2+ week, 3+ day ago  (480+ words) Paws for a Cause Vet Care of Naperville was one of several animal welfare organizations in the Chicago area to provide free spay and neuter surgeries to help control outdoor cat populations. From March 9 to 15, organizations participated in the Chicagoland…...

3+ week, 1+ day ago  (983+ words) Gary Police Chief Derrick Cannon started his career with the city in 1999 at the animal shelter. Now, he's one of the driving forces helping to get a new facility. "I wanted to do this 20 years ago," Cannon said. "When I…...

1+ mon, 3+ day ago  (1102+ words) A week ahead of a vote to determine the leadership of Chicago Animal Care and Control, officials and advocates are tangled in a heated battle over the current nominee. Susan Cappello was the acting director of the city shelter for…...

1+ mon, 1+ week ago  (1185+ words) With Easter approaching, some might think a cute and cuddly bunny would make a perfect gift. But before picking up a rabbit for that Easter basket, you may want to consider all that's involved in adopting a small animal. "Many…...

1+ mon, 1+ week ago  (616+ words) Kitten season is fast approaching, and Peaches Bonnema knows she'll soon get a call to help out with the little furballs. Bonnema, a volunteer foster for the South Suburban Humane Society in Matteson, said kitten season starts in early spring,…...

1+ mon, 1+ week ago  (395+ words) A recent event at the Hobart Library found a furry friend in attendance who is an excellent listener. "The goal of the (Read to a Dog) program is to offer an opportunity for people of all ages, but particularly school-aged…...

1+ mon, 2+ week ago  (552+ words) Dog shows offering owners a chance to show off their canine's abilities are pretty common, but cats were given their due over the weekend at the Kane County Fairgrounds in St. Charles as the Cat Fanciers' Association held its 64th annual…...

4+ mon, 3+ day ago  (539+ words) Some of the visitors to the Animal Welfare League last weekend did a double-take when they saw the Grinch and Cindy Lou Who sitting in the lobby. First in line was La Vandy Goines, who had brought her family's two…...

4+ mon, 5+ day ago  (751+ words) Petmate Pet Cafe Feeder This affordable gravity feeder can feed your dog even when there's no electricity. It has a 12-pound capacity, so it can keep your dog's bowl consistently full. It's also made of environmentally friendly PET plastic, and…...

4+ mon, 6+ day ago  (560+ words) Whether your dog has short, straight hair or thick, curly hair, maintaining its coat is important for its health. Having the best brush for your dog will keep its coat tangle-free and might even prevent a big bill at the…...