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Scenery: Steaming Coffee Pot Clouds
I like it! Very creative use of materials at hand.

 

Pudgy (Pug/Poodle)
She has the sweetest face!

 

Keep Your Knives Sharp
Also by storing your knives in blocks with the cutting side up they will stay sharper by not dragging the blade on the wood over and over again. Thats why many blocks now have the knives go in sideways.

 

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Giving a Dog Medication?
For pills I had to give my pets I always ground them into a powder and then put it in a very strong smelling wet food that they couldnt resist. Strong smelling is good because it masks any flavor of the pill better. I dont know about the liquid, but you could...

 

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Kitchen Colors to Compliment Honey Gold Living Room?
I was just in Panerra for lunch yesterday and was noticing how they use lots of different colors, including honey gold, and how they all seem to transition from one to another. If you have a Panerra near you, check it out and you may be inspired by one of their...

 

In a little tent.

Millie (Cat)
Oh my! Her picture is the sort that makes you say Oh what a beautiful cat! I love the one that looks like you caught her yawning. That picture needs a caption!

 

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Use Silicone Basting Brush for Shedding
I dont get it either. My silicone basting brush is floppy. And to Daneed dont put silicone spray on your pet!

 

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Removing a Piece of Glass From Under the Skin?
Glass is one thing that will not work it way out. It will work itself in. You need to see a doctor to have it removed.

 

Farrah (Sable Ferret)
I had ferrets for twelve years an I miss them! Give Farrah my best!

 

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Baby Shampoo For Fleas
I am surprised a vet would recommend this. It definitely is not for regular use. Human shampoo, even baby shampoo, is not good for the skin and coat of dogs.

 

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Using Buttermilk in Septic Tank?
Just use regular yeast. It can be purchased quite inexpensively in bulk in wholesale clubs.

 

Wildlife: Winter Visitors
Roy you have talent for taking great photos! I love cardinals. Thank you for the post.

 

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Holistic Treatment for Dog's Yeast Infection?
Just use plain yogurt. Swab some in his ears once or twice daily. It works for women, it should work for dogs ears.

 

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Socializing a Puppy With Other Dogs?
Ditto every thing KansasCindy said. I will add dont be too worried, puppies often play rougher with each other than we would expect. They are establishing the pecking order. I rememer how alarmed I was when my puppy met his cousins. I thought my puppy was going...

 

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Getting Rid of Ferret Stains and Odor?
I had ferrets for twelve years. It depends. Do you still have the ferrets or are you trying to clean up after ferrets that are gone?

 

kittens in a basket

Mario and Isabella (Kittens)
Arent kittens great! Im so glad you have both. They are good for each other and good for your spirit too!

 

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Removing Tire Marks from Car's Fender?
An item sold for campers is called Black Streak Remover. I think you can even get it at Wal-Mart near their automotive department where they sell camping related products. I used it on my white car when something got streaked along the side. I think it was...

 

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Painting Wood Paneling?
I have an old house and one wall in each room was paneled with ugly stuff. I just primed it and painted it. If you try to fill it in it will probably come back out in pieces if the wall is hit or from eventual shrinkage. Most people dont even realize the walls...

 

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Keeping Cats Out of My Yard?
Lemon rinds work. However, you would need to cut the rinds into long thing pieces. It would take a lot and need replacing every now and then. Then again, some people have access to a lot of lemons as I have seen requests for what to do with them, so if you...

 

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Does Homemade Laundry Detergent Really Get Clothes Clean?
I have made both powder and liquid. I dont like the powder and found it expensive and difficult to dissolve in cold water. The liquid is very inexpensive to make although I do alternate weeks using it with Arm & Hammer detergent. For very dirty clothes, like...

 

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Is It Safe to Use a Burned Teflon Pan?
Do you mean old fashioned teflon from decades ago or the newer non-stick stuff?

 

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Make Your Own "Perfect" Wedding
I so totally agree with you. So many people want to see a wedding and dont care about the marriage, and I think thats backwards! If a couple has what it takes to stay together it doesnt matter how their wedding looked.

 

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Feed Pumpkin To Your Dogs
It also works if your dog has diarrhea. It is a great stabilizer.

 

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Remedy for Dandruff and Hair Loss?
I tried every shampoo with a different active ingredient, I tried Nizoral, I tried prescription Nizoral, nothing helped until I began using tea tree oil on my scalp. Almost instant success. Some brands have a strong odor, some none at all. The Hollywood brand...

 

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Natural Ways to Freshen Dog's Breath?
Dogs who chew on marrow bones regularly never have bad breath unless they actually have tooth decay. Chewing on marrow bones removes all plaque and tartar and leaves dogs teeth very clean.

 

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How Do I Remove Scuffs on Vinyl Flooring?
And if none of those work, use either Goof Off or like our Grandmothers did, a dab of lighter fluid on a rag. Charcoal lighter fluid works fine.

 

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Is a Self Cleaning Oven Worth the Extra Cost?
Wow, I am surprised by the number of people who said no. I say yes! Even if you dont use your oven a lot. Are you always going to want to scrub with messy cleaners in gloves to your elbows and breathe all those fumes when it does need cleaning? Personally I...

 

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Can I Buy Dishwasher Detergent With Phosphates?
17 states (last I knew) have outlawed phosphates in automatic dishwasher detergent. Depending upon how close you are to a neighboring state, you could check out their stores.

 

2 black and white dogs sitting on a windowsill.

Mia and Triinu (Boston Terriers)
I have a Boston. I love them! They are such happy go lucky clowns! Thanks for posting.

 

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Using Pedi Paws?
Just use a Dremel. Yes the noise will bother the dog unless you distract him properly. Have another person feed him bits of cheese while you do his nails. My dog does not like to be held for this but will take it standing up so that he is standing on 3 legs...

 

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Trouble Viewing Web Pages on a Notebook?
Also without knowing which ideas you tried, you may get duplicates. Check the number in the lower right corner, above the clock. I can change the size of my screen right there.

 

Brillant yellow trees reflecting in pond.

Fall Leaves
So gorgeous and serene. I wish I were there right now instead of where I am at 5 below zero this morning! You have my vote!

 

finished dog booties

Make Dog Booties to Protect Paws from Snow
Oh you are wonderful! I bought booties for my Boston Terrier but they are a tiny bit too small even though I measured properly and I am afraid the next size up will be too big! This is a fabulous idea and I cant wait to try it. Thank you!

 

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I Used Dishwasher Cleaner Instead of Dishwasher Tablets?
Just rewash them. Whatever you use to clean the inside of your dishwasher cant be that harmful to your dishes or you wouldnt be able to use it to clean the thing thats cleaning the dishes!

 

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Stopping Leg Cramps?
Well it looks like you have lots of ideas to try. I didnt read them all, but I as far as I read I didnt see anyone mention Tonic Water because it contains quinine.

 

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Can I Roll a 401K into a Bank Account Without Penalties?
If you are under 59 1/2 there is also a penalty of 10%.

 

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Washing Your Hair With Hard Water?
Try taking a little shampoo and mix in some salt. I have read that this is very helpful as the salt softens hard water.

 

Baby Face (Dog)
I just love it when dogs look like they are smiling like that. And her eyes! They very nearly look human!

 

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Corn Bread Dog Food
Most people dont know what holistic dog food is because the supermarkets dont carry them and last I knew Petsmart only carried one - Blue - which most people have never heard of. True holistic dog foods do not use corn of any kind. Some are grain free, some...

 

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What Causes Bad Breath in Dogs?
If you go to the butcher and get marrow bones for your dog, he will not have bad breath. Chewing on real marrow bones keeps a dogs teeth so clean and tartar free that their breath never smells. If your dog already has tartar build up, chewing on a real bone...

 

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Reusable Bowl Covers
I have been doing this for at least 15 years. I find them at the dollar store too!

 

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Unclogging a Bathroom Sink?
If the stopper in your sink doesnt pull out, you will need to get under the sink and undo what holds it in. Once you get that out you will probably find a lot of hair and gunk.

 

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My Dog Has Bad Breath?
Dogs that chew on real marrow bones rarely have bad breath because their teeth are so clean. Marrow bones are easier and usually less expensive to find in stores that specialize in meats than you will find int he supermarket.

 

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Dishwasher Detergent Turns Aluminum Kitchenware Grey?
You should not be cooking acidic foods in aluminum pots and pans. They are reactive and acidic foods can leach the aluminum into your food. This is why older Italian women will tell you not to stir your sauce with a metal spoon, back then they probably had...

 

Closeup of beautiful grey cat with green eyes.

Queen Jazzy (Maine Coon)
Oh wow is she gorgeous! What is wrong with some people? Pookarina, there is Karma, sometimes it just takes so long that in our short lives we dont realize it.

 

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Primary Insurance When Employed Full Time After Age 65?
Over 65 Medicare is always your primary.

 

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Primary Insurance When Employed Full Time After Age 65?
Also you should sign up for Part B even though you have other insurance. Otherwise when you do stop working, you will not be able to get Part B right away. You will have at least a 6 month waiting time. And if you want to get a Medicare Advantage plan when...

 

Mama Kitty (Cat)
I love her white whiskers and chin. They give her such an eye catching look!

 

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Receiving 401K Benefit Without Contributing?
Your company may have had a plan whereby they contribute a percentage for everybody, and then an additional match percentage if you contributed. After a certain number of years you become vested a little bit each year and the money is yours no matter what. When...

 

Pepper (Calico Cat)

Pepper (Calico Cat)
Now thats funny!

 

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Foods for Healthy Skin?
I have a rash that appears more in the winter. The only thing I do differently in the summer is drink more water. I have begun drinking lots of water (its winter here now) and my skin is improving. The last I read is drink half any many ounces of water as pounds...

 

Nadia (Calico)
That is a great picture! You should caption it.

 

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Using White Vinegar for Dandruff?
I tried every shampoo with a different active ingredient I could find and nothing worked. Now I use Hollywood brand Tea Tree Oil in a hair coloring bottle so that I can apply it to the roots of my hair. Its the only thing that works, and it does work. The Hollywood...

 

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Adjusting Flat Screen TV Display to See Banners at Bottom of Screen?
Besides the remote that came with the TV, my cable box has a remote with a Settings button and there I can change the size of the picture.

 

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Resetting a Car Remote?
My first thought was battery too. Some you can change yourself - they are small flat batteries available in hardware stores, and then others must be done by the dealer.

 

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Removing Odors and Labels from Plastic Spice Bottles?
Any of those ideas will work for the spice odors. For labels I can usually peel off the top layer of the paper, then I soak it in water until I have only glue. A spray with Pam spray and a sit over night will melt the glue right off.

 

Rose Petal (Cat)
Shes gorgeous and I love the name!

 

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Why Do My Clothes Pill Up in the Wash?
Check the labels to see if the most affected pieces of clothing are made with acrylic fibers. I refuse to buy anything with acrylic because just wearing it can cause fuzzballs.

 

Cleaning a Wedding Dress?
Wow! You found that at a thrift store! I dont know how to clean it, but it has to be the most beautiful and unique dress I have seen in a very long time. Best of luck!

 

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Removing Sticky Residue?
If its a container that will hold food again, I wouldnt use a chemical. I have taken the paper part of labels off then spritzed the remaining gook with cooking spray and let sit overnight. The glue sort of melts.

 

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Countertop Color Advice to Coordinate With Cherry Cabinets and Orangish Tile Floor?
Think Southwest and stick to earth tones. My vets office has this same coloring. For a long time they had a particular shade of pale blue that was very complimentary (an earthy light blue, nothing garish) and now they have redone it with a buttery shade of...

 

Cat embracing stuffed toy

Leo (Cat)
That is the most adorable picture!

 

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Training a 2 Month Old Puppy?
No two month old puppy obeys! You need to teach your puppy that you are the leader. It is a process, not an event. Keep lessons short, only a minute or two in the beginning, puppies have very short attention spans. It will take several more months but if you...

 

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Transitioning Puppy from Potty Pads to Outside?
Thats why I dont like pee pads - you have to house train your dog twice. You might try bringing the pads outside. But you will have to bring her out every 45 minutes or so to give her the opportunity to go, if she doesnt already let you know she has to go.

 

Bobbie (Tabby)

Bobbie (Tabby)
Did you realize your Bobby is at least a great part Maine Coon? Tabby refers to the markings, not the breed. I dont thinks hes pure Maine Coon because of the ears. Maine Coons come in all different coat patterns, this one being quite common. You didnt say, but...

 

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Planning a Wedding Reception for $1500?
There is no rule that you have to feed people a complete meal. Ive been to a wedding that only served hors doeuvres and wedding cake. I was also at a wedding that served an incredible variety of desserts. Just let people know what to expect - your guests will...

 

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Using Expired Coupons
Bed Bath & Beyond takes their own coupons no matter how old.

 

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Cleaning Urine Off a Couch?
Natures Miracle for pet odors may work. They also make a solution for use in doing laundry. I know they have a web-site. It would be worth looking up to see if they have an upholstery cleaner.

 

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Angel Feather Christmas Poem
Im doing this one! Thank you.

 

Chocolate Lab mix on bed.

Bella (Chocolate Lab - Dalmatian)
She is obviously a lady!

 

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Getting Free Empty Shoe Boxes?
I am one of those people who often take just the shoes, leave the box at the store. Since someone else mentioned this, I would start checking with shoe stores. In some malls that could be a real jackpot! Or try at outlet stores.

 

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Cleaning Copper Pots and Pans?
Having them bright and coppery sure does look nice, but it doesnt affect their performance. I gave up after a while when I decided that surely other things were more important!

 

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Guinea Pig is Rejecting One of Babies?
Thats right, a guinea pig baby can eat real food right away, although they do nurse for a while as well. You can also offer it a tiny bit of bread soaked in milk. You should also know that a female guinea pig can get pregnant again within a day of giving birth...

 

Woman in driveway with dog.

Use Dog Food as Treat
Using dog food as a treat might be okay, but when you are training a dog, you really need to use something extra special that they dont get as all the time as their meal. You need to have their attention and have something they really really want.

 

Red Cardinals in the Snow

Wildlife: Red Cardinals in the Snow
I dont see too many cardinals where I live, but when I do, I always consider them a sign of good luck! You should use this photo to make your own Christmas cards, its a perfect picture.

 

Maxx and Charlie (Cats)
Thata a cool picture. At first I didnt see two cats and then its hard to see where one leaves off and the other begins!

 

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Keep Baby Socks Together in the Wash
I use lingerie bags for everything, but I have to tell you your baby put a smile on my face! How cute!

 

Fluffalove

Fluffalove (Cat)
I love her name! Shes beautiful.

 

Luke (Chihuahua)
What an adorable face! His eyes are almost human.

 

How Do I Keep My Dog From Eating Plastic and Shrubbery?
It probably has more to do with the texture of what she is chewing than the taste. Try a variety of different chew toys. When you find a type she really likes, get several and change them out every three days or so. My dog wont chew on anything plastic but...

 

Reddish brown tabby cat with blue eyes.

Simone (Siamese Mix)
She knew where to go for help! Gorgeous eyes.

 

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How Do I Keep the Shower Curtain From Blowing in and Sticking to Me?
Besides needing a weighted curtain, or anchoring it to the sides in some way as others have said, understand that you are creating a basic weather pattern in your shower. All that hot air and humidity is rising and has to be replaced with air from the bottom...

 

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Paint Color Advice for Trim and Floors in Kitchen with Sage Walls, Oak Cabinets and Wood Ceiling?
Yes white would look good. I have a room with sage green walls and just very slightly off-white trim. The paint color is celadon (it looks sage to me) from Home Depot and the trim is cottage white if you wanted to compare.

 

Close-up of Poole the Cat

Poole (Shorthair Cat)
Oh what beautfiul eyes!

 

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K Cup Holder Ideas?
I bought the Breville one that Mrs. Story did too, also at Bed Bath and Beyond with their coupons. By the time you find an alternative that works, you will probably spend the same amount of money that you would have for the item that was meant to be used. If...

 

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Warning About Dryer Sheets And Pets
Thank you for saying that so well. I think the same thing everytime I read one of those posts but could not have said it nearly as well.

 

Getting Rid of a Dog's Bad Breath?
Giving your dog marrow bones to chew will clean his teeth more effectively than you brushing them. If his breath is bad its because his teeth are dirty. Chewing on marrow bones will even remove tartar. You should make sure he has no bad teeth that actually...

 

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Uses for Old Pillow Cases
I put a zipper on the open end, and with an old pillow I have the perfect size dog beg for a small crate thats easily washed.

 

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Is It Safe to Add Yeast to a Septic System?
Yeast is much better than Ridex. The man who pumps my septic tank every other year says Ridex often just ends up solidified in the bottom of the tank. Make a septic tank cocktail with yeast and sugar and flush it down!

 

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Product Review: Keurig Elite B-40 Coffee Maker
You can buy K-cups much less expensively at greenmountaincoffee.com or at coffeewiz.com. If you buy 4 boxes of 24 at a time from Green Mountain you get $2 off the box and there is no shipping. And after four or five orders you get an additional discount. Coffeewiz...

 

A mama squirrel looking for some food.

Hungry Mama Squirrel
Thank you for making me smile first thing this morning!

 

Little girl dressed as a chicken sitting on the front porch.

Halloween Costume: Chicken
You did a great job! Im sure she brought smiles to everyone who saw her. I know I smiled!

 

Fiona (Angora)
She is beautiful. I can actually see how soft and plush her fur must be. Simply gorgeous.

 

Scenery: Sunset (Myrtle Beach, SC)
I dont think I can come up with words to say how incredible those pictures are. Thank you so much for sharing!

 

Cure for Bad Dog Breath?
Marrow Bones. Dogs love them and chewing on them keeps their teeth cleaner than you can. Cleaner teeth means better breath. But only give your dog the large marrow bones. Never give your dog bones from poultry or pork or any small beef bone.

 

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White Vinegar Instead of Jet-Dry?
I have a KitchenAide stainless dishwasher. I always use vinegar as the rinse agent and I have had this workhorse for 10 years now.

 

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Getting Rid of Weevils?
And if you have them running through your cabinetry now, look up how to get rid of kitchen weevils on e-how.com. Thats how I got rid of mine. It took 3 weeks of diligent and daily work, but I did it! And store flour in the freezer, especially if you dont use...

 

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Treatment for Worn Out Knees?
I am sure a lot depends upon why your knees are worn out and what part is worn out? While there are products that can help make joints more comfortable, if your cartilage is torn or worn away, they are not going to help.

 

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Reviews of Pet Calming Aids: Rescue Remedy, Comfort Zone, Etc.
I used Rescue Remedy when bringing my puppy to puppy classes. He would get so excited that he would do nothing but pull on the leash and it was exhausting to me by the end of the session. I began feeding him some soft food with a dropper of Rescue Remedy mixed...

 

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Advice for Choosing a Dog Breed?
Dogbreedinfo.com is a great web-site to check out different types of dogs. You can look them up alphabeticlally or by type. Not all small dogs are yappers. I have a Boston Terrier. They tend to be quiet, only barking when someone comes to the door. He doesnt...

 

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Grapefruit For A Cold
I cant say that I am looking forward to my next cold to try this, but I am bookmarking it! It has to be healthier than taking cold medicine.

 

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Helping a Child Eat More Healthy Food?
Lisa is right about offering a food over and over again. Just put a sprig of broccoli, or whatever, on the dinner plate every night and dont even mention it. Eventually if the child doesnt feel he/she is fighting with you about it (no one likes to lose) they...

 

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Looking for Large Easy to Clean Litterbox?
I use a plastic 30 gallon rectangular tote box, without the lid, and a U shape cut out of one end. Its tall, and large enough for my Maine Coon who is 44 inches from nose to tail.

 

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Reuse Foil Box For Leftover Wrapping Paper
Oh so obvious, but how many of us thought of it! My scraps all end up folded, flattened, and creased in my big box of wrap. Thank you!

 

black & white kitten

In Memory of Belladonna
That is a fabulous picture. I am sorry that you have lost her. But you will keep her memory safe, I can tell.

 

Gidget (Domestic Short Hair)

Gidget (Domestic Short Hair)
She has got the best markings! Thanks for sharing her picture.

 

Gwen (Cat)
By the look in her eyes she was about to start some mischief!

 

Romeo (Cat)
I love the name! I always thought I should have named my cat Valentine Romeow instead! Maybe its corny, but my sense of whimsy keeps me going!

 

Rainbow

Rainbow (Dutch Harbor, AK)
Great shot, thank you.

 

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Can I Regularly Use Yeast in My Septic Tanks?
Most septic people dont recommend Ridex. I have been told it solidifies like a brick in the tank. Regular yeast works best. I dissolve some up with a touch of sugar to get it going and wash it down the drain.

 

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Removing Mildew from a Tent?
Go to an RV store and buy the product they sell for cleaning camper canvases.

 

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Twin Mattress for Large Dogs
A friend of mine buys crib mattresses at garage sales for her big dogs. Their covering is washable since they need to be waterproof. But a twin for two big dogs to share is a great idea too.

 

Mountain lake.

Scenery: Lake at Granite Trailhead (Cottonwood...
Just looking at the picture I can imagine the quiet and serenity. Very nice.

 

Jaguar face paint.

Costume: Jaguar Face Paint
I love it! He looks so happy he brought a big smile to my face too!

 

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Stopping Junk Mail?
I think it is catalogchoice.com There have been several posts about this before. I have gone to the web-site and got myself off a lot of mailing lists. Sometimes it takes a while because a lot of these places have their mailings set up in advance, but it does...

 

Bud and Bo (Dogs)
How much fun! So happy. So great!

 

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Will Feeding My Cat Yogurt Help With Yeast Infection in the Ears?
I believe you want to actually swab the ears with the yogurt. It might help if she eats it too, but actually applying it will work much faster. Just swab it in though, dont spoon it in!

 

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Buying Replacement Cleaning Pads for Shark Floor Steamer?
Bed Bath and Beyond online will have them.

 

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Use Sugar and Borax for Ants?
ONE ant DRANK it all? I dont know why but that made me laugh. Im sorry I cant help but thanks for the smile and you seem to have a good sense of humor yourself.

 

Grey and white cat in garden.

Zoe (Maine Coon)
I too have a Maine Coon. His name is Lurch. I always thought he was just a quiet purrer. I thought being such a large cat he would really belt it out! Now I suspect its part of the breed. Maine Coons are gentle giants. Thank you for posting her beautiful picture...

 

Zeke (Dog)
Thats a great picture!

 

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Removing Incontinence Odor?
Natures Miracle which is used to remove pet urine odors should work. Its expensive but it works. Available in pet supply stores in various sized bottles and can be used on all sorts of materials. Its enzyme based so it doesnt rely on covering up the odor but...

 

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Tiny Hard Shelled Bugs on Kitchen Countertops?
If after you have checked every grain type of product in your cabinets you determine that these are weevils, then I suggest you check out e-how.com for getting rid of them. That is what helped me when I had them. After removing everything from my cabinets and...

 

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Repairing a Cracked Ceramic Pasta Dish?
Yes! Boil it in whole milk for around 45 minutes. I learned this on Thriftyfun a few years ago - if you look there is another post. I tried it and to my amazement it works!

 

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Cleaning a Microwave Over the Stove?
I used to use a butter knife with a rag over it. Then, after nine years I accidentally discovered that the whole vent part can be snapped off, like the grill at the bottom of a refrigerator. See if yours can be taken off. Then you can spray it down and clean...

 

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How to Tell if Your Dog is Purebred
Any vet will tell you that this is not true.

 

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Painting a Kitchen with Blue Countertops?
In one of the archived posts you might find the person who recommended a bright light green. At first this might seem odd, but I have seen it in pictures and it is very refreshing. Of course, you have to consider the type of home you have and your personal...

 

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Puppy Will Not Poop Or Pee in Outdoor Run?
Dogs do not want to do their business where they will be stepping in it later. Even if you pick one spot in the yard, you will wear it out eventually until the weather has removed the lingering odors and residue. Also, many puppies are accustomed to going on...

 

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Kitten Trying to Nurse on Owner's Arm?
Your kitten will outgrow this. Right now hes looking for his mothers comfort. Do not force him away! When he begins to hurt you, gently redirect his energy to something else, like a stuffed animal.

 

What Breed is My Dog?
Mmmm, possibly some Pit Bull, but has the marking of a Boston Terrier. Pit Bulls are a terrier of sorts. This dog obviously has something larger than a Boston in the mix. Look up Bostons and you will see the resemblance in the markings. The fur color is called...

 

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Correct Way to Note Payee on Money Order?
Depending upon how the check will be cashed it can either make make a difference or none at all. If it is batched with other checks for deposit, the payee wont even be looked at. If deposited through a remote deposit system as a lot of businesses do now, it...

 

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Removing Shampoo Buildup on the Bottom of Bath Tub?
Are you sure it is not bar soap residue? Usually it is shampoo that is used to get bar soap yuck off the tub.

 

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Will Bathing a Dog With Dawn Help With Dry Skin?
We had a dog once with terribly dry skin and dandruff. The vet had us bathing him with a special shampoo. It did no good however because the problem, we found out much later, was that he had diabetes. Veterinary care has come a long way in the last 25 years...

 

A close up of a jaguar.

Jaguar (Stone Zoo, Stoneham, MA)
Oh my gosh what a fantastic picture!

 

In Memory of Rusty (Sheltie)

In Memory of Rusty (Sheltie)
Rusty was a very handsome boy with a very thoughtful look in his eyes.

 

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Remedies for Excessive Sweating and Underarm Odor?
I told a friend about Certain Dri and she is forever in my debt! She had tried clinical strength deodorants without luck. Available without a prescription in pharmacy stores where regular deodorant is sold.

 

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Storage Drawer on Stove Wedged Shut?
If you are resigned to losing the glass dish, try using a screwdriver as a chisel. Pound the handle end of the screwdriver with a hammer. Those glass dishes are usually pretty tough though.

 

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What are the Differences Between Standard and Miniature Dachshunds?
Go to www.dogbreedinfo.com and click on All Breeds, then find dachshunds. They say there are three varieties based on hair type and two sizes. They dont list any differences in temperament. This is a great web site for when you are just starting to research...

 

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Laundered Towels Smell Like Cat Urine When Used?
How many times are they used before they are washed? Do they dry well inbetween? I noticed a funky smell on some of my towels once and started washing them more often. That worked.

 

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Doggie Ice Cream
I know you posted this a long time ago, but I was printing off the recipe for a friend and thought Id let you know how much my dog and my sisters dogs love this stuff!

 

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Finding the Correct Sized Organizer Bin to Use as a Cat Box?
I use very large totes, 21 gallons I think they are. I use them because I have a Maine Coon and no commercial litter box was big enough or high enough to contain the litter. My husband cut a U shaped opening on one end with a saws-all. I went over the edges...

 

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How Do I Dye Velvet Drapes?
I did this once, about 20 years ago. They were light blue and I dyed them royal blue. At home. In the washer with RIT dye. No problem. Just run bleach and old towels through the washer after. they didnt shrink and I used them for years. If they dont shrink...

 

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Litter Box Odor?
Clumping litter yes, as everyone has mentioned. Brands are up to you, and to some extent, your cat. The urine of different cats will react and smell differently with different litters. So the brand that works for one may not be the best for someone else. My...

 

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How Do I Adjust My Monitor's Screen Size?
Lots of times the active window does not open up full size. Thats so you can have multiple windows open to use information in each. Just double click the title bar and it will be full size.

 

Scenery: Slovenia
Great colors, great contrast, great view. Frame this one!

 

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Jazz Up Inexpensive Items
I did this with a $10 sweater. It has elbow length sleeves. I sewed 3 bright buttons to the bottom of each sleeve and now it looks like it cost a lot more. I receive a lot of compliments on it.

 

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Uses for Newspaper Plastic Bags
I use them for dog poop bags - as long as they have no holes! The larger ones I use to share produce such as carrots with their tops and rhubarb. I also bring them camping to put dirty footwear in during travel and for in suitcases.

 

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Reviews of Temperpedic Mattresses?
I know someone with a Temperpedic and someone with a Sleep Number bed. The person with the Temperpedic says it is like sleeping on a $2,000 slab. The people with the Sleep Number love their bed. I know I have seen advertising from places that will actually...

 

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Bleaching Colored Clothing White?
You will probably only lighten it, never make it truly white.

 

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Cleaning Cushion Covers in a Pop Up Camper?
Absolutely. I bought my camper used and wanted to be sure all the dirt in it was my own. I first just tried washing one small cover. I recommend line drying though. They may shrink a tad and the dryer would certainly make it worse. It was tough wrestling them...

 

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Training Leash for Puppy
Can you please give me some advice on how to get a puppy to walk with a collar and leash? I understand that the collar and leash feels awkward to him, and I dont want to pull him, but what do I do when he just sits down and wont walk? I have tried Cesar Millans...

 

Foxy (Kitten)

Foxy (Kitten)
Love that color!

 

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Make Your Mattress Last Longer
You know I just said the same thing to my husband last weekend. My mattress is guaranteed not to sag for 20 years! Also if you use a mattress cover / pad and wash it regularly your mattress will remain clean. Regular vacuuming doesnt hurt either. Here we are...

 

Dark brown or black dog with white on chest and nose.

What Breed is My Dog?
I am so surprised no one has figured this out! He is so obviously part Boston Terrier by his markings! Look them up and you will see his markings are almost perfect by the breed standard. His size and floppy ears indicate that he is mixed with something else...

 

Stoney (Cat)
When I was a kid we had a cat who taught himself to use the toilet too! Sometimes they are truly amazing.

 

What Breed is My Puppy?
Based on that picture alone? Id say he was part stuffed animal. Sorry, thats the best I can do! Hes adorable.

 

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Caring For and Training a Blind Cat?
Where in NY are you? A friend of mine had to take her dog who was going blind to Cornell to be properly diagnosed. The dog had such a rare disease that her regular vet never would have figured it out.

 

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