University of Kansas - Jayhawker Yearbook (Lawrence, KS)

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E6 campus life ...and playful, pets helped some students relieve the stress of college life. by corey peck. photos by corey peck and krystie scott. The bus was-surprise-late. The midterm covered material that was never mentioned in the lecture and was nowhere to be foimd on the review sheet. That significant other de- cided that a little space was in order. And on the way home-another surprise-the bus was late again. But when the door was un- locked, many students found a pet who was always ready to do a little comforting. Whenever I've had a really stressful day, playing with my dog Abbott helps me un- wind a little bit, Kristi Elliott, Garden City sophomore, said. The pets of KU students ranged from the ever-popular dogs and cats to cricket-crunch- ing geckoes each requiring different degrees of upkeep. They're fim to watch and they're relax- ing to have around the house. Vxfhen the world goes against me, they're there for me, Sarah Donegan, Olathe sophomore, said of her pair of parakeets. Loyal and trustworthy, pets were ready and willing to help their owners pass their troubles away Sometimes, though, animals caused a little trouble of their own. My cat is nice to have around, but with school it is tough to keep up with him and give him the attention he needs, Kristel Cosner, Paola sophomore, said. Students often had to leave pets at home while they were on campus, but many KU dog owners brought their canines to campus with them. On sunny days, the campus was full of dogs leashed to trees or running free, waiting for their owners to finish classes. Once the day was finished, the pets once again became the center of attention.

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