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Monster (Pit Bull)

Monster (Pit Bull)
OMG What a cutie! Ditch that choke chain and only use it when you are walking him. Use a nice grow collar for now.

 

Gentle Benjamin (Chow - Retriever Mix)

In Memory of Gentle Benjamin (Chow -...
I know how you feel my dog Bouncer also was put down at 18. I stayed with him though it too. I didnt want him to be scared. He was deaf and blind and I couldnt bear him dying alone in a strange place and people he didnt know. I still remember it like it was...

 

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Dog With an Ear Infection?
I have my dog on all nautural plain yourt. It has kept her ears from infections now for over a year. I spoon 4 level tablespoons on her food every morning. The yeast is inmune related. The yourt builds up the inmune system.This does not work overnight. It takes...

 

Ricco (Yorkshire Terrier)

Ricco (Yorkshire Terrier)
Looks like he is having a bad hair day. But then we all have one now and again. Very Cute!

 

water free toliet

Remove Water When Cleaning Toilet
Just turn the shut off valve next to the toilet off and flush. No water in toilet bowl and then you can clean. Turn it back on and the bowl fills back up and flush. How simple and fast was that?

 

Keeping Cats Off Counters

Keeping Cats Off Counter Tops?
I dont think you are making enough or the right kind of noise for these guys. Try leaving out a metal cookie sheet and every time you see one of them on the counter. Pick it up and bang it on the counter and then letting it go to drop on the floor. It should...

 

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Hooking Your Purse to the Cart
I always keep mine on my shoulder no matter where I shop. I never stick it in the cart. dont want to chase some down. I buy purses that have straps long enough to fit over my shoulder.

 

Ace (Himalayan)
Gave me a good laugh to see Ace sitting like that. He must be part human (not the fur part) sitting in the chair.

 

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Hibbi Scrub for Mange
Yeah! Second that.

 

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Car Mats for Transporting Glass
Thats using your noggin in a pinch! We just never know how well our brain works until we need something we dont have in a hurry.

 

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Clean Toilet with Bleach
The spray top only works one or twice unless you clean it after every use and then may not work again. The bleach destroys something in the sprayer. You can pump and pump but nothing comes out.

 

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Storm clouds.

Clouds (Arizona)
I like the first picture very much. It is beautiful and eerie at the same time. It will look lovely wherever you hang it. Thanx for sharing!

 

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My Finch Has Laid Some Eggs?
If they are not fertilized they wont hatch. Just cause you have male and female birds doesnt mean that these eggs are fertilized. Female birds can lay eggs even without a male present. I had a cockatiel that used to lay eggs with no male bird present. This...

 

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Lifeline Discount for Low-Income Telephone Customers
You dont have to be on food stamps to qualify although this does heip. Just have to fall in the low income or poverty bracket as it is called. This depends on how many people you have in your family and how much income you receive all together. This does work...

 

Training a Dog That Was Abused?
Just patience and a lot of time, always works. Never give up. She will come around slowly. It think too many people give up and discard problem dogs. I also have an abused dog and it took a good year to get him retrained from his bad habits.

 

What Breed is My Dog?
Looks like one of a kind special dog to me.

 

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Banana Mutt Cookies
Are these cookies for me or for my dogs? Cause we would fight over who would get these! :)

 

Boxer Biting Toy

Training a Puppy Not to Bite?
My suggestion does take a little longer but it also works. I used this in the past. Say STOP! No bite every time they nip or bite and say it with a a growl and a mean look . It does get boring repeating it over and over but it does work. It takes a week. Also...

 

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Crate Training a Puppy?
No, crating is acceptable. It is not a form of punishment. You put babies into a crib to keep them safe? This is to keep your dog or puppies safe when you are gone. It makes housebreaking faster and easier. I have crated all of my dogs when they were puppies...

 

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Car Alarm Goes Off for No Apparent Reason?
I would have it disconneted. It is an older car and not worth stealing any more. The cost might not be worth it to have it repaired or replaced.

 

Cat Kibble as Dog Training Treats
Dry cat food is a no no for dogs. It has a lot of other things in it that do not agree with most dogs. Can make dogs ill and they can die from it if given too much. On the other hand dry dog food is also bad for the kitties, If they eat it on a regular basis...

 

A black and yellow argiope spider.

Black and Yellow Argiope (Garden Spider)
Great pic! I love looking at the different types of webs that spiders make, Spider silk is the strongest thread in the world. This includes man made materials. Just a little trivia.

 

Super Glue For Minor Cuts

Super Glue For Minor Cuts
I did the same about a year ago to my boxer mix who had her ear spilt. No matter where on the ear it always bleeds alot and is hard to stop. Then there is the head shaking and the blood goes everywhere especially up on the walls. The only problem is that the...

 

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Intense Sunset and My Cat
Wonderful shot! Once in a lifetime shot to have lighting and everything else just right. It is a great picture to have and to remember the day by. I know that you treasure this beautiful picture of your lovely cat.

 

Scenery: Oakum Creek at Munden Point Park (Virginia Beach, VA)
Very calming and beautiful. I could take a nap on the banks.

 

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Keeping Track of Bill Due Dates
I think that most people dont write checks or mail their bills out any more. Kind of old fashion. I do everything on the computer now. It keeps track of everything for me and reminds me too. No stamps to buy.

 

Bailey Grace (Lab Mix)
Beautiful color.Yeah! Lab is the energy part of the dog. You have two more years or so untill that part calms down. Enjoy! That all you can do anyway.

 

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Use Old Linens for Pets
I use my old towels in the kennel for my Mini Pini to sleep on. He loves to rearrange the towel for his comfort. I change the towel out every 5 days or so because they can get a doggy odor. This changing out tends to keep everything fresher including him. It...

 

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Keeping an Outside Dog Warm?
Ditto! To all below. That dog is not an outside dog. Maybe if enough people say so, it must be true and it is. The dog can get easily frostbitten in the climate where you live. Keep it indoors at least on the cold nights

 

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Memorizing Site Passwords
I agree with Suntydt I use almost the same method and it works out for me. For those important sites like banking or any site money is involved my password then is different and complex. I only have to remember four. Mine are not written down either.

 

Red cabbage with apples.

A German-American Thanksgiving
Im glad you shared your recipe. I have never thought about putting cloves into it. I did forget to add a chopped onion in the red cabbage recipe but it doesnt really change the flavor that much. My son made it a couple for years ago for a friends- get-together...

 

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Re-Key Lock Rather Than Replacing Knob
When buying a house, sometimes you get several locks with different keys for each. Such as front door backdoor garage and so on. I found this to be annoying. I have always taken my locks in to be re-keyed to one key. The cost is very reasonable compared to...

 

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Oma's Red Cabbage
Thank you. I did forget to add a chopped onion to the recipe but it would be just as good without it too. I guess I had a senior moment when I submitted the recipe. LOL

 

Spike (Little Corella Cockatoo)
What a wonderful story. You became friends first. Sounds like a love story. Lol. I think it made him even more special the way you got him as a surprise gift. I know you will have many happy years together.

 

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"PayPall" Phishing Warning
I have also gotten of lot of e-mails wanting me to check my account for various reasons. The address often does not have my e-mail address but says to undisclosed recipients. This is the tip off Undisclosed Recipients. I never open those e-mails. Those are...

 

cookies in a bag

Selling Homemade Cookies?
Im putting thumbs up on Sweet Sacks. That got my vote.

 

Tybee (Shepherd Mix)
Those markings are Husky no doubt.

 

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When Should My Puppy Have Access to Water While Housetraining?
I take up the water at night and return it after I have taken the pup outside first thing in the morning. Access all day to water, none at night. Do this for a couple of months until you think the dog can hold it. The older the puppy the longer the are able...

 

Is This Flower Poisonous to Dogs?
That is a dwarf mexican petunia. I have several also. They come in different heights and variaties

 

closeup of Grey Parrot holding a stick

Milo (Timneh African Grey Parrot)
You have a happy bird! Have many happy years together.

 

What Breed is My Dog?
Yes Siberian Husky!

 

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Shih Tzu Breathing Problems?
Is your dog overweight? If so, that causes breathing problems and she need to go on a diet and the breathing problems will go away. If this is not the case then you need to take her to the Vet. It could be something serious. Better to have it checked out.

 

Garden: Unusual Carrots
Underground lovers. Lol. Couldnt help myself using the pun.

 

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Store Vacation Memory Card Away From Camera
I dont know what type of camera you had but I always carry a big bag that goes under the seat and in it I have my purse and other things including my camera. The whole thing goes on the conveyor belt through the checkpoint. Never had a problem. I would be more...

 

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Rawhide Safety for Dogs and Puppies
I have 2 large dogs so I have large rawhides and they have never had a problem with with the soften hides. My Mini Pin therefore also carries around a rawhide that is as big as he is. It is true with little dogs you tend to buy small rawhides and then they...

 

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Store Remotes Face Down
I just tried that and it does work. Usually my dog picks up the remote from the floor and gives it to me. Im lazy that way. Maybe it will have less teeth marks this way. Thanks for the tip. Dog will have to learn new trick. LOL

 

green and yellow gourds

Garden: Gourds
They are allright. It was a good learning experience and you enjoyed it. That is what counts. Next year you will change some things. Everyone has to start somewhere. Maybe start some seeds indoors and get a longer gowing season. But whatever you do happy gardening...

 

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Keeping Animals from Eating Pumpkin Decorations?
Might try spraying them with what I used to use on things I didnt want my dog or cat to chew on. I think it is called Bitter Apple and they make other products similar with different names. They sell at pet stores or Walmart. It is made to make the object taste...

 

Two baby chicks.

Phoenix and Fluffy (Chicks)
What a cute story. Hope you get some eggs. They are wonderful when fresh nothing like what you get in the store. Take care of those special chicks. Best wishes.

 

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Keep Dog from Pulling on Leash
Yes every dog should learn to heel. This is the proper way to walk your dog. You should walk your dog not the dog walking you. At a heel you do have much greater control of your pet if you pass another person or dog. This is a good advise and a dog is never...

 

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Training Pomeranians?
I think that they were not housebroken very well. That means they know what they are suppose to do but get lazy and probably have always gotten away with that. Keeping them confined is best. With two of them you might not always know which one did the deed...

 

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Ester C for Joint Pain in Dogs
Thank you for the info. I am going to try this. My 11 year old Rotti/blue heeler also has hip problems and arthritis. I dont want to put her on Previcox for the same reasons as yours. I have tried glucosamine and chondroitin but this didnt work for her. It...

 

Hire Someone to Care for Pets While you Work
I agree about getting a pet sitter if you are too busy at work to take care of your pet properly. Some one to look in and give some excerise and follow through with housebreaking a new dog or puppy can relieve stress and anxiety in any dog. Usually a good walk...

 

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Are Crape Myrtles Deciduous?
Yes, and make sure you prune them late winter/early spring.

 

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Advice for Choosing a Dog Breed?
Most little dogs are yappers. A true barkless dog is a breed called a Basenji. The African bush dog. It is a small short haired dog with a curly tail. It think it is quite cute. You can look it up on line and get more details. I thought you should have a barkless...

 

Photo of a woman holding a huge cabbage.

Garden: Giant Cabbage
That is a beauty! I wonder how many cabbage rolls you get out of that? LOL.

 

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Dog Gets Car Sick?
Yes, keep her in a dog carrier when you have to take her anywhere in the car. This might keep her calm and less likely to vomit or get ill.

 

Gemmah and Thor (Australian Shepherd/Blue Heeler)

Gemmah and Thor (Australian Shepherd/Blue Heeler)
I find the any dog mixed with Blue Heeler is very very smart dog. I think you will be very happy with what you can teach them and be surprised at how fast that they learn it. Good Luck and Good Training!

 

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Improving the Juice Content of Citrus Fruit?
I dont know how much it rains where you live in India.The juice and sweetness depends on how much water they receive. Hope this helps.

 

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Wedding Centerpieces Using Live Fish in Lighted Bowls?
I am thinking that she is going put a bowl with a fish and a floating candle on each table? In that case. Does sound great to start but the candle will heat up the water and the fish will cook a little and well you get my drift.

 

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Smash Nuts for Baking
Dont have a rolling pin? Put nuts in ziplock bag and use a can of soup or any weighted can. Works just as good.

 

Keeping a White Rock Garden Clean?
Cover it with plastic. You can buy it on rolls.Keep with down with short stakes or put rocks on the corners.If it doesnt get wet nothing should grow on it. Take it up when you think the time is right.

 

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Intentionally Shrinking Jeans?
Jeans usually shrink in length and very little in the waistband. The waist band has to be removed and cut down and so do the jeans. You would be cheaper off buying new cute jeans.

 

What Breed is My Dog?
Boxer markings?

 

Rock Fireplace with a recliner in front

Updating on Old Rock Fireplace?
It think it looks modern the way it is!! You could stucco it. It is easy. But I think changing out all the old fireplace hardware to a more modern hardware might just give you the look you want.

 

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Removing Skunk Smell from Couch?
I have no ideas! But my condolences. Hope you find something that works. Good luck and best wishes.

 

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Do I Use a Preservative in Homemade Dog Biscuits?
The whole point of making homemade biscuits is not to use preservatives. It is healthier that way. My two daughters own a dog bandana business and they go to fairs and dog walks. They also sell a lot of homemade dog biscuits at these events. My daughter keeps...

 

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Rinse Bacon with Cold Water Before Cooking
I agree with Bama Jypsy1 100%. You go girl!

 

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Store Vanilla Beans in Alcohol
I guess I never thought of the beans drying out. I use my right away. I have heard of storing them in alcohol but I thought it was just for making vanilla extract. Glad to know it serves a duel purpose. Might just give it a try. Thanks for sharing.

 

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Can I Freeze Canned Whipped Cream?
I have a can of real whipped cream in the fridge and mine does not have an expiration date. Just a best used by which is not the same thing as a expiration date. Mine says 7/21/10. Yeah I know that is old but I just tried it and it was perfectly fine in every...

 

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Orajel for Ingrown Toenail Pain
Great useful tip idea!

 

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Travel: Carhenge
Loved the picture. I had to look twice, thought it was surreal. Thanks.

 

Garden: Pineapple
Wow! That is truly cool. Now you have to wait another 6 months for the pineapple. You have plant patience. Congrats!

 

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Scratch and Dent Appliance Stores?
Two years ago I was looking for a new dishwasher. I wanted a good middle of the road price and brand but didnt have a budget for what I really wanted. My first stop was the Scratch and Dent Appliance store. I found that the warranties were the same as the other...

 

Romeo (Cockatiel)

Romeo (Cockatiel)
I had a yellow Cockatiel for many years untill she died.We think from a heart attack. I bought her as a boy and named him Charley. Five years after I had him, she laid an egg. I called the Vet to ask how a female bird could lay an egg without a male bird around...

 

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Calculating Child Support?
Only he has to pay for his children and not anyone else even if your are married. It is based on his wages alone doesnt matter what state you live in. If he fails to pay court appointed child support and files income tax. Yes it could be garnished and given...

 

Tazz in camo jacket.

Tazz (Chihuahua -Miniature Pincher)
Cute! He looks like a furry Mini Pin.

 

What Breed is My Dog?
Lab/Boxer mixer?

 

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Burnt Stain on a Ceramic Stove?
If it is just burnt on a Mr Clean eraser works really well. You would have to use some elbow grease and clean it several times. The eraser has always gotten burnt food off my flat top stove when other things havent worked.

 

Raising an Abused Neglected Puppy?
The dog was too young to know it was neglected. As long as you are treating the dog with love and kindness now, there should be no lasting effects

 

Merlin at the window.

Merlin (Maine Coon Mix)
When some cats are lost or need to find a home they seems to know just where to find the right one. I guess it must be ESP.

 

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Use Soda Tab Tops to Hang Items
E-6000 is an industrial strength adhesive. You can find it at craft stores and sometimes at Walmart. I just hung a spoon rest in my kitchen with a tab top and E-6000 on it. Very Strong stuff.

 

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Refinishing Wood Furniture?
I stripped my banister a few years ago and used a stripper I got from Home Depot. It worked great came off the first use. I know that the non toxic doesnt always work well. But do you want to spend hours or get it off the first time. Good Luck.

 

Scenery: Trip to Yosemite
Nice, looks like a painting.

 

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Repairing Slate Steps?
Go to a home improvement store and buy a clear sealer. There are several to choose. But any any sealer made to seal concrete will do. You can apply it it with a roller.

 

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Baby Won't Drink Formula?
Soy Milk is a good alternative. Babies with allergies are put on soy formula.

 

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Frozen Grapes for a Sweet Treat
Yes I used to do this when my children were small. Big bunches of grapes dont last long on the counter after they are bought. I would leave half out for them to eat and freeze the rest for them to eat later. They did love frozen grapes.

 

Older dog lying on blanket.

Homeopathic Care for Aged Animals
Careful Glucosamine chondroitin doesnt work on all dogs and or all humans. It does take about 6-8 weeks to work. Out of my two dogs it only worked on one. And yes you can tell the difference. They do get a little more spry. I do recommend a egg crate or bed...

 

Garden: Queen of the Night
Love your plant! I voted for you. I would also like to try to grow your plant. Would it grow in southern TX? I would be glad to pay for the postage. I have two different types of Angel Trumpets and they also only bloom at night. They are very fragrant too.

 

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Growing Cantaloupes?
Leave the flowers alone. It has to bloom and when the bees have pollenated the flowers they later fall off and the fruit grows on that stem.

 

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Growing a Mango Tree?
Yes, It will take 3 years for you for get fruit.

 

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Assistance for Low Income Senior With Denture Expenses?
I am lucky to have a local dental school. It does take longer to have anything done but you cant fault the price. Check to see if you one one nearby or 50 miles away still would be alright for what you would be saving on the cost of dentures.

 

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Plantable Wedding Invitations
Wonderful idea! Kudos to you. Please do share how you made this paper in a future tip. Congrats and best wishes.

 

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Put Pictures Under Plastic on Table at Parties
Great idea to get a party going!! It would also be good for a Birthday Party. Maybe having pictures of a past(s) birthday parties of the guest of honor. Also at wedding having the bride and grooms pictures of them growing up. Put different ones on all of the...

 

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Dogs Abandoned at Boarding Kennel?
You should have made these people pay a large deposit up front since they have done this before. I doubt they would have used your boardng kennel again in that case.

 

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Getting Rid of Bedbugs?
I know of only two ways that will get rid of them. 1. Heat the room super hot to kill them or 2. Freeze the room to kill them. Either one usally requires Professional extermination.

 

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Kidney Stone Diet?
This is from someone (me) who has had a kidney stone. Your diet is drink lots of water and then drink more water. Avoid a kidney stone by flushing your kidneys with lots of fluids daily.

 

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Can't Reset GFCI Outlet?
Its not fixable. It s blown and needs replacing.

 

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Use Mr. Clean Magic Eraser to Remove Paint Transfer
I love that eraser and use it all the time. I use it mostly on my glass stove top but had not thought of using it on the car finish. Thanks for the tip. I will try this out on a scrape I received in a parking lot. Too bad it doesnt work on the dents. LOL

 

Calabash for Dog Mange
Nice looking dog. I see a lot of doberman in her. Im partial to Dobies. They make fantastic pets.

 

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Use Iron Out to Clean Toilet Bowl
Ditto! Im with castleberrycc. Never heard or seen it anywhere.

 

Make Container Covers from Old Socks

Make Container Covers from Old Socks
You are a wonderful mom. To think of and make a little something to for your college child to take with her

 

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Cleaning Different Stains from Pillow Top Mattress
Never heard of Spray Nine. New perfume or after shave?

 

Large brown dog with black muzzle.

What Breed is My Dog?
Looks like Pit Bull/ Boxer and a little of something else.

 

Cleaning a Painted Door?
Try formula 409. I use it to clean my pantry door. Fingerprints do seem to leave a greasy film and the 409 cuts right through it.

 

RJ (Chihuahua Mix)
I just love a good love story.

 

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Woven Place Mats as Wall Art
Yes, I have done this for years cause it is inexpensive. I would frame them for the art on them. My kids used to laught at me for doing this but I always got great complements from guests.

 

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When Should I Replace My Large and Small Appliances?
If I think a small appliance isnt working right I replace it. Beside you got a good deal on the new toaster. Donate the old one. Get rid of it. Im sure he would feel different about the old toaster if he wanted toast and it didnt work that day.

 

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Can a Litter of Pups Have More Than One Sire?
Absolutely! Happens in cats more often. Every kitten or puppy can have a different father. Especially if they mate on the same day with different fathers.

 

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Installing Laminate Flooring?
Yes you can. Not all flooring is or needs to be glued down. I have a floating laminate wood flooring (no glue). It can be your choice which way you want to go.

 

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Can I Adjust the Frequency at Which My Icemaker Produces Ice?
Doesnt it have a metal rod on the side of the ice maker or the ice tray? Most do. Up means stop making ice. Down means start making ice. Dont know if this helps.

 

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Repairing an Outdoor Outlet After Lights Plugged Into It Got Wet?
You can start by buying a new outside outlet. It only has two wires to attach. Attach red to red and black to black. There is also a green wire that is the ground and attach it to the ground screw. You can see all this when you take the old outlet out. Just...

 

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Paint Color Ideas for a Yellow, Brown, and Cream Kitchen?
A sage green goes nicely with all those colors. Very rich looking but not an in your face color.

 

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Glue Paper Plate to Paint Can
Great idea! I will use this when I paint my dining room. Glad you thought of it

 

Information on Shih Tzu and Doberman Mix

Information on Shih Tzu and Doberman Mix?
It just depends on which dog gave the puppy dominant features for height. You just never know that is the beauty of the mixed breed. Puppy is sure cute though.

 

Use Toilet as Yard Art

Use Toilet as Yard Art
Ditto that! A little too trashy for me. Can you say Red Neck.

 

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Joke: Girlfriends
Someone sent me that joke a month ago by email. It was funny then and now.

 

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Resident Dog Off Food Since Arrival of New Puppy?
He not king of the castle anymore and has to share attention. He wont strave himself with food out. Dont worry he will over it in time,

 

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Store Empty Canning Jars Upside Down
Well yeah! But now you have dust and bugs on the outside.

 

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Using Acidolphilus For Dogs' Ear Infections?
Yeah! My 11year old rotti-blue healer mix also suffered chronically with these ear infections. I add 4 tablespoons of yogurt ( should go by weight of dog)to her food every day and no more ear infections since I started doing that. She has not had a flair up...

 

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Getting Rid of Fleas in Bedding?
I agree with fatboyslimsmom. If they are fleas you can just fumigate. That should take care of fleas. If the are indeed bed bugs good luck to you.

 

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How Long Does an Exterior House Paint Job Last?
Washing is not cheap either. This $1,800 is good price Does that include paint? Heres the thing you see it everyday, so to you it still good. But as the years go by the paint endures a lot of wear and tear. Heat,(Fading in sun)cold and rain. The painters will...

 

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Planting a Rose of Sharon Near House?
Yes it is possible. If you like this bush. Take a cutting and put root hormone on it and try to grow a new one. Either way that bush has to go soon before you get damage.

 

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Removing Cigarette Odor from Drapes?
Have you tried washing in vinager. It takes odor out and is harmless to color.

 

Garden: Prizewinning Elephant Garlic
Beautiful! Where do you get Elephant Garlic to plant? I have never heard of this variety.

 

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Housebreaking a Chihuahua?
You really need to kennel her when you cant watch her. It will take the stress of worry away from you and kept her in one safe place. Buy or get one that is small. Dogs dont soil where they are confined in. I keep my Mini Pin in one at night and when I am not...

 

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Use Sock as Pot Holder
Yes Ditto That! Pot holders are cheap! Go to the dollar store and get a few for a dollar. They also can hang up next to the stove where I use mine.

 

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Warning: Swag Bucks Scam
Sorry for your Swagbucks problem. I have done only one special offer and it did take about a week to get my 1,000 Swagbucks. I had no problem with that site at all. If I do searches I might as will get paid for them.

 

What Breed is My Dog?
Oh very cute! I dont know how big this dog is. But looks like a puppy. Could have a little boxer in it.

 

Black dog with white paws.

What Breed is My Dog?
Small lab mix.

 

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Disinfectant For Laundry Other Than Bleach?
Heat kills germs. Hot water,detergent and a dryer set on hot is all you need. Medical instruments are sterilized by HEAT. Dont need any thing fancy. Hope this helps.

 

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Business Name Ideas for a Bakery and Ice Cream Shop?
Baked and Iced Okay! I think its cute. I tried anyway. Good luck in your endeavors.

 

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Remove Urine Odors From Mattresses?
I hate to say this but buy a new mattress and enclose it with a waterproof zipped cover. This will prevent it from having urine on it again. I think your old mattress will always smell no matter what you do to it.

 

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Water Azaleas with Pickle Juice
Not in my case. I water the bushes right after I pour the pickle juice on them and that dilutes it quite a bit. You do know that all soil contains salt naturally anyway.

 

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Sunshine Dill Pickles
Ditto! My mom had a garden and made these too. Born in 1922. The recipe is the same except she didnt use the alum. I couldnt wait for the pickles to be done. Years later my children would wait for Oma to make the sun pickles. Thanks for sharing.

 

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Use Clear Take Out Containers As Greenhouse
What a good idea. I am going to try that. I have seeds that I have been meaning to plant but wanted to make sure that they would sprout. This will certainly work better.

 

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Laundered Towels Smell Like Cat Urine When Used?
Do you have a cat? Some cats do like to pee on damp towels after they are used. You didnt say if you owned a cat.

 

Giant Schnauzer

Bridgett (Giant Schnauzer)
I see what you mean about the ear. It is a long show crop. This dog is beautiful and you are lucky to have gotten her. Long life to both of you. Give her a pat from me.

 

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Use Aluminum Foil as Pot Scrubber
Yeah! This brings back old memories. We used to do that camping as Girl Scouts. That was when we still used to cook around the campfire. Now they just bring premade food and make smores. How times have changed. I guess I am showing my age cause that was decades...

 

Scenery: Wildflowers (CA)
Beautiful close up. Looks like one of those expensive pictures you would buy at the decorating stores.

 

Tan and dark brown Pit looking puppy.

What Breed is My Dog?
Very very cute. He might have some Boxer also with those wrinkles. My dog is half Boxer and we think Pit bull. She has a similar face and ears and the same shaped head as your dog. Hope this gives you another insight.

 

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Gift Mixes Using Splenda
Not only headaches but some people get violent stomach aches from Splenda. I get a very dry mouth from it that lasts for hours. At one point they were talking about taking it off the market. Not sure what happen to that. I am sure other sugar substitutes would...

 

Tweety Bird stepping stone

Decorative Cake Pan Stepping Stones
Love your idea. There are people at craft fairs that sell these concrete stepping stones for a small fortune. There plastic molds that are sold for doing stepping stones. But this is genuis. Kudos to you.

 

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What Should I Name My Cleaning Business?
Clean to Sheen. With a halo above these words.

 

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Save Water for Storm Outages
I keep a 24 case of bottled water in the garage for emergencies. It does least longer than filling water from jugs. I change the bottled water out twice a year. Recently we had no water for 3 days. Broken water pipe underground. Had to reroute the pipes to...

 

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Alternative to Zymox Otic for Dog's Ears?
You should be able to order this on line. I got mine from Amazon it was $11.00. It was the only thing that worked on my dog in combination with the yourt.

 

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Dog Peeing on Couch?
Put double stick tape all over the sofa when you are not home. When he jumps up he gets sticky paws and he wont like that (works with cats too). Your other alternate is to crate him when your are not at home.

 

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Getting Rid of Blackbirds?
Want to borrow my dog? My half Boxer catches and kills only black birds. Dont know why. I find dead birds in the yard. I see her stalking and actually catching them in mid air.

 

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Diatomaceous Earth for Bug Control
Well. Thats great! Where would find this for purchase. Kind of hard to use without more details.

 

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Junk Car Removal Near Seattle Washington?
Look in the yellow pages or yellow pages on line in your area. They are car junk yards that will come and pickup your car and pay cash. Usually it is not much and you do need a title. They use the old cars to sell as parts. I have done this once or twice.

 

Foxy (Kitten)

Foxy (Kitten)
Beautiful cat. I hope she is an inside cat. She will be with you twice as long that way. May you have many happy years together

 

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Keep Your Cell Phone Safe While on the Water
That is is a great idea. A lifejacket for a cell phone. I am going tp tell my daughters about this one. They both spend a lot of time around water having summer fun

 

Stoney (Cat)
Very cute and smart cat. Beats cleaning the litter box.

 

Stocky white dog with stand up ears.

What Breed is My Dog?
Looks like some Bull Terrier might be in there.

 

Fuzzy light brown and tan dog.

What Breed is My Dog?
He is very very cute. My suggestion is to get a DNA test done. You can find them on line and they have become inexpensive They start at $50.00 and are very easy to do. I am thinking about getting one for my boxer mix. You may find that the dog is not at all...

 

Scenery: Chester (Nova Scotia, Canada)
It is just like a painting. Love it. Perfect relaxzation photo. I get relax just by looking at it.

 

red and green biscuits

Homemade Dog and Cat Treats
They look yum and I will try some. My dogs do inhale anything but the ingredients do look healthy and thats what its all about anyway. You never know all the ingredients or where they come from with the store bought treats. Thanks Julia

 

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Freezing Green Peppers?
I have been freezing green peppers for years. When they are in season, I buy at most inexpensive time. I cut, chop and dice them and put them in baggies. I use them all winter for a wide variety of dishes. No need to defrost. You can use them frozen for any...

 

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