Canine flu puts rescue in a pinch
The persistence of canine influenza has put Alive Rescue in a bind. Alive recently took in five dogs, all owner surrenders, from an animal control facility. Within a day, two...
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Found near death in Grant Park, a loner pit bull has a new best friend
The story of Merit, the sick and emaciated dog found lying in the bushes in Grant Park, has taken a twist. An amazing twist. "Unbelievable. Never in a million years...
Dogs can practice natural herding talents on Wisconsin farm
Herding? Shannon Wolfe's definition is short and sweet. "Herding is allowing livestock to escape in the direction you want them to go as a group," she says. "One animal at...
How to wash a car’s exterior: A step-by-step guide
A good washing will do wonders for your car. It removes dirt and grit that could potentially harm the finish. And a clean car just looks good. After a good...
Gardens at Ball showcase a landscape of blooming possibilities
If you're going to visit the Gardens at Ball, on the grounds of Ball Horticultural Co. in West Chicago, you can assume there will be some eye-openers. This is where,...
Ghostowl the cat getting a name in art restoration
There's a term making the rounds in the world of art restoration: Ghost Owl. As in, "Let's Ghost Owl this painting." The expression can be traced to an 8-year-old cat...
Shelter’s adoption center ready to open
As fundraising efforts go, this one was short and sweet. One Tail at a Time dog rescue will cut the ribbon on its new adoption center Aug. 1, less than...
New book teaches home chefs how to forage
How far will forager Lisa Rose go to get a fresh salad? She tells the story of a cross-country drive with her two kids several years back, a trip that...
Swimming, car rides and ice cream: Roo’s last weeks will be happy ones
Roosevelt is getting a big send-off. Roo, as he has come to be known, is a 6-year-old pit bull who was rescued from Chicago Animal Care and Control in April....
Koala study sheds light on surprising mating habits
As much as we know about koalas — their eating habits, the threats they face from loss of habitat and their relentless cuteness — the animal's social structure has remained...