Pets and Animals
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Dog rescued after 24 hours lodged in pipe near West ChicagoJan 05, 2015 12:01 am - A message to all you dogs out there: Chasing squirrels can land you in a real pack of trouble. A Bartlett beagle named Layla recently learned that lesson the hard way af...
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Humans and large primates have smiliar DNA through evolutionJan 04, 2015 10:00 pm - You wanted to know A young patron from the Grayslake Area Public Library asked, "Why is our DNA so similar to orangutans?" DNA - deoxyribonucleic acid - is found in near...
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Before killing a rhinoceros, a hunter faces death threatsJan 03, 2015 12:01 am - Ben Carter heard the story of the fearsome black rhinoceros during a trip to Namibia more than a year ago, and it's still fresh in his mind. The bull roamed the dry fiel...
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In spite of what many believe, felines can be trainedDec 30, 2014 10:00 pm - Buddy wishes all of you a bright, healthy and shiny New Year. Mr. and Mrs. Claus have already returned to the North Pole after donating a hectic three Saturdays at 65 W...
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Feline fame in cyberspace gives species a boostDec 27, 2014 6:15 am - PORTLAND, Ore. - Cats these days aren't associated with deities the way they were in ancient Egypt, but the Internet has gotten them a little closer. We adore Nora the p...
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Dog back from New York, back with Save-A-PetDec 27, 2014 6:00 am - After long journey, Moonbeam awaits adoption
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Suburban volunteers reunite dogs with returning soldiersDec 24, 2014 6:30 am - Garrett Rogers liked the runt. Anastasia, as the Navy petty officer second class would call her, was a “tiny, little ball of fur,” an Afghan shepherd puppy and a comfort...
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Iran's unwelcome dogs find care at rare shelterDec 24, 2014 6:00 am - TEHRAN, Iran - Man's best friend is seen as anything but in Iran, where city workers gun down strays and conservatives view pet dogs as a corrupting Western influence. B...
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Open your heart and home to a feline this holiday seasonDec 17, 2014 10:00 pm - During the Christmas holidays some shelters promote their animals with disabilities for "Home 4 The Holidays" and draw big on the emotional appeal. All animals deserve ...
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Dog's tennis ball key to DuPage courthouse securityDec 14, 2014 6:45 am - Every morning Deputy Ken Diebert prepares for his courthouse duty by strapping on his usual 12 pounds of gear: Kevlar vest, handcuffs and stun gun. But he also holsters ...