Pets and Animals
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Learn about bison's return to Illinois at Lake County eventJan 27, 2016 12:00 am - Jeff Walk, director of science for the Illinois Chapter of The Nature Conservancy, will be the speaker at the Feb. 1 meeting of the Lake County Audubon Society, beginnin...
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Gurnee sticks with Lake County Animal Care and ControlJan 26, 2016 4:19 am - Gurnee village board members have approved an amended contract to continue receiving service from Lake County Animal Care and Control. Amended deals have been appearing ...
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INfrequently Asked Questions: Horse adoption coordinator also learning a lot about pigsJan 24, 2016 6:30 am - This week's INfrequently Asked Questions is with Jenna Dickson, adoption coordinator at the Hooved Animal Humane Society in Woodstock. Q. What are some of the most commo...
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Panfish limit reduced on Wauconda's Bangs LakeJan 23, 2016 6:35 am - Concerned about the ecology of Bangs Lake, Wauconda officials have lowered the daily catch limit for three species of panfish. As of this week, anglers now are allowed t...
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To sniff out the bad guys, the TSA turns to its cuddliest crewJan 22, 2016 4:59 am - WASHINGTON - On a late December morning at Reagan National Airport, a traveler dressed casually in jeans, a striped shirt and winter boots passed a black dog sniffing a ...
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Vow to keep your cats healthy and happyJan 20, 2016 10:00 pm - Buddy wishes for all of you a bright, healthy and shiny New Year, both for you and your animals. Mr. and Mrs. Claus have already returned to the North Pole after donati...
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Doggies in diapers? Housetraining troubles not uncommon
Jan 20, 2016 6:00 am - LOS ANGELES (AP) - If it can happen at the White House, it can happen in any house. Sunny, the Portuguese water dog who joined fellow first dog Bo and the Obama family i...
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Spay/Neuter special for all pet owners in Will & Cook CountyJan 19, 2016 10:00 pm - Spay Illinois will be offering discounts on our already low-cost spay and neuter surgery for cats and dog owners who reside in Will and Cook county. Beginning February 1...
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Elk Grove Leo Club holds successful pet food driveJan 18, 2016 12:00 am - For the ninth consecutive year, the Elk Grove Leo Club conducted its annual pet food drive to benefit The Almost Home Foundation. During November, Leo Club members esta...
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Tips for keeping your pets safe in harsh weatherJan 18, 2016 12:00 am - The Lake County Health Department's Animal Care and Control Program is reminding residents to take extra precautions for their pets in bad weather. A new law under the H...