a big guy, tipping the scales at 1,000 pounds and standing 9-feet tall. But you won't find him at Soldier Field. Siku, a 6-year-old male po...
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Show for pet lovers this weekend at the Kane County FairgroundsNov 12, 2016 12:00 am - The Chicago Pet Show opened Saturday at the Kane County Fairgrounds, 525 S. Randall Road in St. Charles. The event, which continues from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Sunday, featur...
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People, animals mix at wildlife rescue fundraiser in St. CharlesNov 11, 2016 12:00 am - Lucy, a Canada goose, may only be able to "speak" by honking. But if she possessed the power of speech, she would likely have plenty to say. Indeed, she was quite recep...
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Wild About Wildlife event raises funds for rehab centerNov 07, 2016 10:00 pm - If you find an injured animal on the side of the road, what do you do? Many people turn to Fox Valley Wildlife Center, an animal rehabilitation facility in Elburn. But ...
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Not guilty plea for Aurora man charged in puppy heistNov 07, 2016 12:00 am - The Aurora man charged with stealing a 12-week-old Pomeranian puppy named Bella last month from the Naperville Petland has turned himself in and pleaded not guilty. Benj...
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Schaumburg show celebrates the life aquaticNov 06, 2016 12:00 am - A pair of sea lions named Kim and Rose greeted guests with hugs Sunday before entertaining with their show "Sea Lion Splash" at the fourth annual Aquatic Experience at t...
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Coyotes in our midstNov 04, 2016 1:00 am - The Long Grove-Kildeer Garden Club will host a presentation "Coyotes: They live among us. What do you need to know about them?" at 9:30 a.m. Monday, Nov. 14 at the Reed-...
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What you need to know when getting a family petNov 02, 2016 11:00 pm - Many of us have fond memories of our childhood dogs. Our family's first dog was a collie-shepherd mix named "Happy." He did everything with us, even going on family car ...
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Owls topic of bird talkOct 31, 2016 1:00 am - "Natural History of Owls" is the topic at the Lake County Audubon Society meeting at 7:30 p.m. Monday, Nov. 7, at the Libertyville village hall, 118 W. Cook Ave. Ornitho...
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Daniel the emotional support duck takes his first plane ride, soars in popularity
Oct 27, 2016 11:00 pm - Daniel the emotional support duck takes his first plane ride, soars in popularity