Across
- 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 _____"
Down
- 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 ____.