Articles filed under Pets and Animals
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#BettyWhiteChallenge raising money and awareness for animals
Jan 17, 2022 6:00 AM - The late Betty White was a tireless lifetime advocate for animals. Her most far-reaching contribution, though, may be yet to come: On Monday, fans of White will be poised to donate to animal welfare charities and shelters as part of what's been dubbed the #BettyWhiteChallenge.
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Sled dogs and s'mores draw visitors to Winterfest in Vernon Hills
Jan 15, 2022 4:53 PM - With the exception of a lack of snow on the sled hill due to a recent thaw, Winterfest went on as planned at the Century Park Pavilion in Vernon Hills Saturday. -
Try skijoring with your dog this winter
Jan 13, 2022 11:08 AM - In the summer, our dogs can run, hike, play ball, swim, kayak. But, it's mid-January now. The outside temperatures are down and wind chill factors are up. It's cold, icy and snowing. It's time for winter dog sports. One of these winter dog sports is skijoring. -
Year in birding: 2021 brought several rare sightings and new conservation laws
Jan 13, 2022 6:00 AM - The year in birding: Words on Birds columnist Jeff Reiter takes a look back at the sightings and happenings of 2021.
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Learn about 'The Private Life of an Unloved Bird' with DuPage Birding Club Jan. 13
Jan 10, 2022 7:30 PM - The DuPage Birding Club will feature "The Private Life of an Unloved Bird" with Katie Fallon at its monthly meeting in January. -
Feline's bad breath may be sign of other health problems
Jan 6, 2022 9:33 AM - If you find your feline is suffering from bad breath that may rise to the level of halitosis, which means it's really offensive, the problem may be solved by merely implementing a home dental program. Or there could be other problems. -
Top animal stories of 2021: A look back at some of the four-legged suburban residents that made headlines
Jan 6, 2022 6:00 AM - The animal story that may have gotten the most attention this year was, unfortunately, a sad one. Ludwig -- an Argentine Dogo -- was shot to death in August by the husband of the president of Wayne, the small suburb that crosses the DuPage-Kane county line. -
'Mudi'? Try a toy: American Kennel Club adds 2 dog breeds
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Best Bets: Holiday in the Park Lights! ends at Six Flags Great America
Jan 4, 2022 6:00 AM - This is the last weekend for Holiday in the Park Lights! Drive-through Experience at Six Flags Great America, comedians Jeff Ross and Dave Attell bring their "Bumping Mics" tour to Waukegan's Genesee Theatre and the Elgin Symphony Orchestra performs music of Brahms, Wagner and Clara Schumann. -
New Lake County sheriff's dog helps capture two suspects in 24 hours
Jan 3, 2022 5:46 PM - The Lake County sheriff's office's newest police dog helped his human partner capture two suspects within a 24-hour span last week.
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