April Crossword 2017

2. A dog of a breed (of which there are several varieties) with a curly coat that is often ornamentally clipped.
4. A filarial worm that is a parasite especially in the right heart of dogs and is transmitted by mosquitoes.
6. A small dog of a smooth-haired, large-eyed breed originating in Mexico.
8. A week's vacation for students in the spring, typically at Easter. (one space)
11. A dog of a tall, slender breed having keen sight and capable of high speed, used since ancient times for hunting small game and now chiefly in racing and coursing.
12. If you are an April Fool you may have fallen for one.
13. A young sheep.
14. A large public green area in a town, used for recreation.
15. "April Showers bring May _____"

1. An establishment that maintains a collection of wild animals, typically in a park or gardens, for study, conservation, or display to the public.
2. A small dog of a breed with long silky hair, a pointed muzzle, and pricked ears.
3. A large tawny-colored cat that lives in prides, found in Africa and northwestern India. The male has a flowing shaggy mane and takes little part in hunting, which is done cooperatively by the females.
5. The fourth month of the year, in the northern hemisphere usually considered the second month of spring. You also might know a few people with this name.
7. The most commonly hunted item during this time of year.
9. An arch of colors formed in the sky in certain circumstances, caused by the refraction and dispersion of the sun's light by rain or other water droplets in the atmosphere.
10. This month on the 25th will be the 77th anniversary of this major Batman villain's first appearance. Known for his clown-like appearance and perchance for tricks.
12. The most common practice of celebration of Earth day is to plant more ____.