Pets and Animals
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The dos and don'ts of Westminster Dog ShowFeb 11, 2013 4:00 pm - NEW YORK — Scissors, blow dryers, bobby pins — they're as much a part of the Westminster Dog Show as commands, crates and treats. Take Sophie, for example. With perfectl...
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Images: 137th Westminster Kennel Club dog showFeb 11, 2013 3:05 pm - ...
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Loved Bug: Some insects make good petsFeb 10, 2013 5:00 am - Children are fascinated by insects, but many of us eventually grow out of wanting to catch a firefly and keep it in a jar. For the people who never lose that urge, thoug...
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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...