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Closeup of brown and white Pit.

Finding a Vet That Takes Payments?
First get established with a good vet and when you get a really large medical problem tell them you dont have the money but are willing to make payments - then tell them how much $$ those payments would be. Its been my experience that a good vet will go along...

 

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Home Repair Help for Low Income Persons?
I think you mean your basement isnt heated and its not insulated as well. You should contact your Village Town Hall & ask for the phone number to the Senior Services Dept. As for LIHEAP I get it all the time the secret is to get the date from your Senior Service...

 

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A/C and Heating Fan Not Working Properly?
Sounds like an electrical problem to me. If you dont have the manual for your car go online and get one. Look up the problem once you get the manual.

 

Dog with Corgi ears and Shepherd coloration.

What Breed Is My Dog?
You can now find out the answer by getting a DNA test for her. Ask your Vet where you can buy the kit. Cost: $80.00

 

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Puppy With Blood in Stool?
Get it to the vet ASAP!

 

Cara, a ginger Pomeranian wearing a vest.

In Memory of Cara
So sorry for your loss but it sounds like poor Cara was over dosed by the person who administered the anesthesia. I worked in the anesthesiology dept of a major Chicago Hospital and also bred Great Danes. I learned that when the heart gives out during surgery...

 

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Grants or Organizations Offering Free Roof Repair?
You didnt say if you are a Senior or how big the leak is. If you are a Senior there might be a State program to help seniors get a new roof. In my state they pay all of the roofers bill and charge you 6% per yr on the cost. The only time you pay for it is when...

 

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Grants or Organizations Offering Free Roof Repair?
Try Habitat of America call & ask them for help.

 

Black and tannish puppy.

Would You Consider My Dog a Pit Bull?
No way is he part pit bull dog. Id say hes mostly black lab. As for being part Chow look at his tongue if its spotted-pink with blue splotches hes got Chow Chow in him. 100% Chows have a solid blue tongue. Im a former dog breeder. Enjoy your beautiful doggie...

 

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Rehabilitating a Former Bait Dog?
Didnt he show any signs of aggression before the kill? Id ask my vet for the name of a dog trainer and watch him when you have him around other dogs or cats. If he starts to show aggression youll have to retrain him.

 

Closeup of Yorkie.

Training a Dog Not to Bite?
Try rubber bands. I had a dog who thought I was his chew toy so one day I got the idea to put a rubber band on his snout to get the message across. It was a thin band and not too tight but it worked. It took several applications but eventually he got the message...

 

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Painting Bathroom Linoleum?
I dont think it would last very long if you painted it and eventually it would look terrible. Go to Home Depot and buy the $1.00/ea. vinyl floor tile that you just peel & stick down on top of the floor you now have. Its a no brainer-so easy to do & will look...

 

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Dawn to Clean Burnt Pans

Dawn to Clean Burnt Pans
Youre not done yet! Im sure your pan looks great however, the next time you use it your food will stick & burn to it again. To avoid this you will have to season the pan again. Take your clean dry pan & put it back on the stove burner. Heat up the pan carefully...

 

Bull Dog on bed.

Dog Peeing in Its Own Bed?
What does your vet say about it? My 12 year old dog started doing that and I couldnt understand why until one day while petting her I discovered a large lump in her abdomen. Turned out to be a baseball size cancer tumor.

 

Bath Mat Inside Pet Travel Cages - cat in large cage with mat on the floor

Bath Mat Inside Pet Travel Cages
The bath mat is a great idea even for a dog. Any accidents in the cage can be cleaned up easier by just hosing down the mat.

 

burnt oil

Removing Burnt Oil From a Frying Pan
I use Ezoff Oven Cleaner the non-toxic kind. I spray the pan then put in a plastic bag and let it sit over night. Next day I just wipe it off with a paper towel.

 

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Finding a Good Hair Stylist?
I went on The Hair Cutery website and found a style I liked. I printed a copy and take it to every new salon I go to. Sometimes it comes out ok other times not. It all depends on the hair stylist.

 

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Antacid Tablets as Calcium Supplement
Ive always had a problem with acid reflux and take tums because it doesnt have aluminum in it. I stopped taking Fosamax when I learned it doesnt work. I live in Chicago & we only get 90 days of sunshine. Ill still keep taking tums even with the risk of hurting...

 

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Understanding Credit Scores?
You cant believe any of them. Consumers Report mag. did an article about this and the bottom line is they really wont tell you the truth! My guess is that a banker somewhere in time came up with the idea of a credit bureau. Why? If youre rated a fair or poor...

 

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Giving a Dog Garlic?
No it may be poison for your dog.

 

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Using Vegetables in Fridge?
I had the same problem until I purchased Debbie Meyers Green bags they really work! I also started breaking up the large bundles of veggies at the store taking half the amount and leaving the rest. Once home I wash them, dry them & put them in the Green Bags...

 

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Keeping a Senior Outside Dog Warm in Winter?
Sorry Jody I flew off the handle thinking about this poor dog. Report them to animal welfare or sneak over there in the middle of the night and take the dog to an animal rescue shelter. Good luck.

 

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Finding Source of Bad Odor in House?
I too had dogs and my house smelled really bad no matter what I did I even ripped out all the carpeting and installed laminate wood floors. All 3 of my dogs developed cancer and just recently I read an article that cancer does smell. Yes, you will smell it...

 

A trashcan with wheels.

Use Trashcan with Wheels to Transport Purchases
What a great idea! It could also help when you move from one home to another. Many people fill their car with things they want to move themselves and this is another way of doing it. Instead of using a hand truck they could use the garbage can on wheels.

 

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Relief for Lower Back Pain?
Try a chiropractor your spine probably needs adjustment. He will also do treatments for your sore back and help you through exercises to strengthen your back muscles. I think your M.D. didnt really know what to do for you and pain pills isnt the answer. Good...

 

Dog standing on tile floor looking up at camera.

"The Pig" (Dachshund/Basset Hound)
She lived a very long time! Part of that time was attributable to you for all the great love and care you gave her. May God bless you for being able to understand her and save her from that barn.

 

Mexico's Dog: The Xoloitzcuintli - dark skinned Xolo

Mexico's Dog: The Xoloitzcuintli
This dog looks a lot like a Greyhound with a slightly different body structure. Greyhounds were raised in Ancient Egypt and on the walls of the pyramids you will see many pictures of Anubis the Egyptian Dog of the Dead who protected & guided the people after...

 

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Neighbor Walks Dog and Allows It to Pee and Poop in My Yard?
I hate to say it but this kid seems to need attention. As long as you make an issue about it he will continue to do it. Have you tried placing warning signs on your lawn? Like - Warning dangerous pesticide has been applied on grass? If he loves his dog it might...

 

Small black dog.

My Dog Will Not Eat Dog Food?
Smart dog she probably smells all the road kill and other dead animals used by the food industry in dog food.....

 

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Writing the White House?
I just received a reply from the White House signed by President Obama (probably stamped). It took several months after I sent him my letter and it surprised me that my letter was even acknowledged. I think its unrealistic to expect a real reply from the White...

 

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Cheap Phone Service
Its impossible to get free telephone service the closest thing to it that I know of is a thing called OOMA. Its a small box the size of a modem that costs $265. You buy that, install it and never pay for another phone call again. However, you will pay for state...

 

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Roach Prufe Around Perimiter To Eradicate Roaches
The roaches in Texas are big enough to put saddles on them and ride them! Ive always used Boric Acid powder in the kitchen & bathrooms - even inside the dishwasher! I found that its only effective for 3 months and then it needs to be replaced with new powder...

 

Tomato Plants Not Setting Fruit?
It could be your tomatoes are planted in soil that is nutrient poor. Do you rotate your crops or just replant tomatos yr after yr in the same place? Also, have you been putting calcium into the soil? Lack of calcium will effect how many tomatos your plant produces...

 

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Rats Are Eating the Wires in My Truck?
Get professional help fast because exterminators have poisons that the average person cant get because of the law. They know the best places to put the poison. You have such a bad infestation you cant do it by yourself. Where are you keeping the container of...

 

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Pole Beans Not Flowering?
Do you add new soil to the container so that the bean plants have better nutrition? Could your bean plants be GMOs? Call your local Agriculture Dept. I believe you can find them with you browser - ask them why.

 

Remodeling your Older Motorhome

Remodeling Your Older Motorhome
Terrific idea! And a lot cheaper than those expensive mattresses at the store (sleep Number) which I always thought were nothing more than expensive air mattresses. When your air mattress starts to leak it wont be very expensive to replace them. Good for you...

 

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Whirlpool Duet Washer Flashing Codes?
Thats easy - call the manufacturer and ask them.

 

Dog lying on floor.

What Breed is My Dog?
He looks like an uncropped Great Dane to me. Hes small if hes an adult dog but if hes only around 6 mos. old he will grow a lot and all the black hairs on his back & tail (guard hairs) will come out and be replaced with fawn hairs instead. This will happen...

 

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Squirrels Eating Tomatoes?
Squirrels can be a real pest alright. I ward them off by sprinkling red pepper around my plants otherwise known as Cayenne pepper.

 

Growing Watermelon In Containers

Growing Watermelon In Containers
What a brave soul you are! I planted a watermelon in my yard and had a beautiful melon about the size of a softball then suddenly it stopped growing. When I checked it out I discovered a squirrel had eaten the back side of it which I couldnt see unless I turned...

 

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Finding Free Help With Home Repairs?
Call or write to Habitat of America. Call your towns Senior Help Dept. or ask them where to go for help. Ask your church or any clubs you are members in. Call your Aldermans office too. Good Luck.

 

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Feeling Bad After Quitting Smoking?
Get checked out by a doctor. They put so much addictive things in cigarettes to keep you smoking you could also be going through a form of drug withdrawal. Ask your doctor. Good luck & dont give up.

 

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Hiring Honest Movers
I had sloppy movers the last time I moved. They used cellophane tape on my dining room table. The tape pulled the varnish off the table. I didnt file an insurance claim because it already was marred but next time I move, Ill make sure they dont tape anything...

 

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Remedy for Hyperactivity in Dogs?
Why do people always want to neuter their dogs when they cant figure out what to do about a behavior problem? Good thing we dont do that with our kids! Some breeds are just high energy and most dogs dont slow down until they are 3-4 yrs old. My advice is to...

 

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Painting Vinyl Walls in Mobile Home?
Call the manufacturer of the mobile home or go to your local Benjamin Moore paint store or web site for help. Good luck.

 

Yellow dog lying on couch.

What Breed is My Dog?
I doubt your dog is a Greyhound mix because its snoot is too short and its too small. However, it could be part Whippet, which puppy mills cross breed a lot. A Whippet is about the height of a Retriever, runs fast and are sweet loving dogs. Why dont you Google...

 

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Waterproof Dog Blanket/Bed
I too do this. I had a Greyhound who when he got older his back went out & he had a pinched nerve - very painful. Took him to the vet asap & was told it would be $1,000 to fix it. Instead of letting my emotions carry me away I asked for the strongest Rx and...

 

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Use the Entire Pot Of Coffee
I take my left over coffee and leave it in the coffee pot. Then I put it in the refrigerator and use it the day. This keeps it fresh especially in the hot summer. Reheat it in a coffee mug in the microwave. Or, I pour the cooled coffee into ice cube trays & freeze...

 

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Dog Eating Wild Garlic?
Youd better ask your Vet because I think Garlic is poisonous to dogs.

 

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Dogs Started Peeing in the House?
My female greyhound age 12 started peeing on the dog beds in my house. Later I found out she had a cancer tumor growing in her abdomen. The poor thing was trying to let me know how she felt. Take the dog to the vet for a professional opinion.

 

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Dog Scared of Laminate Floor?
Dogs have a difficult time walking on wooden or laminate floors because they are very slippery and they can easily do the splits or fall and dislocate a hip or worse break a leg. Go to Home Depot or Menards and buy inexpensive rug runners. You might also want...

 

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Dishonest Hairdresser?
You were ripped off all right. I live on a tight budget in Chicago IL - Im retired so hair expenses arent at the top of my list. I found that by going to a Beauty School I can get my hair washed, blow dried & styled for $6.00. The perms ($30) & hair coloring...

 

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Inexpensive Fix for Old Dark Paneling?
I painted mine & it looks great! First paint the paneling with Kiltz (smart idea: have paint store tint the kiltz the same color as the paint youre going to use). When the Kiltz is dry use the paint - one coat should do it. Dont be afraid to use a color - its...

 

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Automatic Garage Door Has Malfunctioned?
It could be you need a new spring which you cant DIY. Call the manufacturer for advice if it isnt the spring they will tell you how to fix it yourself. I did and I saved a $150 service call. Gloria

 

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Automatic Garage Door Has Malfunctioned?
It could be the spring which is a difficult thing to replace and youll need to call a serviceman for if. But, before you do call the manufacturer and ask what they think it could be first. If its not the spring they will give you step by step instruction on...

 

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Dog Vaccination Schedule?
I think weve gotten too crazy with all the vaccinations that our pets are suppose to have. If you stop and think before going to the vets - is your dog around other dogs all the time? What is he exposed to on a regular basis? Do you board your dog? If the answer...

 

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Wasps in My Bedroom?
Quick - go to home depot, Lowes or Menards and ask for help. Or, maybe they are building a nest inside the walls and you need an exterminator. Act quickly.

 

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Finding Free Furniture?
If its the bed frame you need go to a Salvation Army store or thrift shop. I would not recommend buying a used mattress because thats a good way to bring home bed bugs. Instead go to the phone book or youre search engine and look for companys that make mattresses...

 

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Suggestions for My Cleaning Business Name?
Spots Dry Cleaners or Daisey Fresh Dry Cleaners.

 

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Finish Dull Inside Stainless Steel Pan?
Heat the pan on the stove. Pour 1 or 2 teas. olive oil into pan. Swirl oil around pan. Remove from heat take a small piece of paper towel & rub oil into pan being careful not to burn yourself. Remove excess oil and let pan air dry. This will give you a good...

 

Two Poms with their toy.

Feeding Dogs Baked Chicken Meat?
Bravo for you! Dont believe your vet he probably sells dog food too. If you search the web asking if a certain brand has problems like seizures, etc. you will be shocked at what you find. Also search 4D meat - try not to throw up. Check out why people food...

 

View of clean and burnt sides of pan.Cleaning a Very Burnt Saucepan

Cleaning a Very Burnt Saucepan
When I burn a pot I basically clean & dry it. Then I spray it with Easy Off oven cleaner and let it sit overnight. Next day I wipe it with a paper towel and the burnt food comes right off.

 

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Sub-irrigated Planter From Recycled Materials
Great idea but there seems to be aluminum foil in the back round is that for a reason?

 

House Training an Older Dog?
Why on earth did you get the cat? You cant control the dog and now things are really in chaos. Id suggest you move the cats food to a room with a door you can shut. The dog peeing by the food dish is his way of saying its his. And a fused spine? No wonder hes...

 

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Leaving Dog in Crate When Not Home?
How long have you had the dog? Some dogs feel safe in a cage while others feel as if they are being punished and dont know why. If the dog is new to your home then you should cage him with a soft mattress for him to lay down on and a soft toy that doesnt have...

 

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Shake And Pour Pancakes
$50 for double rising baking soda? $5 for salt? Who typed this recipe the figures for the cost of the ingredients are wild. I know the economy is bad but not this bad. Better check the recipe as well. (b)Editors Note:(/b) Recipe fixed :)

 

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Pet Safe Method of Getting Rid of Cockroaches?
You dont need sugar just the boric acid power thats it. It gets on their legs they drag it back to their nest & it kills them all by dehydrating them. But I agree with the other people who answered your question its not good to use this around pets. Call an...

 

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Whirlpool Dryer Not Drying Clothes?
Sounds like nobody has been cleaning out the vent line - this could also cause a fire under the right conditions. Go to the back of the dryer unbolt the vent line. Vacuum out the inside of the vent line and then inside of the back of the dryer. Go outside and...

 

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Living Room Carpet Color Advice?
Id try bring in a Sea Foam Green (light rich green), a Cranberry red, Turquoise blue or Chocolate brown. Color can be an exciting statement. Go to a big box home improvement store and get color samples of rugs, wall paint or vinyl tiles to take home and compare...

 

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Attach A Magnet To Your Hammer
Brilliant idea one I certainly will use.

 

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Puppies Fight All of the Time?
When they fight does anyone get hurt or is it just a lot of noise? Many animals when small will rough house and not hurt each other. If its just noise leave them alone they will out grow it. They are just playing. If they are drawing blood then yes, you must...

 

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Potato Peels Clogged Plumbing?
I would never own a garbage disposal because a lot of trouble comes with them. Have you asked for help at your local hardware store? Have you ever had your main drain line rodded out? A lot of times its caused by tree roots that have cracked through the main...

 

Use Upright File Storage in Kitchen

Use Upright File Storage in Kitchen
I think they are a better deal than the pot racks sold in the kitchen areas of department stores.

 

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Previously House Trained Dogs Peeing in the House?
Ive never heard of this and cant understand why the vet would give them hormones as the answer. Are you sure they are peeing uncontrollably? Dogs will pee to mark their territory and show dominance or when they get exited. I once had a dog who would get so...

 

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Preserving an Old Cookbook?
Get a 3 ring hole punch and some of those round self sticking little circles that kids use to reinforce a torn hole on their papers. Then re-punch the holes on all the pages of the cook book. That should do it. Good Luck.

 

Mint leaves closeup.

Simple Mint Insect Repellant
This year I placed my Basil plant in the middle of all my other vegetable plants that I had in containers. IT worked - no bugs. I like the idea of using mint leaves and I will try it on the inside of my house. I have spiders that just dont want to go away I...

 

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Numbness in Hip Area?
You may have chipped a bone and the chip is pressing on a nerve. You might want to get an x-ray of your hip to see whats going on. A chiropractor could x-ray it and it might be cheaper than going to an M.D.s office. If its a chipped bone fragment it could take...

 

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Still Have Problem Finalizing Post on Craigslist?
If you recently downloaded the latest upgrade from Firefox thats probably the problem. Go back & delete it. Or, turn off your popup blocker. Or, worse yet youve picked up a nasty virus or Malware bug. Thats what happened to me.

 

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Using Kilz Oil Base Paint on Dry Wall?
Why do you want to paint your wall with oil paint? Thats what you use on doors & wall trim. I believe it would make your wall too shiny and you would be condemming the wall to be painted with oil paint every time, you cant paint latex paint over it. Latex Kiltz...

 

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Dog Won't Eat Dog Food?
Dogs have a keen sense of smell and I think he knows what bad things are in it. Check out 4 D meat in your search engine youll want to throw up. You cant tell me that corporate America isnt putting it in the dog food. Im a strong advocate for feeding dogs real...

 

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Breaker Tripped and Outlets Not Working?
It could be that you didnt press the circuit breaker hard enough sometimes thats all it takes so dont be afraid to press it with all your might. Or, try shutting down the electric for the entire house by flipping the main switch and then turn it on again. It...

 

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Getting Rid of a Mouse Without Poison?
I had a couple of mice that got into my house so I bought some rat sticky boards, baited them up and then went on vacation for ten days. When I got back I had a cast of thousands. They had eaten their way through all the pasta, grains and completely took over...

 

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Returning Unused Pet Meds?
Sorry to hear about your loss it can be very painful. If youre having a difficult time grieving I suggest you get another dog immediately I did and it was the best answer. I know that you think you cold never find another dog like the one you lost but trust...

 

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Collecting Back Child Support?
Call the Attorney Generals office in your state and ask. I doubt you can get back child support but they should be able to tell you. Or, ask the question in your search engine but be sure to include what state you need info for.

 

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Conserving Water
I save cold water from my faucet in pitchers or buckets to water my garden. In this draught if I didnt do that my water bill would be through the roof.

 

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Older Dog Pooping in the House?
I agree with Lizzyanny you should take the dog to a vet to be checked. I cant imagine how embarrassed that poor dog is when this happens. Please dont scold or punish your dog when this happens. She might have cancer or something else but you wont know until...

 

Closeup of Shepherd.

Tyson (German Shepherd)
How handsome & noble he is you have been truly blessed.

 

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Cantaloupe Plants Not Setting Fruit?
Perhaps an animal is eating the blooms. I had a great watermelon growing in my yard Everyday I would go out & water it. Suddenly, there was this beautiful baby watermelon on the vine. And it grew & grew until it was the size of a soft ball and then stopped...

 

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Dog Won't Eat Dog Food?
Its the quality of the dog food that is repulsive to him. Search the web for 4D meat you will be horrified with what you find. Its meat that comes from: Diseased (cancer), Drugged, Down & Dead animals carcasss. With corporate greed running rampart you cant...

 

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Older Dog Started Pooping in the House?
Have they changed their brand of dog food? Perhaps there is something physically wrong with the dog and the only way it can tell the owner is by doing something unusual. Have it checked out by the Vet to be sure nothing is wrong with it. Around this age dogs...

 

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Dog Chewing Feet?
What are you washing your floors with? Can it be an allergic reaction to that? Or to new carpeting? Do you put pesticides down on your lawn or walk the dog where pesticides are used? Also, have you researched the pet food youre giving your dog? With all the...

 

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Couch Cushions for Dog Beds
Sorry to break your bubble but I tried a sofa cushion and my dog refused to sleep on it. Plus what do you do if there is an oops? Removing urine, vomit, etc. from foam isnt easy & after a while it will start to stink I know Ive been there & back.

 

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Couch Cushions for Dog Beds
I think youre inviting trouble into your house by dragging in these couch cushions. Bed bugs are now at an all time high not to mention cockroaches and other pests. Sometimes being too frugal will cost you more $ in the long run. The cost of an exterminator...

 

Grasshoppers on plant shafts.

Grasshoppers of Biblical Proportions?
Perhaps you are right when you say Biblical proportions. Have you read the book of Revelations? Or, perhaps the book of Amos?

 

Bed rail padded with swim noodle.

Swimming Noodle For Padding Bed Rails
You could also use pipe insulation its already cut down the middle but is only made in black. But it at Home Depot. Youve got a great idea here - good for you!

 

Black and tan terrierish puppy.

What Breed is My Dog?
Ask your vet - they are pretty good at telling you what breed it is. I took a dog my son found to the vet for a check-up. Until then I thought he was a Collie/Shepard mix. His tongue was frightening and had large splotches of blue over what looked like a pink...

 

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Repairing Scratched Eyeglasses
My next pair of eyeglasses will be ordered over the web. There are nice frames along with the lens available at half the cost - just know what size frame to buy and get a new prescription for the lens. Read below to see what I encountered. Going back to Lens...

 

Texas Bluebonnets, spring in Trenton, Texas

Texas Bluebonnets (Trenton, TX)
The little guy bee is cute but you cant call those Bluebells little. I planted some Bluebells along the wall of my house. Holy smokes they grew & grew to a height of 7 feet! They multiplied and divided until I had s span of 12 feet without any effort on my...

 

Patriot (Paint Horse) in a field

Patriot (Paint Horse)
What a great animal! Lucky you for not giving up on getting him.

 

Renovating A Small Home In Alaska - trailer in box before improvements

Renovating A Small Home In Alaska (Part 2)
You have the key to loneliness as well! I believe most people who go nuts because theyre alone really dont like themselves. Think about it -who are they with when theyre alone? Youre very imaginative and not afraid of hard work. God Bless you.

 

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Recycle the Heat From Your Oven
Well its obvious that everyones been doing this for decades. Its a good OLD idea.

 

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Home Remedy for Heartburn?
Maybe youve been treating it for the wrong problem. Have you ever been tested for allergies? When my allergies act up I instantly get heart burn because the mucous enters my stomach and bang - heart burn. I take 1-2 Benadryl and a Tums tablet - end of problem...

 

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Value of Chambers Encyclopedia Set?
Go to Worthpoint.com on the web for $9.99/mo you can research all kinds of things. I just found out I have a book worth $130.00 and they also have an antique for sale section where you can advertise it. Good Luck.

 

Green beans flavored with a small amount of bacon bits.

Adding Bacon Flavor To Recipes
And dont forget to put it in your wilted spinach salad as well.

 

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Buy Dog Food at Feed Store
The food industry is killing all of us. They put corn in everything and even feed it to cows who really should be fed grass. Rent the movie Food Inc. youll be horrified. I know for a fact that Greyhound dogs are fed 4 D meat which stands for: diseased, down...

 

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Use Your Dog Crate as a Shelf
I too used the top of my very large dog crate which was in my living room. How did I make it blend in? My living room walls were painted a medium color of green. I got an area rug that almost matched the walls and put it on top of the cage. I also took a lovely...

 

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Dog Has Odor Even After Bathing?
Either youre overly sensitive about odors or you need to take your dog to a vet for evaluation. Dogs like humans have their own smell but if your animal is healthy and you clean the house every week it shouldnt be a problem. Does your dog have any sores on...

 

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One Year Old Pit Still Chewing?
Ae you kidding? Your Pit is still a puppy! And will behave like one until its three years old. I once had a Great Dane who ate up my piano bench when he was one and a half years old. Sounds to me like your puppy also suffers from separation anxiety as well...

 

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Styptic Powder For Wounds
MY Mistake! I really meant STYPTIC POWDER not Systolic! Guess Im getting old. The ingredients are: Benzocaine, Ferric, Subsulfate, Aluminum Sulfate, Bentonite, Diatomaceous Earth & Sulfer. I now stand corrected. Thank You.

 

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Puppy Leaks Urine?
If youre worried about the cost of the medication go on Walmarts pharmacy page and look up the drug it very well could only cost you $4.00 per month. If its on their list all youll need is an Rx from your vet. My dog had cancer and the meds cost $160/month...

 

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Becoming Your Own Handyman
I did my own repairs & remodeling. I rented How to videos, bought books on remodeling a house and repair work. Remember, if you mess the job up you can always hire someone to fix it the right way. Also remember even if you have an extreme problem it can always...

 

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Cost of Dog Shots?
Youre very well educated and right on the money. I do Greyhound rescues & Adoptions and what I learned is that they feed these dogs 4D meat. Diseased, drugged, down & dying animal carcasses. I strongly believe that its also in commercial dog food. Im always...

 

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Freezing Bell Peppers
I like to make stuffed peppers and then freeze them in a plastic container in the freezer. When I want to eat them I remove them from the frozen container and put them in a microwave dish but dont thaw them out. Microwave them for a great meal! For peppers...

 

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Organizing Tupperware and Plastic Containers
I use to do this the way you suggest but got fed up with the cluttered mess and space they took up. Instead I found Rubbermaids wonderful containers with matching lids. You snap all the lids for a particular size together and then snap one of the matching containers...

 

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Cooked Chicken Instead Of Wet Cat Food
Good for you! I keep telling people about the poor quality of commercial pet food. The bags scream how great the food is when the animal would get more benefit from eating the paper bag and throwing out the food inside it. Keep it up & find out what else you...

 

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Turkey Dog Treats
Looks like a great recipe. But, turkey is a very rich meat & a lot of dogs get diarrhea from it. Try using chicken instead. What to make with all that left over scrap meat? Why Soup of course!

 

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Wrap Green Tomatoes to Ripen
When I have green tomatoes in the fall I pick and wash them, dry them and put them in a bowl on my kitchen table until they ripen. Usually, Ill wash them once a week until they are red and ready to eat.

 

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Reducing Cable Costs
I switched to Vonage for unlimited phone calls - $38.00/mo. I have AT&T for my high speed internet DSL line - $24/mo. I purchased a RUKO box $100 one time fee & I subscribe to Netflex unlimited movies $8/mo. My total monthly cost for phone, internet and movies...

 

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Prepare a Disaster Bin For Emergencies
Youre one of the most prepared persons I know. Good for you in protecting your dogs and I loved you places to hide valuables as well.

 

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Keeping Pets Cool
Its a good tip for a long haired dog but what about short haired dogs dont they feel shocked by the sudden ice cold bandana? I had Greyhounds and their hair is extremely short. I would run a wash cloth under cold tap water and wipe their face with it. They...

 

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Volunteer In Exchange For Tickets
For several years I belonged to an organization called The Saints. They would notify us as to which theaters needed volunteers for usher work. At times we were also asked to bring food by well known actors/actresses or drive them to the airport. We were also...

 

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Vegetables and Fruit for Dog Treats
All canned goods have dangerous BPA in them. BPA is what is used on the walls of the can - its poisonous not good for man or beast.

 

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Vegetables and Fruit for Dog Treats
Friends remember that BPA is used to line the canned food and its poison. Frozen veggies is a safer choice for man & beast,

 

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Adopting a Rescue Pet
AARP did a survey on people 50+. The Q: Which do you prefer the companionship of another person or a dog? Unanimous answer: My dog! Amen to that.

 

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Raise Food and Water For Tall Dogs
Ive owned several Greyhounds and Great Danes. The easiest answer is to use a plastic tub that comes with dishwasher soap (buy at large warehouse clubs). Empty the soap, clean the tubs and stand upright with lid off. Get a stainless steel pan with a lip around...

 

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Cleaning Stainless Steel Grill Grates?
Try spraying the grill rack with Pam or another cooking oil before heating up the grill. Or dip a clean rag into cooking oil and wipe it on. Heat the grill for 10 mins. on high and youre good to go. When youre done cooking turn on the grill and heat it up on...

 

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