Pets and Animals
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Chickens could become election issue in Fox LakeFeb 08, 2013 7:08 pm - Chickens might play a role in the April 9 Fox Lake mayoral election because of a failed proposal to allow residents to raise hens on their property. Supporters of the ef...
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Police say man killed dog mistaken for coyoteFeb 08, 2013 3:00 pm - Palatine resident put deer carcass in backyard as a lure, authorities allege
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How to keep your pets healthy in winterFeb 07, 2013 9:09 am - We made it. Temperatures in the area have dropped to the teens and single digits, several inches of snow have fallen and we’re counting the wind chill factor. Blustery w...
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Cook County gives $40 discount on spaying petsFeb 05, 2013 2:12 pm - As part of National Spay and Neuter Month, Cook County residents can receive a $40 discount from the county on their pet’s spay or neuter procedure during February. Pet ...
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Study: Cats kill billions of birds, mammals in U.S.Feb 02, 2013 8:00 pm - By Juliet Eilperin / The Washington Post Outdoor cats account for the leading cause of death among both birds and mammals in the United States, according to a new study,...
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Tiny shrimp a big find in Lake CountyFeb 02, 2013 7:00 am - Tiny shrimp a big find in Lake County
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New Lake County rules define 'aggressive' dogsJan 28, 2013 1:00 pm - Lake County regulations now include a new definition for dogs that attack other animals and allows authorities to immediately remove the dog while an investigation is co...
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Buddy Foundation recommends spreading word for lost dogJan 23, 2013 1:16 pm - Driving home from work on recent Thursday, I saw a woman park her car on the side of the road, get out and approach a big white dog. While she held his collar The dog st...
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Local wildlife refuge grows from grass-roots passionJan 22, 2013 4:30 am - The giddy celebration for local folks came earlier this month on a warm, sun-kissed day at the nation's first wildlife refuge on Florida's Pelican Island. Adding a plank...
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Some tips for getting through the cold weatherJan 21, 2013 8:00 am - It's going to be a cold week in the suburbs. The National Weather Service has issued a wind chill advisory for most of Illinois from 6 p.m. this evening through 9 a.m. ...