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Pets

Advice

What to Consider When Adding a Pet to Your Family

Chicago Parent Editorial Team -
Here are a few things to consider before you add a furry new member to your family.
Advice

How I Helped My Kids Cope with Pet Loss for the First Time

Lori Orlinsky -
Mom turns to Facebook to help answer questions.
Parenting

Why one Chicago mom is off to the races

Marianne Walsh -
Long live Tony the turtle.
Things to Do

The secret (peaceful) life of (a family with no) pets

Matt Boresi -
Chicago dad persuades daughter of pet-less lifestyle
Guides

6 holiday gifts for the pets in your life

Natalie Dal Pra -
Fur babies need love, too.
Advice

Tell your holiday stories to Chicago Parent

Masters in Parenting -
Add your tales to our podcast!
Things to Do

3 Chicagoland costume parades for your pup

Aabha Rathee -
Get ready for the furriest walk.
Guides

8 ways to enjoy the dog days of summer

Elizabeth Diffin -
Who let the dogs out?
Advice

Exotic furballs: Family-friendly hamster alternatives

Erik J. Martin -
(But extra TLC is required.)
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