Articles filed under Pets and Animals
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How county animal shelters are handling the summer influx, and what pet owners can do
Jul 23, 2021 4:12 PM - DuPage County Animal Services, the second largest county-run pet shelter in the state, was at "critical capacity" in June. Now, thanks to adoption, reunification and rescue partners, the shelter has less than 200 animals in their care for the first time in weeks. The pattern is seen at most other suburban county-operated shelters. -
Canine Carnival on Thursday in PalatineJul 23, 2021 3:56 PM - Canine Carnival, a carnival with games and vendors for dogs and their owners, takes place Thursday at Fred P. Hall Amphitheater in Palatine.
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Help round up and remove rusty crayfish Aug. 7
Jul 22, 2021 5:43 PM - There are underwater invaders in local streams and rivers and Kane County Forest Preserve District is asking for your help to find them. The culprit is the rusty crayfish, a tiny aquatic creature that is an invasive species in Kane County. -
When your pet gets lost, first and foremost, stay calm
Jul 22, 2021 9:17 AM - If your pet gets lost it is important to remain calm. This is easier said than done, but it doesn't help to panic. -
'It's all about the animals': 500 pets get free shots, chips at Wheeling police station
Jul 22, 2021 6:21 AM - The Wheeling Police Department partnered with the Chicago Wolves, Heartland Animal Shelter and Reign Total Body Fuel to host a free drive-through pet clinic Saturday at the police station. -
Pandemic leads to rescue boom at St. Charles-based wildlife rehabilitation center
Jul 20, 2021 6:00 AM - A newfound love for the outdoors caused by the COVID-19 pandemic isolation is fueling a boom in wildlife rescue efforts in Kane County. -
Puppy that was stolen from Lombard store recoveredJul 19, 2021 8:27 PM - A stolen puppy valued at nearly $7,900 has been found safe and a suspect is in custody, Lombard authorities said.
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Kane County to raise rabies tag fees in 2022Jul 19, 2021 5:46 PM - Effective Jan. 1, 2022, all Kane County Animal Control rabies tag fees will be increasing.
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New Bartlett police dog 'brings a smile to everyone's face'
Jul 19, 2021 5:30 AM - The Bartlett Police Department's newest member is Maverick, a 14-month-old golden retriever that provides emotional support for community members and officers alike. -
Beck Lake Dog Days of Summer event includes canoe activity
Jul 17, 2021 6:04 PM - Pet owners and their dogs paddled out onto Beck Lake in canoes during Dog Days of Summer, an event hosted by the Forest Preserves of Cook County Saturday in Des Plaines.
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